Best Explorer Apps & Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

Microsoft Edge is the household name in explorer, but it's far from the only option. We track 248+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Explorer Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Microsoft EdgeMicrosoft EdgeFree4.7★ (600K)NoYesNov 2026
2SafariSafariFree4.4★ (184K)NoNoNov 2026
3Firefox Fast & Private BrowserFirefox Fast & Private BrowserFree4.6★ (220K)NoNoNov 2026
4Explorer - AMNH NYCExplorer - AMNH NYCFree3.8★ (115)NoNoNov 2026
5ES File ExplorerES File ExplorerFree4.6★ (15K)NoYesNov 2026
6Google ChromeGoogle ChromeFree4.7★ (4.1M)YesYesNov 2026
7Brave Browser & Search EngineBrave Browser & Search EngineFree4.8★ (676K)NoYesNov 2026
8Opera Browser with VPNOpera Browser with VPNFree4.7★ (266K)YesNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Explorer

Microsoft Edge#1

Microsoft Edge by Microsoft Corporation

Start here, get it done here
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(600K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#5in Utilities
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This web browser integrates AI assistance to help you search, summarize content, and draft text. It offers built-in security tools for enhanced privacy and productivity features like tab grouping and read-aloud.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and smooth performance
  • 👍 Seamless integration with Windows devices
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 💡 Useful built-in tools (e.g. read aloud, translate)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 💤 Lack of customization options
  • 🤔 Issues with syncing bookmarks/history
Safari#2

Safari by Apple

World’s fastest, truly private
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.4😐(184K ratings)
Free
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Browse the web at high speeds with advanced privacy features and extensive customization. Access your tabs, translate pages, and sync data across your Apple devices. Enjoy a cleaner reading experience and personalized browsing.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 🔒 Robust privacy features
  • 👍 Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem
  • 🤩 Excellent reading mode
  • 💡 Useful tab management options

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific tabs
  • 🤦‍♀️ Confusing UI changes
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Inconsistent search results
Firefox Fast & Private Browser#3

Firefox Fast & Private Browser by Mozilla

Browse the web with ad blocker
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(220K ratings)
Free
#27in Utilities
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This browser prioritizes your privacy and security with built-in ad and tracker blocking. It offers a fast, clutter-free browsing experience with features like private tabs, password management, and cross-device syncing.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🔒 Secure and privacy-focused
  • 👍 Great alternative to Chrome and Safari
  • 💡 Useful sync functionality across devices

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable, crashes frequently
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 👎 Cluttered and confusing UI, especially on iPad
  • 🤔 Lack of customization and extension options

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FAQ about Explorer

What are the best explorer apps & games for iPhone?
Microsoft Edge tops our explorer apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 600K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top explorer apps & games we rank are free to download, including Microsoft Edge and Safari.
Microsoft Edge has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ explorer apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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