Waterfox vs Mullvad Browser

Waterfox9.2Visit Mullvad Browser9.1Visit

Higher score Waterfox #3 in Privacy Browsers 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Waterfox

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Mullvad Browser #4 in Privacy Browsers 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Try Mullvad Browser

• Waterfox fits best

  Free privacy with everyday browser features

• Mullvad Browser fits best

  Strong anti-tracking without paying

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Side by side

Feature	Waterfox 9.2/10 Visit ↗	Mullvad Browser 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	9.1
Ranking	#3 in Privacy Browsers	#4 in Privacy Browsers
Best for	Free privacy with everyday browser features	Strong anti-tracking without paying
Pricing model	Free	Free
Starting price	Free plan	Free plan
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Docs	Email, Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Waterfox 1/4 · Mullvad Browser 1/4
Tracker blocking	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Ad blocking	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Built-in VPN	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Open source	✓	✓
Specs
Fingerprint protection	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Supported platforms	Both	Both
Our review
Pros	Built-in ad, tracker, pop-up, and overlay blocking Enhanced Tracking Protection with Standard, Strict, and Custom modes Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android with sync support	Advanced anti-fingerprinting with letterboxing and isolation uBlock Origin blocks third-party trackers by default Free, open-source desktop browser with no paid tier
Cons	Support channels are centered on documentation No paid tier for users seeking premium browser features No built-in AI features	Available only on Windows, macOS, and Linux desktops Cross-device synchronization is not supported Privacy controls may require more browser adjustment than simpler tools
Our verdict	Waterfox is a free, open-source web browser for privacy-conscious users who want control over tracking, browsing data, interface layout, and extensions. Built on Mozilla’s Gecko engine, it supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. Its… Read the review →	Mullvad Browser is a free, open-source desktop web browser developed by Mullvad VPN and the Tor Project. It is designed for people who want to reduce third-party tracking, browser fingerprinting, cookie-based identification, and telemetry… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Waterfox — where it wins

  • Built-in ad, tracker, pop-up, and overlay blocking
  • Enhanced Tracking Protection with Standard, Strict, and Custom modes
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android with sync support

  Where it doesn't

  • Support channels are centered on documentation
  • No paid tier for users seeking premium browser features
  • No built-in AI features

• Mullvad Browser — where it wins

  • Advanced anti-fingerprinting with letterboxing and isolation
  • uBlock Origin blocks third-party trackers by default
  • Free, open-source desktop browser with no paid tier

  Where it doesn't

  • Available only on Windows, macOS, and Linux desktops
  • Cross-device synchronization is not supported
  • Privacy controls may require more browser adjustment than simpler tools

• Waterfox9.2/10 · Free plan

  Waterfox combines advanced privacy controls, customization, and Firefox extension support at no cost.

  Visit WaterfoxFull verdict →
• Mullvad Browser9.1/10 · Free plan

  A free desktop browser with advanced anti-tracking and anti-fingerprinting protections.

  Try Mullvad BrowserFull verdict →