# Chromium Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Chromium the right Browser solution for you? Explore 33 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/229060/Chromium/reviews --- Chromium 4.6 (33) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/229060/Chromium/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Chromium Ease of use 4.7 Customer Service 4.1 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews JM Josh M TeacherE-Learning, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Chromium's best feature is its simplicity. “ May 20, 2024 ML Marie L Co-ProducerAnimation, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “What I dislike about the Chromium software is the customer support and it can be slow at times but that could just be me.“ March 11, 2023 BA Bruna Aparecida A administrativoCosmetics, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “With the Google chrome browser I can search for everything I want in a matter of seconds, as it is very easy to use and the cost is very cheap, making everyone have access to this browser whether on a cell phone, computer, and with different search methods.“ January 31, 2023 Muhammad Z Research Assistant Higher Education, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “PPAPI is not available.“ May 3, 2022 GA Geraldo A AdministrativoComputer Networking, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Furthermore, its ability to learn and evolve by training on new data is a notable feature.“ February 5, 2023 Tureen Punit G Data Engineer and DBAInformation Technology and Services, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I love the fact that it neither tracks the browsing history nor shares it further which is a blessing for privacy lovers like me.“ August 28, 2022 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 33 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use TM Tiago M. Owner Facilities Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The best google browser" July 10, 2023 5.0 Pros Chromium is a browser that consume less resources than most of the browser nowadays Cons Everything we need is a lightweight browser , so chromium fill's up every expectation , don't have complaints Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Project Manager Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Primary Browser" November 28, 2022 5.0 Pros This is my primary browser and it is the base for most browsers out there. Hard to name a feature that is not well thought-out. The new tab grouping feature is now my favourite, as I use to keep at least 25-30 open tabs. Also, it is hard to find a website that does not render well on Chromium. Cons Sometimes memory can get in the way. Tabs still consume too much memory, and I personally feel the need for a feature to "save tab groupings" and "open them if the browser is restarted" so I don't lose work. Alternatives considered [Firefox](https://www.capterra.com/p/228987/Firefox/)[Microsoft Edge](https://www.capterra.com/p/229037/Microsoft-Edge/)[Avast Secure Browser](https://www.capterra.com/p/229120/Avast-Secure-Browser/)[Safari](https://www.capterra.com/p/229123/Safari/) Review Source ML Marie L. Co-Producer Animation Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Chrome but inverted" March 11, 2023 5.0 Pros What I liked most about Chromium is that it doesn't take up as much RAM as Chrome does. Cons What I dislike about the Chromium software is the customer support and it can be slow at times but that could just be me. Review Source AM Alexander M. Repair technician Biotechnology Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My favorite internet browser" October 31, 2023 5.0 Pros I use chrome everyday for all my web browsing. The ability to save my information for quick purchases, save my favorite sites or products and the tons of add ons are great Cons It can be a bit resource heavy on your computer and use up a lot of ram. Its getting a little better but still is more than other browsers Review Source GA Geraldo A. Administrativo Computer Networking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google's performance as a search engine"" February 5, 2023 5.0 the open source project that Google Chrome is based on is generally positive. I need your speed,ease of use and security features. Furthermore,the integration with other Google services, such as Gmail and Google Drive, I see as convenient.I also have criticisms of Chromium, including privacy and data security concerns, as well as performance and compatibility issues.Chromium is a constantly evolving project. Pros What I like most about this software is its ability to process huge amounts of data and generate accurate and quick answers to a wide variety of questions. Furthermore, its ability to learn and evolve by training on new data is a notable feature. Cons privacy and data security issues, the complexity of certain products, the lack of features compared to other similar software, and malfunctions. Review Source MC Malissa C. owner Photography Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great Web Browser" November 3, 2023 5.0 Pros I downloaded this because my other browser kept crashing. I have had no issues with freezing or crashing with Chromium. Cons The only con I can think of is how long it took me to discover it. Review Source JHM Jahid Hasan M. Digital Marketing Manager Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A chrome based good browser" November 4, 2022 5.0 I am a firm believer in Chromium Browser. I use it on my Android tablet and laptop daily. It has made browsing so much easier, faster and smoother. I would never go back to using Chrome! Pros I've been using Chromium Browser for a few years and I love it. It's speedy, free, and customizable. It's also compatible with my favorite extensions from Chrome, so I don't miss out on anything! Cons I've been using Chromium for years now. I think it's the best browser out there, and I don't know how I would do my job without it. Review Source DK Dan K. Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Very ease of use" November 9, 2023 5.0 Pros It is quick, faster,safer,and very stable which gives an open browsing experience Cons No cons , it's the best for me because it's easy to update Review Source AU Arinze U. Freelance - Noc Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Using Chromium browser as a freelancer." May 26, 2022 4.0 I like how easy it is to use the browser. Pros Utilizing the browser and working with the software makes it simple to search the internet. Cons There is always the problem of the browser hanging and slowing down. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Research Assistant Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Open source, clean and easy to use" May 3, 2022 5.0 Pros The project is open-source and highly customizable to your own requirements. Documentation is available and really helpful. Fast and fluent. Clean UI design. Easy for building and testing your codes. Cons There is no direct way of contacting the chromium team, you can only discuss on forums. Lack codecs. PPAPI is not available. No auto-updates, requires manual updating. Cannot directly install chrome extensions Review Source TAB Tizio Alida B. Assistante Utilisateur Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Chromium, la version lite de Google Chrome" December 10, 2023 4.0 Pour ceux qui recherche un Google Chrome plus légé, je vous conseil Chromium Pros Chromium, est un navigateur web, il est en quelque sorte la version Lite de Google Chrome Cons Comme Google Chrome, Chromium , utilise assez de cookies qui le rend lourd Review Source KH Korol H. Trainee Software developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Browsering " January 9, 2025 3.0 Pros Chromium is part of Google Chrome and it also makes browsering easy and fantastic. Cons Chromium version is not easy to install. Review Source DC David C. Director Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Chromium Resources" July 8, 2024 5.0 Pros Probably not appropriate forum, however looking for skilled Chromium Devs to work on internal browser project, can anyone offer advise? Cons From a development perspective it is very difficult to find experienced local devs. Review Source BAA Bruna Aparecida A. administrativo Cosmetics Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The browser with the most privacy and the most frequent update" January 31, 2023 5.0 But Google Chromium brings me numerous relevant experiences the ease of logging into my account and accessing various services, be it gmail, one drive, all in one place, this makes my day a lot easier, being much more productive. Pros With the Google chrome browser I can search for everything I want in a matter of seconds, as it is very easy to use and the cost is very cheap, making everyone have access to this browser whether on a cell phone, computer, and with different search methods. Cons The cons of the Cromos browser that despite being fast, is one of the main responsible for consuming your computer's RAM memory, especially when we open several windows at the same time, so it becomes slower and even errors appear on older computers. Alternatives considered [Opera](https://www.capterra.com/p/229024/Opera/) Reason for choosing Chromium I evaluated that with Chromium it is updated more frequently than other browsers and due to the privacy issue offered in this browser that others do not have. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Data Engineer and DBA Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Chromium won't let you down" August 28, 2022 4.0 I am using Chromium on a daily basis to surf the internet, manage passwords, and use extensions seamlessly for my work needs. It is a great browser in my opinion which can be safely used for personal and professional needs. I love the fact that it neither tracks the browsing history nor shares it further which is a blessing for privacy lovers like me. It has given me a satisfactory browsing experience and I think that it would be a great alternative to any browser. Pros chromium is a good, reliable, and secure browser that comes with a variety of features. It is a clean interface and comes with an array of extensions to choose from. It is a simple to use, lightweight browser which comes with decent security features. It does not track the browsing history which is why I like it the most. Cons Chromium is a good browser that comes with an array of features and frequent updates which is a good thing in my opinion. The only thing that bugs me about Chromium is the fact that these frequent updates are needed to be installed manually. Switched from [Microsoft Edge](https://www.capterra.com/p/229037/Microsoft-Edge/)[Safari](https://www.capterra.com/p/229123/Safari/) We switched because we were curious about Chromium and wanted to see what it offers. Review Source JM Josh M. Teacher E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy, Clean Browser" May 20, 2024 4.0 If you are looking for a simple way to run a search, Chromium is the browser for you. I enjoy how clean and simple it is. When I want a simplified, organized, to the point browser that won't bog me down with extensions, features, and forty-six other buttons on the search bar, I open Chromium. Pros Chromium's best feature is its simplicity. Everything that is essential in a browser is available and easily used in Chromium. I really enjoy how accessible Chromium is on every device, even a SMART Board! Nothing flashy or fancy is done through Chromium, but that's just the point. This is a no-frills, easy and clean browser that can be picked up by all users on any device and it works very well. Cons It seems a little contrary to say that the simplicity of Chromium is also its weakness, but it would be nice to have some more customization options or installable extensions, etc. A very minor complaint, but a few additional features would be nice. Switched from [Google Chrome](https://www.capterra.com/p/228985/Chrome/) I just wanted a simpler browser that wouldn't overwhelm anyone. Review Source Mas Idayu H. Information Technology Assistant Oil & Energy Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great browser for developer" August 2, 2022 4.0 Pros The web browser's search feature returns relevant results quickly. A variety of add-ons and plugins are readily available for download. The setting, colour scheme, etc., are all adjustable. Incognito mode is for you if you want a more discrete web experience. Cons You can only talk about issues with the Chromium team on forums, and there is no conventional way to contact them. The browser doesn't have the standard codecs. There is currently a lack of access to plug-in , and it not being automatically updated necessitates user intervention. Review Source JR Jeffrey R. VoIP Operations Manager Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Chomium the "un-googled" Chrome alternative, mostly." May 10, 2022 5.0 Software functions as one would expect for a high end web browser. You have full access to the google web store for your addons and themes. The quick and functional browser gives a solid alternative to firefox. Pros I love that it is based on the chrome standard so most all websites load quickly and properly. Cons I don't like the fact that google is still involved in the software package development. Google is hard if not impossible to trust with our personal data and this is yet another way they seem to get some info from you even if you don't want them to. Reason for choosing Chromium It works. Switched from [Firefox](https://www.capterra.com/p/228987/Firefox/) Firefox is becoming less and less trustworthy, no different than Chromium I suppose but I have also had problems of late with firefox properly rendering some sites and with certain addons. Review Source Alessandro B. Ottico Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Chromium...la mia recensione" December 27, 2022 5.0 Chromium un ottimo browser per l'uso quotidiano, è molto veloce e si adatta bene a sistemi operativi e sisttemi pc un pò datati Pros \* Chromium p un sostituto di Google Chrome ma utilizza meno RAM ed ha la stessa stabilità.\* E' difficile trovare un sito web che non sia visualizzato con Chromium\* E' molto veloce adatto anche a sistemi pc un pò datati Cons \* Aggiornamenti un pò troppo frequenti\* il servizio clienti è gestito principalmente sul forum, il che può creare un pò di problemi Review Source NZ Nicola Z. Tecnico Computer Hardware Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "ottimo brawser " February 6, 2024 5.0 Ottima esperienza utilizzabile su diversi sistemi operativi Pros Semplice da usare completo funziona bene Cons Utilizza troppa memoria con i plugin aggiuntivi Switched from [The EDGE](https://www.capterra.com/p/8668/The-EDGE/) Perché era obsoleto e non più compatibile Review Source Thomas P. Web Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Chrome but unbloated" October 6, 2022 5.0 Pros Chromium is the core of Google Chrome and then uses less RAM while having the same stability Cons Some really useful features like Google Services on Google Chrome are missing in Chromium Review Source Abrar K. Survey Programmer Market Research Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "An average browser when compared with the Big brands." August 2, 2021 3.0 Overall its a light-weight version and can be used for basic browsing. It is an open source and the community is good enough. We have the options to restrict data, clear cache and cookies, and manage history and downloads. Pros The search engine is fast and it gives accurate results. We can download extensions and plugins. We can change the theme, background, etc. The incognito mode is helpful when browsing privately. Cons The software is slow when compared with Google Chrome. It lacks many features and customization options. The browsing speed is also a bit on the slower side. There are privacy and security issues too. Review Source Kaan S. sound designer Entertainment Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Chrome without Google " June 19, 2022 5.0 Pros I really liked the security and privacy options. You can block third party cookies and scripts without needing any extensions, which is super neat. Cons I have no complaints about Chromium, cut out for those who want secure browser. Review Source TA Taha A. Debt collector Accounting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Chrome browser is good and basic browsing is open to all" February 5, 2023 4.0 My experience with Chrome browser was great and useful Pros Chrome browser is good, reliable, secure and versatile. It is fast in search and useful Cons The program sometimes stops working or is slow, and continuous updates are annoying Review Source AF Alessandro F. Programmatore Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Miglior motore per browser disponibile sul mercato" January 9, 2023 5.0 Permette di effettuare navigazione in sicurezza e velocità. Pros La velocità di caricamento delle pagine, il livello di sicurezza e l'affidabilità. Cons Non c'è nulla che non mi sia piaciuto durante l'utilizzo. Alternatives considered [Firefox](https://www.capterra.com/p/228987/Firefox/)[Microsoft Edge](https://www.capterra.com/p/229037/Microsoft-Edge/) Reason for choosing Chromium Perché è più semplice l'utilizzo ed è sincronizzato con Google. Review Source Similar Products Featured