Microsoft Edge is a free web browser for desktop and mobile, available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. It uses Chromium, supports extensions from Microsoft Edge Add-ons and those designed for Chrome, and includes ad blocking and tracking protection with selectable levels. Copilot can summarize pages, answer questions, compare options, and assist with tasks using open-tab context. Other listed tools include screen-based suggestions, AI tab cleanup, word-driven theme creation, and a scareware blocker. Security features help block phishing and malware, while Password Monitor can alert users if saved passwords appear in an online leak. Sleeping tabs pause inactive pages to reduce CPU and memory use. Energy Saver may provide an average of 25 more minutes of battery life, though actual battery life varies with settings, usage, and other factors. Edge also offers an in-game browser for PC gaming and Mac features such as Spotlight search, Touch ID, and trackpad gestures. Microsoft 365 web apps including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are accessible for free. Feature availability can vary by device, market, and browser version.
Who it is for
Edge suits people looking for a free browser across desktop and mobile platforms, with extension support, tracking controls, and built-in security features. Its work profiles and Microsoft 365 integrations also suit business users.
What is good
- Free browser for desktop and mobile platforms.
- Supports Edge Add-ons and Chrome-designed extensions.
- Copilot can summarize pages and answer content questions.
- Sleeping tabs pause inactive pages to reduce CPU and memory use.
- Energy Saver may add an average 25 minutes of battery life.
What to know first
- Feature availability varies by device, market, and version.
- Battery-life results vary with settings and usage.
- Some business AI controls require Microsoft 365 E5 and pay-as-you-go pricing.
Verdict
Edge combines a free Chromium browser with extension support, tracking controls, security features, and Copilot tools. Check feature availability for your device and market, and treat its stated battery benefit as variable.
Microsoft Edge plans and pricing
All plansCompared on web browsers
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- both
- Browser engine
- chromium
