Vivaldi 6.5 is the more feature-rich and customizable browser, offering extensive tab management, built-in tools, and accessibility features. Arc Browser 2.0 stands out with its unique website personalization features and minimalist UI, but lacks cross-platform syncing and some accessibility options. The best choice depends on the user's specific needs and priorities.
| Attribute | Arc Browser 2.0 | Vivaldi 6.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tab management features | Vertical sidebar for tab management, Spaces to separate tabs by context, tab archiving, tab snoozing, merges bookmarks and open tabs | Tab grouping, pinning, stacking, hibernation, previews, Sessions Panel, Workspace Rules |
| Customization options | Boosts 2.0 for website element personalization (colors, fonts), remove unwanted elements from webpages, themes for each website | Themes, UI elements, keyboard shortcuts, address bar placement, start page, accent colors |
| Built-in privacy features | Built-in ad blocker and tracker prevention, prioritizes HTTPS connections | Ad blocking, tracker prevention |
| Extension compatibility | Chromium engine based, similar to Chrome, some extensions may not be fully supported | Chrome Web Store extensions |
| Memory usage and performance | Chromium Blink engine based, may consume less RAM than Chrome, automatic tab archiving, Memory Saver feature | Built-in Task Manager, Memory Saver (automatic tab hibernation) |
| User interface design and user experience | Minimalist UI with a vertical sidebar, aims to minimize distractions | Customizable UI density, adjustable animations |
| Cross-platform syncing capabilities | Not available | Bookmarks, history, passwords, open tabs, reading lists, notes, settings (end-to-end encryption) |
| Built-in tools | Screenshot tool and notes | Note-taking (append to note), screenshot capture, download manager, calendar, feed reader, Speed Dial |
| Developer tools | Built-in developer tools | Included |
| Accessibility features | Not available | Reader mode, font size and style adjustments, text-to-speech, keyboard shortcut navigation, respects system-wide reduced motion settings |
| Security features | Emphasizes privacy and security | Sandboxing, phishing protection, security updates from Chromium project |
| Integration with other services | Allows users to pin frequently used tabs, such as Gmail, Notion, and Google Docs | Email and calendar services |