Head-to-head · Privacy Browsers
Tor Browser vs LibreWolf
Tor Browser leads on 0 checks, LibreWolf 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
- Free planboth
Our editors rank Tor Browser at #2 and LibreWolf at #5 for privacy browsers; Tor Browser and LibreWolf have no rubric score yet (facts researched, not yet scored), so the checks below decide.
Tor Browser is the better fit for maximum anonymity and censorship resistance. LibreWolf is the better fit for privacy-focused Firefox desktop users.
- Tor Browser fits best
Maximum anonymity and censorship resistance
- LibreWolf fits best
Privacy-focused Firefox desktop users
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Side by side
| Feature | Tor Browser —/10 Visit ↗ | LibreWolf —/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | — | — |
| Ranking | #2 in Privacy Browsers | #5 in Privacy Browsers |
| Best for | Maximum anonymity and censorship resistance | Privacy-focused Firefox desktop users |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Community, Docs | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Tor Browser 1/4 · LibreWolf 1/4 | ||
| Tracker blocking | Not published | Not published |
| Ad blocking | Not published | Not published |
| Built-in VPN | Not published | Not published |
| Open source | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Fingerprint protection | Not published | Not published |
| Supported platforms | Both | Both |
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| Our verdict | Tor Browser is a free, open-source web browser based on Firefox that routes browsing through the Tor network. It is designed for people who want to reduce tracking, surveillance, fingerprinting, and censorship exposure, including… Read the review → |
LibreWolf is a free, open-source, community-driven desktop browser based on Firefox. It is designed for people who want stronger privacy and security settings without starting with a standard browser configuration. Its focus suits… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Tor Browser — where it wins
- Tor routing, multi-layer encryption, and fingerprinting resistance
- Free access to onion services, bridges, and Connection Assist
- Website isolation, NoScript, and configurable security levels
Where it doesn't
- No official iOS version
- Additional browser extensions are strongly discouraged
- Tor routing can make everyday browsing less convenient
LibreWolf — where it wins
- Includes uBlock Origin with custom filter lists
- Adds strict tracking, cookie, URL, and fingerprinting protections
- Free, open-source software with telemetry removal
Where it doesn't
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop use
- Firefox Sync requires manual enablement
- Support is centered on community resources and documentation
- Tor Browser—/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source browser built for anonymity, censorship resistance, and onion access.
Visit Tor BrowserFull verdict → - LibreWolf—/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source desktop browser for users who prioritize privacy controls.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026