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Vivaldi alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Vivaldi: many options can overwhelm, and interface can feel slower than plain Chromium. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Vivaldi, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Opera currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Opera logoOperaFreeNoWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 466.5
2Brave logoBraveOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 559.6
  1. Opera logo

    1. OperaTop pick

    Best for: People who want a free built-in VPN, ad blocker and AI without extensions

    FreeWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Vivaldi

    Similar all-in-one approach with a free VPN, but fewer layout options.

    Pros

    • Free, unlimited browser VPN without an account
    • Built-in ad blocker and sidebar messengers
    • Runs Chrome extensions

    Cons

    • Free VPN covers browser traffic only
    • Start page includes promotions
    • Ownership raises questions for some privacy users
    Visit Opera 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 Opera a good Vivaldi alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free VPN
    Built in, unlimited, no account
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opera.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI assistant
    Opera AI, free
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opera.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile features
    Free VPN, ad blocker and AI
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opera.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop platforms
    Windows, Mac, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opera.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Brave logo

    2. 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 Vivaldi

    Faster, simpler 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 ×0.377
    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 Vivaldi 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 Vivaldi alternative for…

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

Opera logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for most people

Opera

Similar all-in-one approach with a free VPN, but fewer layout options.

Floorp logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for a free option

Floorp

Firefox-based with workspaces, web panels and deep customisation.

Wavebox logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Wavebox

Chromium browser organised around work apps and spaces.

Brave logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for open source

Brave

Faster, simpler Chromium browser with strong ad blocking.

Zen Browser logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for Mac

Zen Browser

Firefox-based with vertical tabs, workspaces and split view, in a cleaner design.

Opera logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for Windows

Opera

Similar all-in-one approach with a free VPN, but fewer layout options.

Opera logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for Linux

Opera

Similar all-in-one approach with a free VPN, but fewer layout options.

Opera logo

Best Vivaldi alternative for iPhone and Android

Opera

Similar all-in-one approach with a free VPN, but fewer layout options.

Vivaldi alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Vivaldi?

Opera ranks first right now. Similar all-in-one approach with a free VPN, but fewer layout options. Floorp and Brave follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Vivaldi?

Yes. Opera (free), Floorp (open source), Brave (open source) and Zen Browser (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Vivaldi?

Yes: Floorp, Brave and Zen Browser.

Which Vivaldi alternatives work on Linux?

Opera, Floorp, Brave, Zen Browser and Wavebox run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Vivaldi?

The complaints we hear most: many options can overwhelm; interface can feel slower than plain Chromium; not fully open source.

How is this list ranked?

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