Opera GX alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Opera GX: loud design is not for everyone, and no Linux version. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Opera GX, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Opera currently ranks first.
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Best Opera GX alternative for a free option
BraveLightweight Chromium browser with strong ad blocking.
Best Opera GX alternative for Mac
Microsoft EdgeEfficiency mode and sleeping tabs reduce resource use on Windows.
Best Opera GX alternative for Linux
Google ChromePlain Chromium experience with the broadest compatibility.
Opera GX alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Opera GX?
Opera ranks first right now. Same features without the gaming theme. Brave and Microsoft Edge follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Opera GX?
Yes. Opera (free), Brave (open source), Microsoft Edge (free) and Vivaldi (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Opera GX?
Yes: Brave.
Which Opera GX alternatives work on Linux?
Opera, Brave, Microsoft Edge, Vivaldi and Google Chrome run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Opera GX?
The complaints we hear most: loud design is not for everyone; no Linux version; promotional content in GX Corner.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Opera GX, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.