Microsoft Edge alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Microsoft Edge: pushes Bing, shopping and Microsoft services, and telemetry on by default. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Microsoft Edge, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Google Chrome currently ranks first.
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Best Microsoft Edge alternative for most people
Google ChromeSame engine with fewer Microsoft upsells and Google account sync.
Best Microsoft Edge alternative for a free option
BraveChromium base with ads and trackers blocked and less service promotion.
Best Microsoft Edge alternative for open source
FirefoxIndependent engine and stronger privacy defaults.
Best Microsoft Edge alternative for Mac
VivaldiChromium browser with even more tab tools and no telemetry-driven ads.
Best Microsoft Edge alternative for Windows
OperaChromium browser with a free built-in VPN and ad blocker.
Best Microsoft Edge alternative for Linux
Google ChromeSame engine with fewer Microsoft upsells and Google account sync.
Best Microsoft Edge alternative for iPhone and Android
Google ChromeSame engine with fewer Microsoft upsells and Google account sync.
Microsoft Edge alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Microsoft Edge?
Google Chrome ranks first right now. Same engine with fewer Microsoft upsells and Google account sync. Brave and Vivaldi follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Microsoft Edge?
Yes. Google Chrome (free), Brave (open source), Vivaldi (free) and Firefox (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Microsoft Edge?
Yes: Brave and Firefox.
Which Microsoft Edge alternatives work on Linux?
Google Chrome, Brave, Vivaldi, Firefox and Opera run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Microsoft Edge?
The complaints we hear most: pushes Bing, shopping and Microsoft services; telemetry on by default; interface can feel cluttered with extra features.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Microsoft Edge, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.