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Brave Browser vs Mozilla Firefox
Both stand on web browsers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
Brave combines a free browser with ad and tracker blocking, fingerprint protection, and cross-device availability. Search without ads and additional services such as VPN, Talk, and Leo require paid plans.
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Firefox combines cross-device browser features, extensions, and privacy controls without a listed price. Review its privacy notice and settings for details relevant to your preferences.
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| Brave Browser | Mozilla Firefox | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 1 |
| Maker | Brave Browser | Mozilla Firefox |
| Website | brave.com | firefox.com |
| On web browsers | #2 of 154 | #1 of 154 |
Brave Browser: what it does well
- Free browser with built-in third-party ad blocking.
- Blocks tracking scripts and protects against fingerprinting.
- Available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows.
- Rewards users who opt into privacy-protecting ads.
- VPN subscription covers up to five devices.
What to know first
- Brave browser ads can be toggled off, not removed by default.
- Disabling Brave Search ads requires Search Premium.
- Paid services have separate prices and subscriptions.
Mozilla Firefox: what it does well
- Free and open source.
- Available across desktop, mobile, and extension platforms.
- Syncs bookmarks, passwords, and open tabs.
- Total Cookie Protection isolates cookies between websites.
- Thousands of free extensions are available.
What to know first
- Uses standard tracking protection, not another listed level.
- Some users’ DNS requests go through a resolver service.
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