Both Arc Browser 2.0 and Vivaldi 6.0 are excellent choices for users seeking a customizable, feature-rich, and privacy-focused browsing experience. Vivaldi 6.0 stands out with its extensive built-in productivity tools and extreme customizability, while Arc Browser 2.0 offers a more streamlined and user-centric interface with unique features like Boosts and Easel. The choice between the two depends on individual preferences and specific needs.
| Attribute | Arc Browser 2.0 | Vivaldi 6.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Customization Options | Extensive customization through Boosts 2.0 (modify website colors, fonts, remove elements), customizable theme. | Highly customizable, allowing users to modify almost every aspect of the browser's appearance and functionality. Adjust placement of address bar and tabs, change themes, customize toolbar layouts, and use custom icons. Move, resize, or hide almost anything in the interface. |
| Tab Management Features | Vertical sidebar, spaces, pinned tabs, automatic archiving, split view. | Tab stacking, tab tiling, two-level tab stacks, tab hibernation, pinned tabs, and workspaces. Tab stacking allows grouping of related tabs. Tab tiling allows viewing multiple pages in one window. Workspaces allow you to organize tabs into different categories. |
| Extension Compatibility | Supports and integrates well with Chrome extensions. | Chromium-based, making it compatible with most Chrome extensions. |
| Built-in Productivity Tools | Command bar, split view, note-taking, Easel for brainstorming. | Note-taking feature, screenshot capture, a mail client, calendar, feed reader, and translator. These tools eliminate the need for many third-party extensions. |
| User Interface Design | User-centric, simple, and organized, minimizing distractions. | Intuitive and visually appealing, with a high degree of customizability. Adjust the appearance of UI elements such as background color, overall theme, address bar, and tab positioning. |
| Privacy Features and Security | Built-in ad blocking, tracking prevention, cookie management, end-to-end encryption for synced data, minimizes data collection, does not sell user data. | Built-in ad blocker, tracker blocker, and the ability to disable third-party cookies. Does not track browsing history by default, and offers encrypted syncing of data. |
| Resource Usage (Memory and CPU) | Lightweight architecture for fast performance. | Designed to be light on system resources, with features like tab hibernation to save battery and free up memory. |
| Cross-Platform Availability | macOS, Windows (10 and 11), iOS, and Android. | Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. |
| Syncing Capabilities | Arc Sync allows syncing of spaces, folders, and tabs across devices. | Sync feature allows users to synchronize bookmarks, history, passwords, open tabs, and settings across multiple devices. |
| Developer Tools | Likely includes standard Chromium developer tools. | Includes developer tools for web development and debugging, similar to those found in Chrome. Inspect website code, modify CSS, and test website responsiveness. |
| Unique Features | Boosts for website customization, Spaces for tab organization, Easel for brainstorming, Little Arc window. | Workspaces, custom icons, tab stacking, tab tiling, and a fully integrated mail client, calendar, and feed reader. |
| Community and Support | Community forum and help center. | Active community forum where users can report bugs, request features, and get help from other users and the Vivaldi team. The company's CEO is also active on the forums. |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Ratings | Not available | Not available |