Head-to-head · Web Browsers
Waterfox vs Epic Privacy Browser
Waterfox leads on 2 checks, Epic Privacy Browser on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreWaterfox · 8.5/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresWaterfox · 3 of 3
Waterfox scores higher on our rubric for web browsers: 8.5 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #9 and #13.
On browser engine, Waterfox gives you Gecko where Epic Privacy Browser offers Chromium. Waterfox offers cross-device sync; Epic Privacy Browser doesn't. Waterfox offers open source; Epic Privacy Browser doesn't.
Waterfox is the better fit for open-source users wanting strong privacy controls. Epic Privacy Browser is the better fit for users wanting strong private browsing defaults.
- Waterfox fits best
Open-source users wanting strong privacy controls
- Epic Privacy Browser fits best
Users wanting strong private browsing defaults
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Side by side
| Feature | Waterfox 8.5/10 Visit ↗ | Epic Privacy Browser 7.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.5 | 7.9 |
| Ranking | #9 in Web Browsers | #13 in Web Browsers |
| Best for | Open-source users wanting strong privacy controls | Users wanting strong private browsing defaults |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android | Windows, macOS, Android |
| Support | Docs | Email, Community |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Waterfox 3/3 · Epic Privacy Browser 1/3 | ||
| Built-in ad blocking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cross-device sync | ✓ (best) | — |
| Open source | ✓ (best) | — |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Both | Both |
| Browser engine | Gecko | Chromium |
| Tracking protection | Advanced | Advanced |
| Extension support | Not checked yet | Chrome_store |
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| Our verdict | Waterfox is a free, open-source web browser from BrowserWorks Ltd, based on Mozilla Firefox and the Gecko engine. It is designed for people who want detailed privacy controls alongside everyday browsing features. Available on Windows,… Read the review → |
Epic Privacy Browser is a free Chromium-based browser from Hidden Reflex for people who want privacy controls built into everyday browsing. It is available on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, and combines ad and tracker blocking with… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Waterfox — where it wins
- Advanced tracking protection with Standard, Strict, and Custom modes
- Open source with built-in ad and tracker blocking
- Syncs bookmarks, passwords, history, tabs, and preferences
Where it doesn't
- No premium tier or payment options are offered
- Synchronization depends on a Mozilla account and Mozilla Sync
- No AI features are included
Epic Privacy Browser — where it wins
- Blocks ads, trackers and third-party cookies by default
- Adds fingerprinting and WebRTC IP leak protection
- Available on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS
Where it doesn't
- Chrome Web Store extensions are supported only on desktop
- The browser is not open source
- Its single free plan offers no tiered pricing choices
- Waterfox8.5/10 · Free plan
Waterfox offers open-source browsing with detailed privacy controls at no cost.
Visit WaterfoxFull verdict → - Epic Privacy Browser7.9/10 · Free plan
A free Chromium browser focused on blocking ads, trackers and fingerprinting.
Visit EpicFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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