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Honeywell Enterprise Browser vs Microsoft Edge
Both stand on secure enterprise browsers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Choose Honeywell Enterprise Browser if your business needs a controlled browser for web applications, with URL controls, data capture interfaces and remote configuration. Look elsewhere if you need publicly stated pricing or a free plan; Windows use beyond the trial requires a runtime license.
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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.
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| Honeywell Enterprise Browser | Microsoft Edge | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Windows | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Microsoft Edge |
| Website | automation.honeywell.com | microsoft.com |
| On secure enterprise browsers | #4 of 22 | #1 of 22 |
Honeywell Enterprise Browser: what it does well
- Separates each connection into its own process.
- URL whitelisting controls which sites devices can reach.
- Multiple rendering engines support applications without recoding.
- JavaScript interfaces support barcode reading and receipt and label printing.
- Remote settings persist when a Honeywell handheld is reset.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Pricing is available on request.
- Features beyond the 60-day Windows trial require a runtime license.
- Windows downloads require a Honeywell portal account and login.
Microsoft Edge: what it does well
- 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.
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