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Mullvad Browser vs Tor Browser
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 LinuxMacWindows
Mullvad Browser centers on reducing tracking, with private sessions and a one-click reset. It does not use Tor and does not offer cross-device sync.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPILinux+2
Tor Browser combines Tor routing with browser privacy and security controls, while its security settings can affect page behavior. Remember that its protection applies to the browser's traffic, not other applications automatically.
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| Mullvad Browser | Tor Browser | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Mullvad Browser | Tor Browser |
| Website | mullvad.net | torproject.org |
| On web browsers | #7 of 154 | #3 of 154 |
Mullvad Browser: what it does well
- Free and open source
- Includes uBlock Origin and built-in ad blocking
- Private mode enabled by default
- Reset button starts a clean session
- Available for supported Linux, macOS, and Windows versions
What to know first
- Does not use the Tor Network
- Cross-device sync is unavailable
- Windows requires version 10 or later and 64-bit support
Tor Browser: what it does well
- Free and open-source software.
- Available for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows.
- Can access onion services.
- Three security levels offer different feature restrictions.
What to know first
- Other applications are not automatically routed through Tor.
- Security settings may cause some pages to work improperly.
- Extra browser add-ons are discouraged.
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