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Vieb vs qutebrowser: catalog facts
Viebqutebrowser
Free

Free and open source, with optional sponsorship of the developer.

Free

Free software under the GPL. The maintainer works part-time on it funded by donations.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Vim-style keybindings, commands and options throughout
  • Built-in ad blocker and privacy settings that work without web requests
  • Every action has a keyboard binding, and link hints mean you never need the mouse
  • Configured in Python, so the config file can do real logic rather than toggles
  • Steep learning curve for anyone not used to Vim
  • Built on Electron rather than a mainstream browser
  • No Chrome or Firefox extension support; blocking is handled by its own config
  • The bindings and config file are a genuine learning curve if you do not already use vim
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
No account needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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