Vivaldi

Vivaldi is a free, feature-packed web browser built for power users who want total control over their browsing experience. Created by Jon von Tetzchner, the co-founder of Opera, Vivaldi is an independent European alternative to Big Tech browsers like Chrome, Edge and Safari.

Why Vivaldi stands out

• Unmatched customization - Rearrange, resize and restyle every part of the interface. Move tabs, change themes, build your own keyboard shortcuts and mouse gestures.
• Built-in tools - Mail client, calendar, feed reader, notes, screenshot capture and a private translator all come bundled. No extensions needed.
• Privacy first - No profiling, no data mining. Built-in ad and tracker blocker, plus end-to-end encrypted sync so your data stays yours.
• Tab power - Tab stacking, tab tiling (split-screen), workspaces and two-level tab stacks keep dozens of open tabs organized.
• Proton VPN built in - One-click VPN activation for enhanced privacy protection.

Where Vivaldi falls short

• Not open source - Unlike Firefox or Brave, Vivaldi's code is closed-source, so you can't audit it yourself.
• Heavier on resources - All those features and customization options come at a cost; Vivaldi uses more RAM than a stripped-down browser.
• Smaller extension ecosystem - It's Chromium-based so most Chrome extensions work, but some niche ones lag behind.
• Learning curve - The sheer number of options can overwhelm casual users who just want a simple browser.

Platforms

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. Free to download and use.