Firefox alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Firefox: some sites are tested less and occasionally break, and smaller extension catalogue than Chrome. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Firefox, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. LibreWolf currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Brave	Open source	Yes	Windows, macOS, Linux +2	5 of 5	59.6

1. BraveTop pick
Best for: People who want Chrome compatibility with ads and trackers blocked by default
Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
59.6
score / 100
Why switch from Firefox
Chromium compatibility with ad and tracker blocking on by default.
Pros
Strong ad and tracker blocking without extensions
Runs Chrome extensions
Free AI assistant with no account needed
Cons
Crypto wallet and rewards features feel out of place to many
Some Brave services are upsold in the interface
Still depends on Google's Chromium engine
Visit Brave Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.377
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Brave a good Firefox alternative?
Verified facts
5 of 5 verified
Ad blocking
Built in (Shields)
Checked Oct 25, 2026brave.com(opens source in a new tab)
Engine
Chromium
Checked Oct 25, 2026brave.com(opens source in a new tab)
Licence
MPL-2.0
Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
AI assistant
Leo, free with a premium tier
Checked Oct 25, 2026brave.com(opens source in a new tab)
Desktop platforms
Linux, macOS, Windows
Checked Oct 25, 2026brave.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Firefox alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Best Firefox alternative for most people

LibreWolf

Firefox with telemetry stripped and uBlock Origin built in.

Best Firefox alternative for a free option

Zen Browser

Firefox-based with a modern sidebar layout, workspaces and split view.

Best Firefox alternative for open source

Brave

Chromium compatibility with ad and tracker blocking on by default.

Best Firefox alternative for Mac

Mullvad Browser

Tor Project's anti-fingerprinting browser without the Tor network.

Best Firefox alternative for Windows

Waterfox

Firefox-based with privacy defaults and built-in ad blocking.

Best Firefox alternative for Linux

Floorp

Firefox-based with workspaces, web panels and heavy customisation.

Best Firefox alternative for iPhone and Android

Brave

Chromium compatibility with ad and tracker blocking on by default.

Firefox alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Firefox?

LibreWolf ranks first right now. Firefox with telemetry stripped and uBlock Origin built in. Zen Browser and Brave follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Firefox?

Yes. LibreWolf (open source), Zen Browser (open source), Brave (open source) and Mullvad Browser (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Firefox?

Yes: LibreWolf, Zen Browser, Brave and Mullvad Browser, plus 2 more in the list above.

Which Firefox alternatives work on Linux?

LibreWolf, Zen Browser, Brave, Mullvad Browser and Waterfox run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Firefox?

The complaints we hear most: some sites are tested less and occasionally break; smaller extension catalogue than Chrome; no longer supports Windows 8.1 and older.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Firefox, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.