Microsoft Edge vs Samsung Internet
Microsoft Edge
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Samsung Internet
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| Figure | Microsoft Edge | Samsung Internet |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Web browsers | 9.1 (#9) | 8.8 (#18) |
| Spec score · Mobile Browser Software | 8.6 (#7) | 8.2 (#12) |
| Browser engine | chromium | chromium |
| Built-in ad blocking | Yes | No |
| Cross-device sync | Edge syncs passwords, favorites, and settings across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. | Yes |
| Extensions | Edge supports extensions from Microsoft Edge Add-ons and extensions designed for Google Chrome. | Samsung Browser extensions can add features such as translation, security, shopping assistance, and ad blocking; the product page says to download them from Galaxy Store. |
| Extension support | both | own_store |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Redmond, Washington, United States | Suwon, South Korea |
| Supported platforms | both | Samsung says the browser is available on Android smartphones and tablets and on PCs running Windows 10 or later. |
| Privacy | Edge includes tracking prevention with selectable protection levels. | Secret Mode deletes cookies and browsing history after all Secret Mode tabs are closed, while saved items remain accessible only in Secret Mode. |
| Security | Microsoft Defender SmartScreen helps identify and block known phishing sites, malicious downloads, and suspicious content. | Samsung Browser describes protections including biometric web sign-in, Smart Anti-Tracking and a Privacy Dashboard showing blocked trackers and privacy settings. |
Plans
In their own words
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge is a free web browser for desktop and mobile devices, available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and the web. It uses Chromium, supports extensions, and includes ad blocking and tracking prevention with selectable protection levels. Copilot can summarize pages, answer questions, compare options, and help with tasks using open-tab context. Other listed tools include AI-powered tab cleanup, theme creation from words, and a scareware blocker. Security features help block phishing and malware; Password Monitor can alert users if saved passwords appear in an online leak. Sleeping tabs pause inactive pages to reduce CPU and memory use. Energy Saver may provide an average of 25 more minutes of battery life, though results vary with settings and use. Mac features include Spotlight search, Touch ID, trackpad gestures, and macOS visuals. Edge also offers an in-game browser for PC gaming and access to free Microsoft 365 web apps. Feature availability and functionality may vary by device, market, and browser version.
Samsung Internet
Samsung Internet is a free web browser from Samsung for Android phones and tablets, Windows PCs, and browser extensions. It uses the Chromium engine and supports continuing browsing between devices. That handoff requires the same Samsung Account on both devices; continuing apps also requires Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and the “Continue apps on other devices” setting. Galaxy AI features can summarize or translate webpages and read selected text aloud on supported devices. Availability depends on language, region, operating system, and device, and some features may require a network connection and Samsung Account. Users can move the menu and URL bar, rearrange the Customize menu, and add up to seven toolbar features. Secret Mode removes cookies and browsing history after its tabs close, while saved items remain available only there. Samsung Internet includes Smart Anti-Tracking, a Privacy Dashboard, biometric sign-in on supported devices, and video playback controls. PC content blockers are supported; Android ad blocking requires a compatible third-party app.