Ecosia alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Ecosia: depends on Google and Bing for results and ads, and not as privacy-focused as dedicated private engines. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Ecosia, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Qwant currently ranks first.
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Best Ecosia alternative for most people
QwantEcosia's European index partner, with a stronger privacy stance.
Best Ecosia alternative for a free option
Google SearchRicher local, maps and shopping results if those matter more.
Best Ecosia alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
DuckDuckGoSimilar everyday results with a clearer no-tracking promise.
Best Ecosia alternative for Mac
DuckDuckGoSimilar everyday results with a clearer no-tracking promise.
Best Ecosia alternative for Windows
DuckDuckGoSimilar everyday results with a clearer no-tracking promise.
Best Ecosia alternative for iPhone and Android
Microsoft BingThe same family of results with Microsoft Rewards points for searching.
Best Ecosia alternative for working in the browser
MojeekIndependent UK index hosted in a green data centre, with no tracking.
Ecosia alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Ecosia?
Qwant ranks first right now. Ecosia's European index partner, with a stronger privacy stance. DuckDuckGo and Google Search follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Ecosia?
Yes. Qwant (free), DuckDuckGo (free plan + paid), Google Search (free) and Mojeek (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Ecosia?
None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.
Why do people switch from Ecosia?
The complaints we hear most: depends on Google and Bing for results and ads; not as privacy-focused as dedicated private engines; impact depends on people clicking ads.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Ecosia, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.