Google Chrome
Best for Google services and syncing
Google Chrome vs Samsung Browser vs Brave: which mobile browser should you choose?
Chrome suits people invested in Google and cross-device syncing, Samsung Browser favors built-in browsing controls, and Brave is the pick for ad blocking and privacy-focused browsing.
At a glance
| App | Google Play | Price | In-app purchases | Platforms | Age rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google ChromeGoogle LLC | 4.1 out of 548,957,807 ratings | Free | No | Android, iOS | Everyone |
 Samsung BrowserSamsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 3.6 out of 55,904,109 ratings | Free | No | Android | Everyone |
 Brave Private Web Browser, VPNBrave Software | 4.7 out of 53,629,848 ratings | Free | Yes ($9.99 - $149.99 per item) | Android, iOS | Everyone |
Ratings and age ratings come from the Google Play listings, read on Nov 7, 2026. Prices change over time.
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How we compared them
All three are free Android browsers for everyday web browsing, and each emphasizes speed and security. Their priorities differ: Chrome leans on Google services and syncing, Samsung Browser offers built-in controls such as an ad blocker and dark mode, while Brave makes privacy features central.
This comparison weighs their Google Play ratings, install counts, pricing and monetization alongside their stated strengths and trade-offs, so you can choose the fit for your devices and browsing habits.
How we compared them
We compared the Google Play figures read on November 7, 2026: rating, number of ratings, installs, price, ads and in-app purchases. These figures offer a snapshot of popularity and store feedback, not a measure of browsing speed or quality.
We also considered each browser’s stated features and the strengths and drawbacks identified for it, including syncing, ad blocking, privacy controls and compatibility. No data-safety declarations were supplied for comparison, so we do not draw conclusions about those.
Google Chrome
by Google LLC
4.1 out of 5 on Google Play
Best forpeople who rely on Google services and browse across devices
- Price
- Free
- Ratings
- 48,957,807
- Platforms
- Android, iOS
- Age rating
- Everyone
Chrome is the clearest fit for people already using Google services: its integration and cross-platform syncing help keep browsing data connected across devices. It also has the highest install count of the three, at 10,000,000,000+, and its familiar interface is easy to navigate.
The trade-off is that Chrome can use substantial RAM and battery, and its data-collection practices may concern privacy-focused users. It has fewer built-in browsing controls than Samsung Browser or Brave, and its Google Play rating is 4.1.
Pros
Strong Google services integrationCross-platform data syncing10,000,000,000+ installs
Cons
RAM and battery use can be highPrivacy concerns around data collection
Samsung Browser
by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
3.6 out of 5 on Google Play
Best forAndroid users who want built-in browsing controls
- Price
- Free
- Ratings
- 5,904,109
- Platforms
- Android
- Age rating
- Everyone
Samsung Browser brings an ad blocker, dark mode and advanced privacy settings into the browser, making those controls more readily available than in Chrome. It is free and contains no ads, and it supports extensions for additional customization.
Its reach and Google Play rating are lower than Chrome’s and Brave’s, at 1,000,000,000+ installs and 3.6 from 5,904,109 ratings. Extension choice is more limited than Chrome’s, some features are specific to Samsung devices, and older devices may find it resource-heavy.
Pros
Built-in ad blockerDark mode and advanced privacy settingsNo ads in the app
Cons
Fewer extensions than ChromeSome features are Samsung-device-specific
Brave Private Web Browser, VPN
by Brave Software
4.7 out of 5 on Google Play
Best forpeople who prioritize ad blocking and privacy features
- Price
- Free
- Ratings
- 3,629,848
- Platforms
- Android, iOS
- Age rating
- Everyone
Brave puts ad blocking and privacy-oriented browsing at the center, with automatic HTTPS and an interface that supports customizable settings. It has the strongest Google Play rating of the three, 4.7 from 3,629,848 ratings, though its 100,000,000+ installs are fewer than either rival’s.
Brave’s VPN is an in-app purchase, with purchases ranging from $9.99 to $149.99 per item, so it is not a free alternative to the core browser. Some websites may not work as expected with its protections, and it lacks native support for some popular extensions.
Pros
Built-in ad blockingAutomatic HTTPSHighest Google Play rating of the three
Cons
VPN access involves in-app purchasesSome sites and extensions may not be compatible
Which one should you pick?
Samsung Browser
Best for built-in browsing controls
Brave Private Web Browser, VPN
Best for privacy-focused ad blocking
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which browser has the highest Google Play rating?
Brave has the highest rating of these three, at 4.7 from 3,629,848 ratings. Chrome is rated 4.1, while Samsung Browser is rated 3.6.
Which browser blocks ads without an in-app purchase?
Samsung Browser and Brave both include built-in ad blocking. Samsung Browser has no in-app purchases; Brave’s VPN is an in-app purchase.
Which browser is best for syncing across devices?
Chrome is the strongest fit if you want browsing data synced across devices and already use Google services.
Which browser has the most installs?
Chrome has the most, with 10,000,000,000+ installs. Samsung Browser has 1,000,000,000+, and Brave has 100,000,000+.
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