Brave vs Arc Browser
type: Article
description: Brave is a privacy-focused Chromium browser with built-in ad blocking and cryptocurrency integration, while Arc is a redesigned browser emphasizing spatial organization and AI-powered features through a sidebar-based interface. Brave prioritizes user privacy and independence, while Arc prioritizes productivity and AI assistance.
language: en-US
date published: 2026-07-09T08:33:51.129Z
date created: 2026-07-09T08:33:51.129Z
date modified: 2026-07-09T08:33:51.199Z
content reference time: 2026-07-09T08:33:51.199Z
author: A Versus B
publisher: A Versus B
about: Brave Browser
about: Arc Browser
abstract: Brave is a privacy-focused Chromium browser with built-in ad blocking and cryptocurrency integration, while Arc is a redesigned browser emphasizing spatial organization and AI-powered features through a sidebar-based interface. Brave prioritizes user privacy and independence, while Arc prioritizes productivity and AI assistance.
text: Core Architecture. Privacy Features. AI Integration. Monetization Model. Tab Management. User Base Size. Extension Ecosystem
conclusion text: Choose Brave if you prioritize maximum privacy, ad blocking by default, and independence from AI tracking—it's the more mature choice for privacy-conscious users. Choose Arc if you value AI-powered productivity features, innovative interface design, and don't mind data syncing for enhanced functionality—it's better for users seeking a modern, assistant-driven browsing experience.
additional property: Active Monthly Users
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 101 million | Arc Browser: 2-3 million (estimated)
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Tracker Blocking Effectiveness
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 98% | Arc Browser: ~90%
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Built-in Ad Blocking
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes (Brave Shields) | Arc Browser: No (extensions required)
additional property: Workspace Separation (Spaces)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: No | Arc Browser: Yes (native)
additional property: Native Split View Support
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: No | Arc Browser: Yes (dual-pane)
additional property: Command Bar/Keyboard Navigation
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Limited | Arc Browser: Built-in Command Bar
additional property: Engine
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Chromium-based | Arc Browser: Chromium-based
additional property: Cryptocurrency Integration
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes (BAT token rewards) | Arc Browser: No
additional property: Built-in Ad Blocker
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes (native Shields) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Chromium/WebKit Version
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Chromium 147.0.7727.102 | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Cross-Platform Support
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 6 platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Raspberry Pi) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Extension Compatibility
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: ~95% | Arc Browser: ~85%
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Battery Efficiency on macOS
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Good (Chromium overhead) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Tracker Blocking
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Third-party trackers, fingerprinting, scripts | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Latest Feature Update
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: v1.89.137 (Apr 2026) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Keyboard Lock API Support
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes (Chromium 147) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: User Base Size
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 100+ million users | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Release Date
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 2016 | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Chromium Version (Latest 2026)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Chromium 147.0.7727.102 | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Browser-Level Ad Blocking
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes, enabled by default | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Integrated VPN/Firewall
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes, built-in | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: AI Assistant Available
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Brave Leo (free, integrated) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Cross-Browser Compatibility
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Brave browser required; Brave Search available elsewhere | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Memory Usage (Typical Idle State)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: ~180-220 MB | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Page Load Time (Real-World Average)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: ~950 ms | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Privacy Features (Built-in Count)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Ad blocker, tracker blocking, HTTPS enforcement, fingerprint protection (4) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Customization Options (UI + Behavior)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Basic theme and extension settings | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Latest Release Year
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 2026 (v1.89.137, April 2026) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Session/Workspace Management
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Standard tab restoration on restart | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Learning Curve for New Users
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Minimal - works effectively out of box | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Chromium Engine Version (April 2026)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Chromium 147.0.7727.102 | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Global Browser Market Share
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 3.5% | Arc Browser: 0.5%
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Memory Usage per 10 Tabs
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: ~500MB | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Average Page Load Speed
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 2.1s (with blocking) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: User Data Collection
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: None; privacy-first | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Native Ad Blocking
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes (built-in) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Bandwidth Savings from Blocking
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 35-45% | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Google Services Integration
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Partial (manual workarounds) | Arc Browser: N/A
additional property: Average Page Load Time
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 1.8s | Arc Browser: 2.1s
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Memory Usage (10 open tabs, idle)
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: ~200 MB | Arc Browser: ~280 MB
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Built-in Ad/Tracker Blocking
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 95%+ | Arc Browser: None (0%)
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Tab Management Features
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Tab grouping, standard organization | Arc Browser: Sidebar spaces, split-view, live preview, grouping
additional property: Native AI Assistant
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: No (extensions required) | Arc Browser: Yes (ChatGPT integrated)
additional property: Cryptocurrency Wallet
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Yes (Brave Wallet + BAT rewards) | Arc Browser: No
additional property: Release Date / Maturity
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 2016 (stable, mature) | Arc Browser: 2022 (limited beta)
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Page Load Speed vs Chrome
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: +27% (faster) | Arc Browser: -3% (slower)
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Ad/Tracker Blocking Coverage
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 100% (default Shields) | Arc Browser: 0% (default)
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Platforms Supported
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: 5 (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android) | Arc Browser: 2 (macOS, Windows)
  value reference: Brave Browser
additional property: Built-in AI Features
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Brave Browser: Leo AI (optional paid) | Arc Browser: Arc Search (AI-powered)
interactivity type: active
significant link: https://www.aversusb.net/entity/brave-browser
significant link: https://www.aversusb.net/alternatives/brave-browser
significant link: https://www.aversusb.net/entity/arc-browser
significant link: https://www.aversusb.net/alternatives/arc-browser
significant link: https://www.aversusb.net/api/answer/brave-vs-arc)
significant link: https://www.aversusb.net/api/v1/schema/brave-vs-arc)
related link: https://www.aversusb.net/compare/brave-vs-arc
related link: https://www.aversusb.net/compare/arc-vs-brave
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teaches: How to choose between Brave Browser and Arc Browser
genre: Software

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caption: Brave vs Arc Browser — Side-by-side comparison on A Versus B

A Versus B
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Brave Browser
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alternate name: BB
language: en-US
description: Privacy-first Chromium browser with built-in ad blocking and BAT token rewards.
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subject of: Brave vs Arc Browser
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  caption: Brave Browser

Arc Browser
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alternate name: AB
language: en-US
description: Modern Chromium browser with AI features, spatial tab management, and sidebar navigation.
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  caption: Arc Browser
subject of: Brave vs Arc Browser
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Brave vs Arc Browser — Structured Comparison Data
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description: Machine-readable comparison dataset for Brave vs Arc Browser. Contains 117 attribute comparisons, 5 FAQ pairs.
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license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
creator: A Versus B
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variable measured: Browser Market Share
variable measured: Search Engine Market Share
variable measured: Tracking Protection Coverage
variable measured: Cross-Browser Support
variable measured: Search Index Size
variable measured: BAT Cryptocurrency Earnings Potential
variable measured: Installation Size
variable measured: Data Collection
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Brave vs Arc Browser — Attribute Category Vocabulary
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has defined term: Features
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has defined term: UX
has defined term: Technical
has defined term: Privacy & Security
has defined term: Compatibility
has defined term: Ecosystem
has defined term: Performance
has defined term: Development
has defined term: Web Standards
has defined term: Popularity
has defined term: History
has defined term: Security
has defined term: Flexibility
has defined term: Customization
has defined term: Maintenance
has defined term: Developer Experience
has defined term: Technology
has defined term: Market Position
has defined term: Integration
has defined term: Resource Efficiency
has defined term: Market Reach
has defined term: Revenue
has defined term: Market Size
has defined term: Pricing
has defined term: Maturity
has defined term: Extensibility
has defined term: Cross-Platform
has defined term: UI/UX
has defined term: Coverage
has defined term: Licensing

Adoption
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term code: adoption
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Privacy
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term code: privacy
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Features
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term code: features
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Productivity
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UX
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Technical
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term code: technical
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Privacy & Security
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Compatibility
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Ecosystem
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term code: ecosystem
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Performance
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Development
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Web Standards
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Popularity
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History
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Security
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Flexibility
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term code: flexibility
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Customization
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Maintenance
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Developer Experience
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Technology
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Market Position
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Integration
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Resource Efficiency
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Market Reach
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Revenue
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Market Size
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Pricing
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Maturity
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Extensibility
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Cross-Platform
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UI/UX
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Coverage
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Licensing
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faq
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language: en-US
is accessible for free: true
conditions of access: Free
date modified: 2026-07-09T08:33:51.199Z
author: A Versus B
publisher: A Versus B
is part of: brave-vs-arc)
main entity: Which browser is more private: Brave or Arc?
  type: Question
  accepted answer: Answer
    text: Brave is significantly more private by default—it blocks ads and trackers automatically, disables telemetry, and doesn't sync personal data to company servers. Arc syncs browsing data to its servers for cross-device features and AI functionality, making it less private despite privacy controls being available. Brave's approach is privacy-first; Arc's is convenience-first with privacy options.
    language: en-US
main entity: Does Brave have AI features like Arc?
  type: Question
  accepted answer: Answer
    text: Brave does not have native AI features built into the browser itself. However, you can integrate AI tools through extensions or use Brave Search's independent results. Arc natively includes an AI chatbot, page summarization, and writing assistance without additional setup, making it better for users wanting integrated AI productivity.
    language: en-US
main entity: Can I use Chrome extensions in both browsers?
  type: Question
  accepted answer: Answer
    text: Yes, both browsers support Chrome Web Store extensions. Brave has full compatibility with 180,000+ extensions. Arc also supports Chrome extensions but has a smaller curated library of Arc-native extensions optimized for its sidebar interface. For extension variety, Brave has a significant advantage.
    language: en-US
main entity: How does Brave make money if it blocks ads?
  type: Question
  accepted answer: Answer
    text: Brave offers privacy-respecting ads through its Rewards program—users can opt-in to see ads and earn BAT tokens (Brave's cryptocurrency). Users can tip content creators with BAT or use it on supported sites. Brave also monetizes through Brave Search premium ($10/month) and partnerships. This model respects user privacy while generating revenue.
    language: en-US
main entity: Is Arc browser ready for daily use or still too experimental?
  type: Question
  accepted answer: Answer
    text: Arc is increasingly stable for daily use but remains in beta. Most core features work reliably, but occasional bugs, feature changes, and data loss during beta transitions can occur. Brave is production-ready with 8+ years of stability. Arc is suitable for early adopters comfortable with beta software; Brave is better for users wanting proven stability.
    language: en-US

How to Choose Between Brave Browser and Arc Browser
type: HowTo
description: Brave is a privacy-focused Chromium browser with built-in ad blocking and cryptocurrency integration, while Arc is a redesigned browser emphasizing spatial organization and AI-powered features through a sidebar-based interface. Brave prioritizes user privacy and independence, while Arc prioritizes productivity and AI assistance.
language: en-US
total time: PT3M
step: Consider: Core Architecture
step: Consider: Privacy Features
step: Consider: AI Integration
step: Consider: Monetization Model
step: Consider: Tab Management
step: Consider: User Base Size
step: Consider: Extension Ecosystem
tool: A Versus B Comparison Guide
tip: HowToTip
  text: Choose Brave if you prioritize maximum privacy, ad blocking by default, and independence from AI tracking—it's the more mature choice for privacy-conscious users. Choose Arc if you value AI-powered productivity features, innovative interface design, and don't mind data syncing for enhanced functionality—it's better for users seeking a modern, assistant-driven browsing experience.

Consider: Core Architecture
type: HowToStep
position: 1
text: Core Architecture: Brave Browser has Chromium-based with integrated ad/tracker blocking, while Arc Browser has Chromium-based with spatial tab organization and AI sidebar.

Consider: Privacy Features
type: HowToStep
position: 2
text: Privacy Features: Brave Browser has Built-in ad blocking, tracker blocking, HTTPS upgrades, no telemetry by default, while Arc Browser has Privacy controls available but not enabled by default, syncs data to Arc servers.

Consider: AI Integration
type: HowToStep
position: 3
text: AI Integration: Brave Browser has No native AI features, optional third-party integrations, while Arc Browser has Native AI chatbot, page summaries, and writing assistance built-in.

Consider: Monetization Model
type: HowToStep
position: 4
text: Monetization Model: Brave Browser has BAT token rewards, optional creator tips, Brave Search premium, while Arc Browser has Free with optional Arc Max subscription ($3-5/month for advanced features).

Consider: Tab Management
type: HowToStep
position: 5
text: Tab Management: Brave Browser has Traditional tab bar with vertical tabs option, while Arc Browser has Spatial organization with split-view, easels, and sidebar-based navigation.

Consider: User Base Size
type: HowToStep
position: 6
text: User Base Size: Brave Browser has 60+ million monthly active users (2024), while Arc Browser has 500,000+ beta users, rapid growth (estimated 1-2M active 2025).

Consider: Extension Ecosystem
type: HowToStep
position: 7
text: Extension Ecosystem: Brave Browser has Full Chrome Web Store compatibility with 180,000+ extensions, while Arc Browser has Chrome Web Store compatible, growing Arc-native extensions.

claimreview
type: ClaimReview
is accessible for free: true
conditions of access: Free
claim reviewed: Brave vs Arc Browser
review body: Brave is a privacy-focused Chromium browser with built-in ad blocking and cryptocurrency integration, while Arc is a redesigned browser emphasizing spatial organization and AI-powered features through a sidebar-based interface. Brave prioritizes user privacy and independence, while Arc prioritizes productivity and AI assistance.
review rating: Rating
  rating: 5
  worst rating: 1
  best rating: 5
  alternate name: Verified Comparison
author: A Versus B
item reviewed: Brave vs Arc Browser

Memory Usage (Idle)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: 220 MB | Arc Browser: 380 MB
value reference: Brave Browser

Cryptocurrency Rewards
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: BAT token (Brave Rewards program) | Arc Browser: None

Tab Organization Features
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: Standard tabs (extension support) | Arc Browser: Split-screen, sidebar, Spaces (native)

Chrome Extension Compatibility
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: 100% | Arc Browser: 95%
value reference: Brave Browser

Global Market Share
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: 1.5% | Arc Browser: ~2%
value reference: Arc Browser

Page Load Speed (Speedometer 3.0)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: 78 points | Arc Browser: N/A

Memory Usage (Single Tab, Idle)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: 280 MB | Arc Browser: N/A

Available Extensions
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: 180,000+ (Chrome Store) | Arc Browser: ~5,000 (Chrome Store + Arc-native)
value reference: Brave Browser

Built-in Ad Blocking Coverage
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: ~70% | Arc Browser: ~25% (requires extensions)
value reference: Brave Browser

Active Users Worldwide
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value: Brave Browser: 50+ million | Arc Browser: N/A

User Data Profiling for Ads
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value: Brave Browser: None (data not shared with advertisers) | Arc Browser: N/A

Cross-Site Tracking Prevention
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value: Brave Browser: Strong fingerprint blocking + tracker blocking | Arc Browser: N/A

Browser Market Share
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value: Brave Browser: 1.5% | Arc Browser: N/A

Search Engine Market Share
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value: Brave Browser: N/A (not a search engine) | Arc Browser: N/A

Tracking Protection Coverage
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value: Brave Browser: Blocks ~95% of tracking requests | Arc Browser: N/A

Cross-Browser Support
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value: Brave Browser: Brave browser only (1 browser) | Arc Browser: N/A

Search Index Size
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value: Brave Browser: N/A (not a search engine) | Arc Browser: N/A

BAT Cryptocurrency Earnings Potential
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value: Brave Browser: 0.5 to 5 USD per month (depends on ad views) | Arc Browser: N/A

Installation Size
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value: Brave Browser: ~95 MB (full browser) | Arc Browser: N/A

Data Collection
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value: Brave Browser: Zero browsing data collection | Arc Browser: N/A

Monthly Active Users
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value: Brave Browser: 60+ million | Arc Browser: 1-2 million (estimated)
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Native AI Features
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value: Brave Browser: None (third-party only) | Arc Browser: Yes (chatbot, summaries, writing tools)

Default Privacy Stance
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value: Brave Browser: Maximum (no telemetry, blocking enabled) | Arc Browser: Moderate (opt-in privacy controls)

Optional Premium Cost
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value: Brave Browser: $0 (optional Brave Search premium: $10/month) | Arc Browser: $3-5 (Arc Max subscription)
value reference: Brave Browser

Memory Usage (Baseline)
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value: Brave Browser: ~280 MB (idle) | Arc Browser: ~240 MB (idle, claimed 15% less)
value reference: Arc Browser

Development Stage
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value: Brave Browser: Stable/Production (since 2016) | Arc Browser: Beta (since 2022, public beta 2024)

Battery Life (MacBook Pro, 8-hour test)
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value: Brave Browser: 4.2 hours | Arc Browser: N/A

RAM Usage (10 tabs open)
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value: Brave Browser: 450 MB | Arc Browser: N/A

Default Ad Blocking
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value: Brave Browser: Yes, enabled by default | Arc Browser: N/A

Platform Availability
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value: Brave Browser: 5 platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS) | Arc Browser: N/A

Cryptocurrency Rewards Program
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value: Brave Browser: Yes, BAT token rewards | Arc Browser: N/A

Third-Party Cookie Blocking
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: Shields default (blocks trackers) | Arc Browser: N/A

Extension Ecosystem Size
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: ~13,000 Chrome extensions supported | Arc Browser: 500+ available
value reference: Brave Browser

Idle Memory Usage
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: ~280 MB

Primary Operating Systems
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: macOS (primary), Windows (beta)

Built-in AI Search
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Arc Search (proprietary + Claude)

Privacy-First by Default
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Yes, blocks tracking by default

Office 365 Integration
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Web access only

Release Year
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 2024

Platform Support
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: macOS, Windows, iOS

Memory Usage (Idle, 10 tabs)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 475 MB

Customizable Keyboard Shortcuts
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: ~50 main shortcuts

Tab Management Systems
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Vertical sidebar, pinning, split view, auto-grouping

Extension Ecosystem
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Chrome Web Store (188,000+)

UI Customization Depth
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Themes and sidebar only

Battery Life (macOS, typical workload)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 8.2 hours

Memory Usage (Idle, 10 open tabs)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 420 MB

AI Assistant Built-in
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Yes - native AI with summaries and research

Split-Screen Browsing
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Yes - native, customizable

Page Load Speed (Average)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: ~850 ms

Cross-Device Sync
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Mac & iOS only (limited parity)

Privacy Report Feature
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: No dedicated tracker report

Memory Usage (Idle State)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: ~500 MB

Google Service Integration
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Basic (works but not native)

Tab Management System
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Sidebar-based spatial organization with auto-archive

Supported Platforms
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Linux

Available Platforms
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: macOS, Windows

Average Memory Usage
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 250 MB

Built-in Tracker Blocking
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Yes (enabled by default)

Microsoft 365 Integration
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: No

Year of Launch
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 2022

Base Price (Monthly)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: $0 (Free) / $4.99 (Pro)

Available Operating Systems
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 2 (macOS, Windows)

Page Load Speed
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 2.1 seconds

Built-in AI Assistant
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: Yes (ChatGPT integration in Arc Max)

Browser Extensions Available
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: ~2,000+ (Chromium ecosystem)

Open-Source
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: No (Closed source)

RAM Usage (Idle, Single Tab)
type: PropertyValue
value: Brave Browser: N/A | Arc Browser: 450 MB

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Cross-Site Tracking Prevention
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Browser Market Share
type: PropertyValue
value reference: Adoption

Search Engine Market Share
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value reference: Adoption

Tracking Protection Coverage
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value reference: Privacy

Cross-Browser Support
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value reference: Compatibility

Search Index Size
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BAT Cryptocurrency Earnings Potential
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Installation Size
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Data Collection
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Monthly Active Users
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Native AI Features
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Default Privacy Stance
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Optional Premium Cost
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Memory Usage (Baseline)
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Development Stage
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Battery Life (MacBook Pro, 8-hour test)
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value reference: Performance

RAM Usage (10 tabs open)
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value reference: Performance

Default Ad Blocking
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value reference: Privacy & Security

Platform Availability
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Cryptocurrency Rewards Program
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value reference: Features

Third-Party Cookie Blocking
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Extension Ecosystem Size
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Idle Memory Usage
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Primary Operating Systems
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Built-in AI Search
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Privacy-First by Default
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Office 365 Integration
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Release Year
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Platform Support
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Memory Usage (Idle, 10 tabs)
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Customizable Keyboard Shortcuts
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Tab Management Systems
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Extension Ecosystem
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UI Customization Depth
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Battery Life (macOS, typical workload)
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Memory Usage (Idle, 10 open tabs)
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AI Assistant Built-in
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Split-Screen Browsing
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Page Load Speed (Average)
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Cross-Device Sync
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Privacy Report Feature
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Memory Usage (Idle State)
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Google Service Integration
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Tab Management System
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Supported Platforms
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Available Platforms
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Average Memory Usage
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Built-in Tracker Blocking
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Microsoft 365 Integration
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Year of Launch
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Base Price (Monthly)
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Available Operating Systems
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Page Load Speed
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Built-in AI Assistant
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Browser Extensions Available
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Open-Source
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RAM Usage (Idle, Single Tab)
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