Brave Browser
Brave blocks ads and trackers by default, includes Tor private windows, its own search engine and an optional crypto rewards programme.
- Brand
- Brave Software
- Category
- Web Browsers
- Released
- 2016
- Price
- Not published
- VersusAnything Score
- 0/100
Key features
- Ads and trackers blocked by default
- Tor private windows
- Brave Search built in
Best for privacy-minded users who want blocking without configuring anything.
Brave specifications
| Rendering engine | Blink (Chromium) |
|---|---|
| Developer | Brave Software |
| Open source | Yes, fully |
| Built-in ad/tracker blocking | Yes, Brave Shields by default |
| Built-in VPN | Brave VPN (paid add-on) |
| Extension support | Chrome Web Store |
| Cross-device sync | Yes, via sync chain (no account needed) |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS |
| Global market share (approx.) | 1% |
Score breakdown
- Overall (100%)
Scored against every browser in our database using the web browsers weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Ads and trackers blocked by default
- Tor private windows
- Brave Search built in
Cons
- Weaker overall score (0/100 within web browsers)
Compare Brave against
Alternatives to Brave
- Google Chrome 100/100
- Apple Safari 75/100
- Mozilla Firefox 25/100
- Microsoft Edge 50/100
Sources
- Brave: Brave Software official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.