These two browser engines aren't controlled by Google or Apple — and that matters more than you think

These two browser engines aren't controlled by Google or Apple — and that matters more than you think By  Abhijith N Arjunan Published May 31, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT Abhijith has been writing for the Web since 2011 and has contributed to sites like Beebom and TechWiser. He is curious about making the best of tech accessible to everyone. He started writing as a hobby after getting a computer at 16. Since then, he has found technical writing a space where he belongs and could make a difference. A curious and self-motivated person, Abhijith's writings focus on productivity, Android, and the Internet. He holds a Master's degree in English and a PhD in Humanities. Enthusiastic about language, literature, and culture, he works as an Assistant Professor of English. If not writing or reading, you can find Abhijith playing Chess or CODM. Sign in to your MakeUseOf account Add Us On Summary Generate a summary of this story follow Follow followed Followed Like Like Thread Log in Here is a fact-based summary of the story contents: Try something different: Show me the facts Explain it like I’m 5 Give me a lighthearted recap At first glance, you'd think there are too many web browsers to choose from. It's true for the most part, too. From Google Chrome to Brave and Edge to Firefox, there are more options . It is also why people are always searching for the best web browser for their workflow . Given how every web browser labels itself "brand new," you'd think you are moving to a new world. Most of the time, however, not much under the hood changes when you move from one web browser to another. Sure, you may come across a new UI and a bunch of innovative features, but that's about it. And what doesn't change when you switch browsers reveals how two corporations control almost everything about how the web is rendered for you. Related If you're still using Chrome on Android, you're missing out on a genuinely better browser It's arguably better than Chrome on all platforms,