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Mullvad Browser alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Mullvad Browser: private mode only, so no saved sessions by default, and discourages extensions and customisation. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Mullvad Browser, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Tor Browser currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Tor Browser logoTor BrowserOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +14 of 466.5
2Brave logoBraveOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 559.6
3Firefox logoFirefoxOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 557.2
  1. Tor Browser logo

    1. Tor BrowserTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who needs strong anonymity or to get around censorship

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Mullvad Browser

    Same browser design plus the Tor network for IP anonymity.

    Pros

    • Hides your IP address via the Tor network
    • Strong anti-fingerprinting and per-site isolation
    • Built-in bridges for censored networks

    Cons

    • Much slower than normal browsing
    • Many sites show CAPTCHAs or block Tor
    • No iOS version from the Tor Project
    Visit Tor Browser Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 Tor Browser a good Mullvad Browser alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Developer
    Tor Project, a US non-profit
    Checked Oct 25, 2026torproject.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Tracker isolation
    Each site isolated
    Checked Oct 25, 2026torproject.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Anti-fingerprinting
    All users look the same
    Checked Oct 25, 2026torproject.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Desktop and Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026torproject.org(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Brave logo

    2. Brave

    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 Mullvad Browser

    Fingerprinting protection in a full-featured everyday browser.

    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 Mullvad Browser 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)
  3. Firefox logo

    3. Firefox

    Best for: People who want a mainstream, independent browser with strong privacy and ad-blocker support

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Mullvad Browser

    Mainstream browser where you choose your own privacy settings.

    Pros

    • Independent Gecko engine
    • Full support for advanced ad blockers
    • Strong tracking protection by default

    Cons

    • Some sites are tested less and occasionally break
    • Smaller extension catalogue than Chrome
    • No longer supports Windows 8.1 and older
    Visit Firefox Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 Firefox a good Mullvad Browser alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Positioning
    Independent browser
    Checked Oct 25, 2026firefox.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Extensions
    30,000+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026firefox.com(opens source in a new tab)
    PDF editing
    Built in
    Checked Oct 25, 2026firefox.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026firefox.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Minimum Windows
    Windows 10 (8.1 and older need ESR)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026firefox.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Mullvad Browser alternative for…

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

Tor Browser logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for most people

Tor Browser

Same browser design plus the Tor network for IP anonymity.

LibreWolf logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for a free option

LibreWolf

Hardened Firefox that is easier to use day to day, with saved sessions.

Brave logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for open source

Brave

Fingerprinting protection in a full-featured everyday browser.

Firefox logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for Mac

Firefox

Mainstream browser where you choose your own privacy settings.

Tor Browser logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for Windows

Tor Browser

Same browser design plus the Tor network for IP anonymity.

Tor Browser logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for Linux

Tor Browser

Same browser design plus the Tor network for IP anonymity.

Brave logo

Best Mullvad Browser alternative for iPhone and Android

Brave

Fingerprinting protection in a full-featured everyday browser.

Mullvad Browser alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Mullvad Browser?

Tor Browser ranks first right now. Same browser design plus the Tor network for IP anonymity. LibreWolf and Brave follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Mullvad Browser?

Yes. Tor Browser (open source), LibreWolf (open source), Brave (open source) 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 Mullvad Browser?

Yes: Tor Browser, LibreWolf, Brave and Firefox.

Which Mullvad Browser alternatives work on Linux?

Tor Browser, LibreWolf, Brave and Firefox run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Mullvad Browser?

The complaints we hear most: private mode only, so no saved sessions by default; discourages extensions and customisation; no mobile app.

How is this list ranked?

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