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Tor Browser alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Tor Browser: much slower than normal browsing, and many sites show CAPTCHAs or block Tor. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Tor Browser, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Brave currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Brave logoBraveOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 574.6
  1. Brave logo

    1. BraveTop pick

    Best for: People who want Chrome compatibility with ads and trackers blocked by default

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    74.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tor Browser

    Offers private windows that route through Tor, alongside normal browsing.

    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) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Brave a good Tor 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)

The best Tor Browser alternative for…

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

Brave logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for most people

Brave

Offers private windows that route through Tor, alongside normal browsing.

Mullvad Browser logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for a free option

Mullvad Browser

Same anti-fingerprinting design without the slow Tor network, for use with a VPN.

Psiphon logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Psiphon

Censorship circumvention focused on access rather than anonymity.

LibreWolf logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for open source

LibreWolf

Hardened Firefox for everyday privacy at normal speeds.

Mullvad VPN logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for Mac

Mullvad VPN

A privacy VPN hides your IP for all apps with much better speed.

Brave logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for Windows

Brave

Offers private windows that route through Tor, alongside normal browsing.

Brave logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for Linux

Brave

Offers private windows that route through Tor, alongside normal browsing.

Brave logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for iPhone and Android

Brave

Offers private windows that route through Tor, alongside normal browsing.

Tor Browser alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Tor Browser?

Brave ranks first right now. Offers private windows that route through Tor, alongside normal browsing. Mullvad Browser and LibreWolf follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Tor Browser?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Tor Browser?

Yes: Brave, Mullvad Browser, LibreWolf and Mullvad VPN.

Which Tor Browser alternatives work on Linux?

Brave, Mullvad Browser, LibreWolf and Mullvad VPN run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Tor Browser?

The complaints we hear most: much slower than normal browsing; many sites show CAPTCHAs or block Tor; no iOS version from the Tor Project.

How is this list ranked?

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