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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
1Mullvad Browser logoMullvad BrowserOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux3 of 366.5
2LibreWolf logoLibreWolfOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 462.6
3Brave logoBraveOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 559.6
4Mullvad VPN logoMullvad VPNPaidYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 548.9
  1. Mullvad Browser logo

    1. Mullvad BrowserTop pick

    Best for: VPN users who want Tor-level anti-fingerprinting at normal speeds

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tor Browser

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

    Pros

    • Developed by the Tor Project
    • Strong anti-fingerprinting and tracking protection
    • Free and open source

    Cons

    • Private mode only, so no saved sessions by default
    • Discourages extensions and customisation
    • No mobile app
    Visit Mullvad 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 Mullvad Browser a good Tor Browser alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Developer
    Tor Project
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free, open source
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Anti-fingerprinting
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mullvad.net(opens source in a new tab)
  2. LibreWolf logo

    2. LibreWolf

    Best for: Privacy-conscious users who want a pre-hardened Firefox

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tor Browser

    Hardened Firefox for everyday privacy at normal speeds.

    Pros

    • No telemetry or sponsored content
    • uBlock Origin included
    • Strong privacy defaults without manual tweaking

    Cons

    • Strict defaults can break some sites and logins
    • DRM streaming off until you enable it
    • No mobile app
    Visit LibreWolf 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 LibreWolf a good Tor Browser alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Based on
    Firefox
    Checked Oct 25, 2026librewolf.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Ad blocker
    uBlock Origin included
    Checked Oct 25, 2026librewolf.net(opens source in a new tab)
    DRM
    Disabled by default
    Checked Oct 25, 2026librewolf.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Linux, macOS, OpenBSD
    Checked Oct 25, 2026librewolf.net(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Brave logo

    3. 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 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)
  4. Mullvad VPN logo

    4. 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)

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.