Browsers

Android is a blossoming platform for many different Internet browsers, thanks to its open-source ecosystem. Whichever browser you choose, you'll find plenty of useful features and add-ons, as well as some unique strengths to enhance your Web-surfing experience.

CNET Editors' ChoiceAug 13
Chrome for Android

Though it took its sweet time getting there, Chrome for Android retains its lean, minimal, and totally Google experience like its older, desktop cousin. Signing in with your Google account gives you access to all your bookmarks and saved settings, and search results load instantly as you type. Add in gesture-controlled tabs and you get a browsing experience worthy of the Android OS.
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- CNET editors' rating 3.5 stars
- Average User rating: 3.5 stars out of 2 user reviews
CNET Editors' ChoiceAug 13
Opera browser

Hailed as one of the most critically-acclaimed browser alternatives, Opera has returned to the Android scene in full force with a brand new engine, redesigned interface, and plenty of lightweight tools to give you a fast, mobile experience. Opera also includes account syncing, as well as native tools to discover and get the most out of the Web.
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- CNET editors' rating 4.0 stars
- Average User rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 user reviews
CNET Editors' ChoiceAug 13
Dolphin Browser for Android

One million downloads don't lie; Dolphin has been in the Android browsing scene since even before the Froyo days and continues to be a crowd favorite. Dolphin browser is also powered by the Webkit engine, and comes packed with heavy gesture controls, intuitive menus, and even Flash support. Dolphin also supports a multitude of plug-ins for a truly customizable browsing experience on your phone, reflecting the nature of extensions and add-ons for desktop browsers.
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- CNET editors' rating 4.0 stars
- Average User rating: 3.7 stars out of 7 user reviews

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