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What’s the Best Browser for Firestick & Fire TV in 2024? Find Out
Take an in-depth dive into the best FireStick browser list
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Updated onJanuary 8, 2024
updated onJanuary 8, 2024
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Amazon Fire TV is a great device for video streaming, but did you know that you can also browse the web with it?
You can install different options, and today we’re going to show you the best browsers for Fire Stick. But first…
Can I uninstall the Silk browser on FireStick?
Unfortunately,uninstalling the Sink browser from your FireStick is not possible, as it is a built-in element for the entire experience. But that does not mean that you’ll be stuck with it.
In fact, you caneasily install a browser on Firestickand we will show you exactly how to do that.
As in the case of some other devices, certain elements, apps, and settings come pre-loaded, allowing the producer to tweak and customize the user’s experience based on the feedback they gather.
The browsers below that are not marked with this note will be installed normally onto your device, by using the Amazon Appstore download service.
Which browser is best for streaming video?
As we all know by now, not all browsers are made the same, and this applies at all levels, no matter what tasks you want to cover with this type of software.
That being said, choosing thebest browser for streaming videocan be a cumbersome task for some users, with too much conflicting information being found online.
During our expert testing process,Opera OneandOpera GXhave proven that they can maintain a high-quality online video experience over time, and they do not affect your CPU and RAM at the same level as other options.
Which browser is best for FireStick?
Opera One– Great privacy & security
The first browser on our list isOperaOne. The browser is available on multiple platforms, so it’s no wonder to see it available on Amazon Fire TV as well.
That being said, choosing the best internet app for FireStick will need to take into account a variety of factors, including the browser’s capability, but also compatibility.
Using the Opera One browser for FireStick has the ability to block ads out of the box so you can enjoy the ad-free browsing experience. Opera One can also compress videos and save your bandwidth and even make videos load faster.
Furthermore, Opera One allows you to add pages to the home screen easily, and it even has support for push notifications. Private browsing mode is also available, so your browsing history and cache won’t be stored.
The browser comes with a sleek user interface, and since it’s lightweight it should handle any website without any slowdowns. Sometimes,Amazon Fire TV can struggle to open browser links.
That won’t be the case with Opera One. Besides, it has plenty to offer, so if you’re looking for the best browser for Firestick or streaming in general you should definitely give it a go.
Other useful features:
Opera One
Amazon Silk– Basic browser with built-in parental control
Amazon Silk is developed by Amazon, and it allows you to watch videos and browse the web from your Amazon Fire TV device. Silk works with Fire TV remote, but it also fully supports Alexa.
The browser is simple for navigation, and it has the ability to add bookmarks and memorize your passwords. It can also render both desktop and mobile sites.
If needed, you can block websites thanks to the parental control feature.
Other useful features:
⇒Get Amazon Silk
UC Browser for FireStick– Good speed and customization options
UC Browser offers some great features that can not be ignored if you’re interested in finding the best browser for FireStick, like very easy navigation, good speeds, and customization options.
This browser not only allows you to play videos on your TV service but will be able to sync between devices and thus make the entire endeavor a lot easier, especially if you’re planning on casting your devices to each other.
The latest version of the software 9.1.0 has a set of very good features added to it, like the capability to preload pages based on intelligent analysis, background downloads that don’t bother you while browsing, and a new and improved auto-fill feature to save some time every time you want to log in or order something online.
Amongst the changes, UC Browser has also gotten improvements when it comes to its security, and memory usage optimization, making it more versatile than ever.
Other useful features:
⇒Get UC Browserfor FireStick
Chrome browser for FireStick– Very good customization tools
Even though the Chrome browser is designed for Android and PCs, it still is compatible with FireStick. The only issue with choosing this browser is that it needs to be installed as an APK file (the Android installation file), as it is not available on the Amazon Appstore.
This browser makes using your FireStick a lot easier than when using the built-in apps and adds a good layer of privacy and protection on top.
Even though this browser can not be compared with Opera One, Chrome still is a very good alternative to browsers like Silk Browser, which is optimized for FireStick but lacks in features and stability department.
Other useful features:
⇒Get Chrome for FireStick
Puffin Browser for FireStick– Very lightweight with slow browsing speeds
Even though this browser looks good on the FireStick TV, Puffin has some serious speed issues when it comes to streaming any sort of content, especially high-quality videos and music.
For what this software lacks in speed, it makes up for privacy and security, allowing you to use the built-in security protections to render websites on the cloud servers of the company itself. Even though this browser doesn’t have a built-in VPN, this service works similarly.
Puffin Browser for FireStick is also very simple, with just a few of the basic features being present for your use.
Another very important aspect of choosing this browser for your FireStick TV, is that free users have a limited data allowance until they decide to upgrade the app. Some features are also restricted for free users.
Other useful features:
⇒Get Puffin Browser for FireStick
Glance Browser– Simple alternative to Chrome
Glance Browser is built on the WebView engine, the same web engine that is behind Google Chrome. Regarding speed, the browser offers great performance and a simple-to-use interface.
It’s worth mentioning that the browser is ad-free, and it has a search widget available in the notification drawer thus allowing you to make searches quickly.
Glance Browser is a solid alternative to Amazon Silk, and if you haven’t tried it, this might be the perfect moment for it.
Other useful features:
⇒Get Glance Browser
RM Web Browser– Simple browser for basic web exploration
RM Web Browser is built for Kindle Fire and Android devices, and according to the developer, it offers certain features that other browsers don’t.
Using this browser, you can get local news, weather, and other information right from the start screen. The bookmark feature is available and it allows you to easily add or remove favorites from the start screen.
Notable RM Web Browser features:
⇒Get RM Web Browser
Firefox for Fire TV– Great UI with good privacy, but discontinued
Firefox has been available on the browser market for years, and even though it’s a good browser with a great number of fans, the company has decided to remove its product from the Amazon product list.
Even though that is the case, applying the same steps described at the start of this guide in order to sideload the APK file will work wonders.
This version will bring you the best videos from the web neatly categorized on your home screen.
The browser fully works with YouTube, Pocket, Rotten Tomatoes, and Flickr, and it allows you to save your favorite websites for quick access.
Other useful features:
⇒Get Firefox for Fire TV
How can I install apps on FireStick that are not on the Amazon Appstore?
Installing a browser, or any other app that is not presented on the Amazon Appstore on your FireStick will require you to use an APK file (an Android default app installer format), and also make sure that your FireStick is configured to accept downloads from unknown sources.
Here are the steps you need to take in order to ensure that you will be able to try out some other browsers on your FireStick:
As the official FireStick browsers are configured not to allow you to download files from third-party sources, in order to install some of the browsers mentioned below, you will need to have the Downloader App installed on your device:
Now you’re ready to sideload any app not found on the Amazon Appstore, so read through the guide and check for which browsers you need to perform these steps for.
Having a good web browser on your Firestick is important, and we hope this article helped you find the proper web browser for your needs.
If you have other suggestions, feel free to leave them in the comments section below.
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Vladimir Popescu
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