VivaldiLinux
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Microsoft EdgeWindows
Vivaldi as a Linux alternative to Microsoft Edge
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Our verdict
Vivaldi can replace Microsoft Edge for users who want a Chromium‑based browser with deep customization and advanced tab handling. It covers all the core functions Edge offers—fast rendering, DevTools, extension support, password management, ad blocking, and cross‑device sync—while adding features like workspaces, mail integration, and programmable macros. If you value a highly configurable interface and extra productivity tools, Vivaldi is a solid choice. If you prefer a minimal, out‑of‑the‑box experience, Edge may still be preferable.
- License
- LicenseRef-proprietary
- Price
- freemium
- Latest version
- 8.2.4133.89 (October 17, 2026)
- Rating
- —
What works the same
- Both use Chromium engine for rendering and extensions
- Both provide built‑in DevTools
- Both offer password management and ad/tracker blocking
- Both support sync of bookmarks and passwords across devices
- Both support Chrome Web Store extensions
What is different
- Vivaldi offers extensive UI customisation (themes, shortcuts, gestures) that Edge lacks
- Vivaldi includes integrated mail, calendar, tasks, and feed reader; Edge does not
- Vivaldi’s tab management includes workspaces, stacks, tiling—Edge has only basic tab grouping
- Vivaldi has a built‑in notes manager; Edge does not
- Vivaldi’s sync is end‑to‑end encrypted; Edge sync is not end‑to‑end encrypted by default
Opening your Microsoft Edge files
Microsoft Edge stores bookmarks in a JSON file and passwords in a Chromium‑based SQLite database. Vivaldi can import bookmarks directly from Edge’s exported HTML or from the Chromium profile folder. Passwords can be migrated via the built‑in password manager import feature. Edge’s specific extensions or settings files are not directly compatible, but most extensions work in Vivaldi without modification.
Switching from Microsoft Edge to Vivaldi, step by step
- Export Edge bookmarks to HTML (Settings → Profiles → Export bookmarks).
- Open Vivaldi, go to Settings → Bookmarks → Import bookmarks, and select the HTML file.
- In Vivaldi, go to Settings → Passwords → Import passwords, and choose the Edge password export file.
- Install any Edge extensions you need by visiting the Chrome Web Store inside Vivaldi.
- Set Vivaldi as your default browser in Settings → Default Browser.
Key features of Vivaldi
- Fully customizable UI, including themes, toolbars, and keyboard shortcuts
- Advanced tab management with Workspaces, Stacks, and Tiling
- Integrated Mail, Calendar, Tasks, and Feed Reader (IMAP/POP3/CalDAV/RSS)
- Built-in Notes, Tracker blocker, and ad blocker
- End-to-end encrypted sync across desktop and mobile
- Support for Chrome extensions via Web Store
- Mouse gestures and programmable macros
- Proton VPN integration (requires account)
How to install Vivaldi on Linux
flatpak install flathub com.vivaldi.Vivaldisudo pacman -S vivaldi4 other alternatives to Microsoft Edge
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