List of Top 10 Browser 2021

Check the best and fast web browser for desktops and laptops that work on Windows and Mac.

With browsers, our priorities are constantly evolving. Nowadays, it appears that we are constantly under surveillance, with our data being held at the mercy of advertising companies. This poses an issue to some folks who really care about their privacy and they may want to consider a browser that prioritizes security.

Or perhaps, speed may be the main consideration. After all, this digital age is running at an ever-quickening pace, and a slow browser can really shake things up badly.

Whatever you may be looking for, check out our list of the 10 best browsers for 2021:

Google Chrome

One of the most ubiquitous internet browsers, Google Chrome is highly customizable and obviously one of the most intuitive browsers out there. It is highly extendable and the fact that almost everyone is familiar with the Google ecosystem allows more collaboration in a corporate setting.

Pros:

1. Visual browser history and task manager.
2. Password management and is compliant with more web standards than any other browser on this list.
3. Continuous up-gradation of security features.

Cons:

1. Can use up a lot of resources and might slow your system down.
2. Privacy concerns.

Mozilla Firefox

With the release of the new Quantum update, Mozilla has finally stepped out of the shadows. A completely new redesign with a pristine appearance and seamless animation, Mozilla has completely stepped up its game to match competitors like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge.

Pros:

1. Security tools are concentrated in one place and now more easily accessible.
2. Uses less memory for quicker browsing and highly customizable.
3. Automatically blocks up to 2000+ ad trackers including fingerprint tracking.
4. Sync across all devices and maintains the balance of memory to ensure a seamless browsing experience.

Cons:

1. Legacy add-ons may not work as well with Quantum.

Opera

Easily one of the most underrated browsers on this list. As far as internet browsers go, Opera enters the game strong with its versatile functionality and its privacy utilities. It is a Chromium-based browser, so it shares a lot of the same add-ons as Google Chrome, and it also has a very quirky interface. Opera can sync its data across various devices.

Pros:

1. Integrated VPN, in-built AdBlocker, and processing for crypto-currency.
2. Minimal processing power for faster browsing.
3. Simultaneous browsing and chat feature to decrease tab juggling.
4. Highly customizable.

Cons:

1. Its interface might not be suited to everyone.
2. Some utilities are hidden.

Vivaldi

If you’re all about personalization and customization, then Vivaldi is the browser for you! I have been using Vivaldi and the best part about this browser is that it consumes fewer CPU resources. In effect, Vivaldi lets you create your own browser, so the interface can range from purely minimalistic to over-the-top personalization. It is a highly flexible Chromium-based browser.

Pros:

1. The user has total control over the data settings.
2. It has several built-in tools that allow users to tweak browsing experiences for maximum productivity.
3. Tab management and customizable keyboard shortcuts for even more accessibility to frequented websites.
4. Constantly evolving creative functionality.

Cons:

1. Not very suitable for procrastinators.
2. Can be somewhat slow when compared to other browsers.

Microsoft Edge

The browser software that led to the success of Google and Firefox has reappeared once again, and this time, it is incredible. Microsoft Edge is a browser that is not to be taken lightly as it has a range of capabilities due to its Chromium base and its performance is shockingly quick, as well as secure.

Pros:

1. With the InPrivate mode, all browsing activity is hidden and cannot be traced back to your Microsoft Account.
2. Significantly faster on Mac.
3. Provides more transparency with its security utilities and block ad-trackers by default.
4. Highly customizable and will sync across various devices.

Cons:

1. Unfamiliar search engine.

Brave

Our generation is ruled by a penetrative surveillance economy and Brave is a browser that can combat the constant data tracking. The developers of Brave designed the browser with the intent to block all of the data tracking adware, except those which are user-approved.

Pros:

1. Loads pages 6x times than most browsers.
2. Users can import their own personalized settings from their previous browsers and Brave supports Chromium browser extensions.
3. In-built firewall and VPN for iOS users.
4. Simple security services and customizable shield settings.

Cons:

1. The path for micro-payments for supporting content creators via the browser is unclear.

Lynx

One of the oldest browsers still in use and somehow, still under development, the Lynx experience is entirely text-based. It has extensive community support and its text-based functionality somehow allows for more utility and fewer bugs. Lynx is perfect for outdated hardware that is slow to render images or for networks with low bandwidth.

Pros:

1. Very lightweight and very minimalistic in styling.
2. Refreshable braille display and text-to-speech interface allow for more accessibility for the visually-impaired.
3. Remote connection for systems unable to support graphical displays.
4. Highly configurable.

Cons:

1. Only text-based.

Onion Browser

For anonymous web browsing in the uncharted deep web territory, Onion is the best browser to choose from. Powered by the Tor network, Onion encrypts all of your data, allowing you to enjoy the highest standard of privacy and security. Tabs get deleted immediately after a session, and your IP address is always hidden.

Pros:

1. Extremely fast connection, as the browser only uses the simplified versions of websites.
2. Tor bridges reroute around locational censorship.
3. Security can be adjusted based on need and situation.
4. Neither network operators nor your ISP can view your internet activity.

Cons:

1. Bandwidth speeds are reduced.
2. Uses applications that do not maintain anonymity.

Waterfox

For users who are looking for a browser with the functionality of Firefox, but with none of that pesky data collection, try Waterfox. A flavor of Firefox, Waterfox doesn’t entertain the same telemetry agreement that Firefox has with Quantum and it has a more stable API.

Pros:

1. No collection of user activity or browser history, with no collection of telemetry either.
2. Highly extendable range of add-ons, including support for older Firefox add-ons.
3. Customizable and allows users to edit the internal framework.

Cons:

1. Sluggish security updates.
2. A tendency to lag and freeze.

Torch Browser

If you’re a consistent frequenter of the BitTorrent world, the Torch might be the browser for you. A Chromium-based browser, Torch directly downloads torrents in a quick and efficient manner. It is intuitive to use and its downloading capabilities are highly accelerated due to the fact that every download actually takes place with the help of multiple connections.

Pros:

1. In-built music and video players.
2. It has the ability to process partially downloaded videos and torrents.
3. Surfing the web is more simplified with the drag-and-drop tool.
4. It has a media grabber tool that can download various media speedily.

Cons:

1. Protocol features are unclear.
2. More memory usage.

Quick Overview of Top 10 Browsers