Opera GX alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

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.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Brave	Open source	Yes	Windows, macOS, Linux +2	5 of 5	62.6

1. BraveTop pick
Best for: People who want Chrome compatibility with ads and trackers blocked by default
Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
62.6
score / 100
Why switch from Opera GX
Lightweight Chromium browser with strong ad blocking.
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 ×0.387
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 Opera GX 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 Opera GX alternative for…

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

Best Opera GX alternative for most people

Opera

Same features without the gaming theme.

Best Opera GX alternative for a free option

Brave

Lightweight Chromium browser with strong ad blocking.

Best Opera GX alternative for open source

Brave

Lightweight Chromium browser with strong ad blocking.

Best Opera GX alternative for Mac

Microsoft Edge

Efficiency mode and sleeping tabs reduce resource use on Windows.

Best Opera GX alternative for Windows

Vivaldi

Heavy customisation without the gaming styling.

Best Opera GX alternative for Linux

Google Chrome

Plain Chromium experience with the broadest compatibility.

Best Opera GX alternative for iPhone and Android

Opera

Same features without the gaming theme.

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.