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Puffin BrowserAloha Browser
Freemium

Free apps are available; the Puffin 365 bundle is sold as a subscription package.

 Freemium

Free with a built-in VPN, with an optional Premium subscription.

Windows, macOS, Android Android, iOS
  • Offloads page rendering to remote servers
  • Available on desktop, mobile and smart TV
  • Free built-in VPN without a subscription
  • Passcode or biometric lock for tabs and the app
  • All browsing passes through the vendor's servers
  • Closed source
  • Some features require the Premium subscription
  • Commercial product that is not fully open source
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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