Software · head to head
Microsoft Edge vs Safari
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Microsoft Edge
Software
The only browser optimized for superior performance on Windows
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
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Safari
Software
The best way to experience the internet on all your Apple devices
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Microsoft Edge vendor markets it as optimized specifically for Windows, implying reduced advantage on macOS, iOS and Android; Safari only available on Apple hardware (Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch), unlike cross-platform rivals
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Microsoft Edge and Safari actually diverge.
| Attribute | Microsoft Edge | Safari |
|---|
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Microsoft Edge
- Vendor markets it as optimized specifically for Windows, implying reduced advantage on macOS, iOS and Android
- Copilot and Microsoft 365 web app integration require a Microsoft account and internet access, with the page noting fees may apply for some connected services
Safari
- Only available on Apple hardware (Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch), unlike cross-platform rivals
- Apple states not all features are available on all devices, so capability varies by device within the same ecosystem
Pricing, plan by plan
Microsoft Edge
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft Edge review.
Safari
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Safari review.
Which should you pick?
Questions people ask
- Is Microsoft Edge or Safari better?
- Neither clearly leads. Microsoft Edge starts at Free and Safari at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Microsoft Edge or Safari?
- Microsoft Edge starts at Free and Safari at Free.
- Does Microsoft Edge or Safari run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use Microsoft Edge for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.