Arc alternatives
Arc is a new browser that shapes itself to how you use the internet. It offers Spaces, Profiles, Split View, Themes, and more to organize and customize your online experience.
- LicenceProprietary
- Version1.128.0.436
- RequiresWindows 10 1903+
- ReleasedOctober 15, 2026
12 Windows apps in the same category as Arc, ranked by what they have in common and by popularity.
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BraveSecure, Fast & Private Web Browser with Adblocker
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Yandex BrowserYandex Browser delivers fast and secure browsing with built-in Alice and the ability to sync passwords, bookmarks, and bank cards across devices.
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WaterfoxFast and Private Web Browser
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Google ChromeThe Fast & Secure Web Browser Built to be Yours
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qutebrowserA keyboard-focused browser with a minimal GUI.
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Microsoft EdgeMicrosoft Edge is a cross-platform web browser built for modern life.
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SafariThe Windows version (Last updated in 2012) of Apple's web browser.
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LibreWolfA custom version of Firefox, focused on privacy, security and freedom.
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HeliumPrivate, fast, and honest web browser.
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ungoogled-chromiumGoogle Chromium without dependency on Google web services.
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MaxthonBrowse with wings.
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Opera developerThe Opera browser includes everything you need for private, safe, and efficient browsing, along with a variety of unique features to enhance your capabilities online.
Comparison
| App | Licence | Version | Updated | GitHub stars | Chocolatey downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arc | Proprietary | 1.128.0.436 | November 6, 2026 | — | — |
| Open source | 157.1.99.56 | November 11, 2026 | 23.9K | 4.9M | |
| Free | 26.11.0.1993 | November 12, 2026 | — | 10.2K | |
| Open source | 6.7.8 | November 7, 2026 | 6.4K | 157.7K | |
| Free | 157.0.8103.79 | November 13, 2026 | — | 394.4M | |
| Open source | 3.7.0 | April 8, 2026 | 11.7K | 47.5K | |
| Proprietary | 156.0.4314.58 | October 30, 2026 | — | 102.7M | |
| Free | 5.34.57.2 | January 16, 2026 | — | 58.3K | |
| Open source | 160.0-1 | November 11, 2026 | — | 467.1K | |
| Open source | 0.21.3.1 | November 13, 2026 | 21.8K | 10.6K | |
| Open source | 155.0.8059.84 | October 24, 2026 | 2.6K | 139.8K | |
| Free | 7.5.3.2400 | September 22, 2026 | 1 | 40.5K | |
| Free | 141.0.6079.0 | November 11, 2026 | — | 77.4K |