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Head-to-head · Google Chrome Alternatives

DuckDuckGo Browser vs Safari

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score DuckDuckGo Browser #7 in Google Chrome Alternatives 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit DuckDuckGo
Safari #8 in Google Chrome Alternatives 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Apple

DuckDuckGo Browser leads on 0 checks, Safari on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDuckDuckGo Browser · 8.7/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresDuckDuckGo Browser · 1 of 4

DuckDuckGo Browser scores higher on our rubric for google chrome alternatives: 8.7 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

DuckDuckGo Browser is the better fit for privacy-minded users who want a free browser. Safari is the better fit for users primarily in Apple’s ecosystem.

  • DuckDuckGo Browser fits best

    Privacy-minded users who want a free browser

  • Safari fits best

    Users primarily in Apple’s ecosystem

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Side by side

Feature DuckDuckGo Browser 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Safari 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.6
Ranking #7 in Google Chrome Alternatives #8 in Google Chrome Alternatives
Best for Privacy-minded users who want a free browser Users primarily in Apple’s ecosystem
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price $99.99/yr Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android macOS, iOS
Support Community, Docs Docs, Community
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features DuckDuckGo Browser 1/4 · Safari 0/4
Chromium-based Not checked yet Not checked yet
Built-in tracking protection Not checked yet Not checked yet
Built-in ad blocking ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Built-in VPN Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Sync platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Extension store Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Blocks third-party trackers, ads, and cookie pop-ups
  • Syncs bookmarks, passwords, and other data with end-to-end encryption
  • Available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
  • Intelligent Tracking Prevention and Privacy Report support private browsing.
  • Tab Groups, Profiles, and Safari web extensions help organize browsing.
  • iCloud sync connects Safari with Handoff, iCloud Keychain, and Apple Pay.
Cons
  • VPN and identity protection features require a subscription
  • The Plus and Pro plans bundle services beyond browser features
  • Community and documentation are the listed support channels
  • Available on Apple platforms, so it is a poor fit for non-Apple devices.
  • Safari updates arrive through operating-system updates.
  • Support channels are documentation and community.
Our verdict

DuckDuckGo Browser is a free browser for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, aimed at people who want privacy protections built into everyday browsing. It includes DuckDuckGo Search, third-party tracker and ad blocking, cookie-pop-up…

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Safari is Apple’s web browser for its device ecosystem, aimed at people who browse on Mac, iPhone, or iPad and want browser features connected to Apple services. It is free and includes Private Browsing, Intelligent Tracking Prevention,…

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  1. DuckDuckGo BrowserGoogle Chrome Alternatives 8.7Free plan
  2. SafariGoogle Chrome Alternatives 8.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • DuckDuckGo Browser — where it wins

    • Blocks third-party trackers, ads, and cookie pop-ups
    • Syncs bookmarks, passwords, and other data with end-to-end encryption
    • Available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • VPN and identity protection features require a subscription
    • The Plus and Pro plans bundle services beyond browser features
    • Community and documentation are the listed support channels

  • Safari — where it wins

    • Intelligent Tracking Prevention and Privacy Report support private browsing.
    • Tab Groups, Profiles, and Safari web extensions help organize browsing.
    • iCloud sync connects Safari with Handoff, iCloud Keychain, and Apple Pay.

    Where it doesn't

    • Available on Apple platforms, so it is a poor fit for non-Apple devices.
    • Safari updates arrive through operating-system updates.
    • Support channels are documentation and community.
  • DuckDuckGo Browser8.7/10 · Free plan

    A privacy-focused browser with useful protections at no cost, plus optional paid services.

    Visit DuckDuckGoFull verdict →
  • Safari8.6/10 · Free plan

    A free browser with privacy tools and iCloud features for people in Apple’s ecosystem.

    Visit AppleFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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