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Firefox vs Google Chrome: What are the differences?

Firefox: Mozilla's Web Browser. A free and open source web browser developed by The Mozilla Foundation and its subsidiary, Mozilla Corporation. Firefox is available for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, and more; Google Chrome: A cross-platform web browser developed by Google. Commonly known simply as Chrome. It was first released in 2008 for Microsoft Windows, and was later ported to Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.

Firefox and Google Chrome can be categorized as "Web Browser" tools.

LIVE IT, Cloud Drive, and Streamlined Studio are some of the popular companies that use Google Chrome, whereas Firefox is used by House Extension Designs, Just IT Training & Apprenticeships, and Codevelopment. Google Chrome has a broader approval, being mentioned in 12 company stacks & 19 developers stacks; compared to Firefox, which is listed in 8 company stacks and 14 developer stacks.

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Pros of Firefox
Pros of Google Chrome
  • 14
    Add-ons
  • 13
    Open source
  • 11
    Themes
  • 11
    Free
  • 10
    Screenshots
  • 9
    Privacy
  • 8
    Account sync
  • 7
    Faster
  • 7
    Customizable
  • 7
    Inspector
  • 6
    Simple
  • 4
    Smooth autoscroll
  • 4
    Independent
  • 3
    Easy
  • 8
    Free
  • 7
    Extensions
  • 5
    Themes
  • 4
    Smooth autoscroll

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Cons of Firefox
Cons of Google Chrome
  • 5
    Slower
  • 3
    Complicated
  • 1
    It is now silencing voices
  • 6
    Spyware
  • 4
    More prone to malware
  • 2
    Privacy

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What is Firefox?

A free and open source web browser developed by The Mozilla Foundation and its subsidiary, Mozilla Corporation. Firefox is available for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, and more.

What is Google Chrome?

Commonly known simply as Chrome. It was first released in 2008 for Microsoft Windows, and was later ported to Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.

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What are some alternatives to Firefox and Google Chrome?
Chromium
A fully functional browser on its own and supplies the vast majority of code for the Google Chrome browser.
Brave
It is a fast, private and secure web browser for PC and mobile. It blocks ads and trackers. It prevents you from being tracked by sneaky advertisers, malware and pop-ups.
Safari
It is faster and more energy efficient than other browsers. Handy tools help you save, find, and share your favorite sites. Built-in privacy features help keep your browsing your business.
Microsoft Edge
It is a fast and secure browser designed for Windows 10. Microsoft Edge comes exclusively with Windows 10 and cannot be downloaded or installed separately. It has easy tools to preview, group, and save tabs. Quickly find, manage, and open tabs you set aside without leaving the page you’re on.
Gmail
An easy to use email app that saves you time and keeps your messages safe. Get your messages instantly via push notifications, read and respond online & offline, and find any message quickly.
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