Why switch to Vivaldi browser?

Vivaldi may not be the first browser that comes to mind for many people when they are looking for the best browser on the market. But after switching from Arc and trying Vivaldi, they are officially hooked. Vivaldi has a lot of features that make it one of the best browsers available today.

1. Unparalleled Customization

One of the biggest reasons why users stick with Vivaldi is its unparalleled level of customization. Unlike mainstream browsers like Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox , which only offer basic options, Vivaldi has gone all-in. It allows you to tweak almost every aspect to make your browsing experience unique and personal.

And that's by design – Vivaldi was created with the intention of giving users the ability to customize their browsing experience. That's why Vivaldi is the most customizable browser without using any extensions. You can customize many user interface elements, from the toolbar to the overall look of the browser.

2. Built-in productivity tools

Vivaldi is more than just a web browser. Its approach is to provide more than just a browser by including a host of handy productivity tools that users have come to appreciate, some of which they once relied on third-party extensions for in Arc.

Take the built-in Notes tool, for example. Instead of switching to a separate app or website to jot something down, you can open a side panel and quickly write or reference notes without leaving the page you're viewing. What makes it even more useful is its markdown support, which allows you to attach screenshots, URLs , and files for added context when reviewing later. That's especially useful for workflows that involve a lot of research and writing.

3. Advanced tab management

For those who constantly find themselves drowning in a sea of ​​tabs, Vivaldi's advanced tab management features are a game changer. Most browsers give you a linear tab list, so you have to endlessly scroll from tab to tab to find the one you're looking for.

Vivaldi takes a slightly different approach, allowing you to group related tabs into a single tab using Tab Stacking. When you hover over a tab stack, you'll see a preview of all the tabs included, and you can click to open any of them. Many people prefer Vivaldi's approach because it's much cleaner and makes tab management easier. Tab Tiling has a similar benefit, allowing you to view multiple tabs side by side.

4. Strong security and privacy features

In an age of data tracking and targeted advertising, privacy has never been more important. Vivaldi addresses this need by implementing a variety of measures and tools to enhance user privacy and security.

It all starts with Vivaldi's privacy policy, which protects users with a do-not-track promise. On the other hand, it also combats the invasive tracking that's rampant on the modern web, using a built-in tracker blocker.

5. Efficient Navigation

Vivaldi is not only customizable. It is also built to speed up navigation. It includes a variety of features that make navigating the browser and accessing its various features more efficient, especially if you learn the tricks and start unlocking its advanced navigation tools.

One standout feature is Quick Commands, which lets you get more done without touching your trackpad. You can launch Quick Commands with F2 (Windows) or Cmd + E (macOS). When the command bar opens, you can do just about anything — reopen closed tabs, create a note, search your browsing history or bookmarks, navigate to any URL, navigate to open tabs, launch a new tab, switch workspaces, or even execute a command sequence (more on command sequences later).

6. Provide built-in tools to replace extensions

One of the things that initially attracted people to Vivaldi and continues to impress them is how many tools are built right into the browser, reducing the need for the long list of extensions that used to have to be carried from browser to browser.

First is the screenshot tool, which is commonly used to capture an entire website or just a specific section. To keep track of your favorite websites, you don't need an extension anymore as Vivaldi offers a built-in RSS reader that gets the job done. Reader View is another built-in tool that eliminates the need for an extension by making it easier to read articles without distractions.

Jessica Tanner

Update 11 June 2025