The Best Web Browsers for Linux | Linux United Kingdom

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Author: Ankush Das

Translator: Xingyu.Wang

There is no such thing as a perfect web browser. It all depends on what you like and what you use it for.

But what are your best options for a web browser on Linux?

In this article, I tried to give you the best web browsers to use on Ubuntu and other Linux systems.

> > Note: We have tried and tested these browsers on Ubuntu. However, you should be able to install it on any Linux distribution of your choice. > > >

Note: We have tried and tested these browsers on Ubuntu. However, you should be able to install it on any Linux distribution of your choice.

Top Web Browsers on Linux

Every browser is unique. And, for the Linux platform, there are some interesting exclusive options.

Before you see this list, please note that this is not a ranked list. Browsers listed in No. 1 should not be considered better than those in No. 2, No. 3, or No. 10.

> > Non-Free and Open Source Software Warning! > > > Some of the applications mentioned here are not open source. They are listed here because they are available on Linux, which is the focus of the article. We also have a separate dedicated list of open source web browsers 🔗 itsfoss.com. > > >

Non-Free and Open Source Software Warning!

Some of the applications mentioned here are not open source. They are listed here because they are available on Linux, which is the focus of the article. We also have a separate dedicated list of open source web browsers 🔗 itsfoss.com.

1、Vivaldi

advantage

◈ Sidebar for quick access to web applications

◈ Calendar and email integrated

◈ Unique tag management

◈ Pomodoro function (clock timer)

◈ Has a mobile app

shortcoming

◈ When using various functions, the resource consumption is very heavy

◈ Not 100% open source

Vivaldi 🔗 vivaldi.com is an impressive browser that is gaining more and more attention from Linux users.

While it's not 100% open source, you can find most of its source code (except for its user interface) online.

With the release of Vivaldi 4.0 🔗 news.itsfoss.com , they put more focus on improving the experience for Linux users. You can set clock timers to boost your productivity, use built-in translators to translate web pages, track your calendar events, add shortcuts to web apps, and get the most out of this browser for multiple tasks.

Even though it's a fast web browser, I wouldn't consider it "fastest" or lightest. You need a lot of memory to be able to use all its functions as you work.

All in all, it's a feature-rich web browser. So, if you need as many functions as possible for multiple tasks, Vivaldi can be your choice.

How to install Vivaldi on Linux?

Vivaldi provides both .deb and .rpm packages that allow you to install it directly on your Linux system.

If you are new to Linux, you can refer to our resources to install Deb files 🔗 itsfoss.com and install RPM files 🔗 itsfoss.com .

2、Mozilla Firefox

advantage

◈ Privacy Protection

◈ Not based on Chrome engine

◈ Open source

◈ Firefox Account Services

shortcoming

◈ User experience will change with major updates

Firefox 🔗 www.mozilla.org is the default web browser on most Linux distributions. So it's clearly an out-of-the-box browser.

Besides being open source, it also offers some of the best privacy-preserving features. And, with the right settings, you can turn it into one of the most secure browsers like Tor Browser (which is also based on Firefox).

More than just its security, it also integrates useful features like Pocket (save webpages and read them later), VPN, email aliases, vulnerability monitoring, and more when you log in with your Firefox account.

How to install Firefox on Linux?

It should already be preinstalled in your Linux distribution. However, if it doesn't exist, you can search for it in the software center, or install it with the following command in Terminal:

sudoapt install firefox

3、Chromium

advantage

◈ An open source alternative to the Chrome browser

◈ Similar functionality to Chrome browser

shortcoming

◈ Missing some features provided by Chrome browser

Chromium 🔗 www.chromium.org is an open source alternative to the Chrome browser and the basis for many other Chrome-based browsers.

If you don't want to use the Chrome browser, Chromium is your best bet for the same experience on Linux.

Although Google controls Chromium and keeps Chrome locked down 🔗 news.itsfoss.com , it's a good option for Linux systems.

How to install Chromium on Linux?

You should be able to find it easily in the software center. However, if you need help, you can refer to our Chromium installation guide 🔗 itsfoss.com.

4. Google Chrome

advantage

◈ Seamless integration with Google services

shortcoming

◈ Not open source

Chrome 🔗 www.google.com is an excellent web browser unless you don't want to opt for Google's proprietary solutions or products.

You get all the basic functions and can integrate all Google services. If you like to use the Chrome browser on Android and want to sync across multiple platforms, it's the obvious choice for desktop Linux.

If you're looking for a simple yet powerful web browser while using Google services, the Chrome browser can be a good choice.

How to install Chrome browser on Linux?

The Chrome browser provides Deb and RPM packages that allow you to install on any Ubuntu or Fedora/openSUSE based distribution.

If you need help with the installation, I should point you to our guide on installing the Chrome browser on Linux 🔗 itsfoss.com.

5、Brave

advantage

◈ Privacy protection function

◈ Performance

shortcoming

◈ No account-based synchronization

Brave 🔗 brave.com browser is one of the most popular Linux browsers.

It is an open source project based on Chromium. It offers several useful privacy-preserving features and is known for its blazingly fast performance.

Unlike other browsers, you can earn rewards even if you block ads on the site. The rewards you collect can only be used to give back to the sites you love. This way, you get support for your website while blocking ads.

You can expect a faster user experience with minimal resource footprint.

If you need to decide between the two, we also have a detailed Brave vs Firefox comparison article 🔗 itsfoss.com.

How to install Brave on Linux?

Unlike some other web browsers, you cannot find packages directly in the software center. You need to enter some commands in the terminal to install the browser.

No worries, you can follow our instructions for installing the Brave browser 🔗 itsfoss.com.

6、Opera

advantage

◈ Built-in free VPN

◈ Extra features

shortcoming

◈ Not open source

While Opera 🔗 www.opera.com is not the most popular choice, it is definitely a useful browser for Linux users.

It has a built-in VPN and ad blocker. So, with the help of Opera browser, you should get basic privacy protection.

You can quickly access popular chat messengers right from the sidebar without launching a separate app or window. This sidebar chat messenger web application is similar to Vivaldi, but the user experience is significantly different.

Overall, it's a good choice if you want a free VPN as a bonus on top of other basic browsing features.

Notably, Opera offers a unique Opera GX 🔗 www.opera.com browser that allows you to adjust or enforce limits on system resources while using the browser while gaming. At the time of this writing, the feature is still in development for a Linux version, and if it's already available by the time you read this, it might be a great option.

How to install Opera?

Opera provides deb packages for Linux. You just need to go to its official website to download and install it.

7. Microsoft Edge

advantage

◈ Provides a convenient option for Windows users who also use Linux.

shortcoming

◈ Not open source

Microsoft Edge 🔗 www.microsoftedgeinsider.com has surpassed Mozilla Firefox in popularity. Not just because it's the default Windows browser, but it also offers a promising web experience while being based on the Chrome browser.

Microsoft Edge has released a stable version for Linux. It currently works well, but lacks some of the features normally available on Windows.

Overall, you should find most of the basic functionality available.

If you use Windows and Linux as your desktop platforms, Microsoft Edge can be considered as your preferred web browser.

How to install Microsoft Edge on Linux?

Now, you can get the Deb/RPM file and install it via Microsoft Edge's official webpage.

You can also check out our how-to on installing Microsoft Edge on Linux 🔗 itsfoss.com.

Linux-only web browser

With security updates and future upgrades in mind, most users prefer to stick with the mainstream options, but there are a few different options. Also, some are exclusive to Linux users.

8、GNOME Web（Epiphany）

advantage

◈ Streamlined

◈ Open source

shortcoming

◈ Many features are missing

◈ No cross-platform support

Epiphany Browser 🔗 apps.gnome.org is the default browser for GNOME. elementary OS also makes it the default web browser.

It is a stripped-down browser that provides a clean and elegant user experience. You can't sync your bookmarks or history, so if you want to backup or transfer to another browser, you'll need to export them manually.

How to install GNOME Web?

You may find it preinstalled on some Linux distributions. If not, you can use its Flatpak package 🔗 flathub.org to install the latest version on any Linux distribution.

9 、 Falcon

advantage

◈ Firefox based alternative

shortcoming

◈ Not a replacement for Firefox

◈ No cross-platform support

Falkon 🔗 www.falkon.org is a Firefox based browser with privacy concerns in mind. It should be good enough for basic web browsing, but it's probably not a solution for your everyday use.

You can learn more about it and get installation instructions in our dedicated article about the Falkon browser 🔗 itsfoss.com.

10 、 Nyxt

advantage

◈ Highly customizable

◈ Focus on keyboard operation

shortcoming

◈ For some users

◈ Lack of cross-platform support

Nyxt 🔗 nyxt.atlas.engineer is a fun web browser built for experienced keyboard users. You can use keyboard shortcuts to browse and navigate web pages.

To learn more about it and installation instructions, check out our detailed article on the Nyxt browser 🔗 itsfoss.com.

Summarize

When it comes to Linux, you'll have plenty of options to choose from. I've purposely skipped command line based web browsers like Lynx here 🔗 itsfoss.com.

So, what web browser would you choose?

Also, I'd love to know, what do you consider when installing a web browser for your system?

Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.

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