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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. Mullvad Browser currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Brave logoBraveOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 559.6
2Mullvad VPN logoMullvad VPNPaidYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 548.9
3Psiphon logoPsiphonFree plan + paidNoAndroid, iOS, macOS3 of 347.8
  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

    59.6

    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) ×0.150
    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)
  2. Mullvad VPN logo

    2. Mullvad VPN

    Best for: Privacy-minded users who want anonymous signup and a simple flat price

    PaidOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    48.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tor Browser

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

    Pros

    • No email or personal details needed to sign up
    • Same low price for any length of subscription
    • Open-source apps and published audits

    Cons

    • Not aimed at unblocking streaming services
    • No port forwarding
    • Smaller server network than the big providers
    Visit Mullvad VPN Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    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 Mullvad VPN a good Tor Browser alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Price
    €5 per month, any term
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    14 days (not for cash payments)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Licence
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Company location
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Psiphon logo

    3. Psiphon

    Best for: People in censored countries who need a reliable way to reach the open internet

    Free plan + paidAndroid, iOS, macOS

    47.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tor Browser

    Censorship circumvention focused on access rather than anonymity.

    Pros

    • Free to use
    • Automatically switches techniques when blocked
    • Built specifically for censorship circumvention

    Cons

    • Not designed for anonymity
    • Free version shows ads
    • Speeds can be limited on the free tier
    Visit Psiphon Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    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 Psiphon a good Tor Browser alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Price (Android)
    Free on Google Play
    Checked Oct 25, 2026psiphon.ca(opens source in a new tab)
    Price (iOS)
    Free on the App Store
    Checked Oct 25, 2026psiphon.ca(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS, macOS, Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026psiphon.ca(opens source in a new tab)

The best Tor Browser alternative for…

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

Mullvad Browser logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for most people

Mullvad Browser

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

LibreWolf logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for a free option

LibreWolf

Hardened Firefox for everyday privacy at normal speeds.

Psiphon logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Psiphon

Censorship circumvention focused on access rather than anonymity.

Brave logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for open source

Brave

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

Mullvad VPN logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for Mac

Mullvad VPN

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

Mullvad Browser logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for Windows

Mullvad Browser

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

Mullvad Browser logo

Best Tor Browser alternative for Linux

Mullvad Browser

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

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?

Mullvad Browser ranks first right now. Same anti-fingerprinting design without the slow Tor network, for use with a VPN. LibreWolf and Brave follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Tor Browser?

Yes. Mullvad Browser (open source), LibreWolf (open source), Brave (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: Mullvad Browser, LibreWolf, Brave and Mullvad VPN.

Which Tor Browser alternatives work on Linux?

Mullvad Browser, LibreWolf, Brave 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.