Samsung Internet

Samsung Internet is a free web browser for Android phones and tablets and Windows PCs, using Chromium as its browser engine. It supports continuing browsing between devices when both use the same Samsung Account; Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the Continue apps on other devices setting are also required for that handoff. On select devices running Android 14 with One UI 6.1 or higher, Browsing Assist can summarize and translate webpages and read selected text aloud. These Galaxy AI features may need a network connection and Samsung Account, and availability varies by language, region, operating system, and device. Video Assistant offers full-screen or pop-up playback with touch controls for brightness and volume on Android, depending on the webpage. Users can move the menu and URL bar, rearrange the Customize menu, and add up to seven features to the toolbar. Quick access displays favorite-site shortcuts at launch. Secret Mode clears cookies and browsing history after its tabs close, while saved items remain available only in that mode. The browser includes Smart Anti-Tracking and a Privacy Dashboard. PC supports content blockers; Android ad blocking requires a compatible third-party app.

Samsung Internet offers a free browser across Android and Windows, with customizable controls, privacy features, and optional Galaxy AI tools. Check device eligibility and setup requirements if AI features or cross-device continuation matter to you.

It suits people browsing on Android phones or tablets and Windows PCs, especially those who want cross-device continuity. Galaxy AI browsing tools are relevant only to users of supported devices and software.

Samsung Internet is a free Chromium-based browser for Android and Windows, with mobile add-ons and controls that can be rearranged around your habits. It suits Galaxy users who want privacy tools and cross-device continuation; its strongest extras, including Galaxy AI, depend on device and setup requirements.

Overview

The browser combines familiar web access with unusually flexible controls: users can reposition the URL bar and menu, reshape the Customize menu, and put up to seven features on the toolbar. Quick access puts favorite-site shortcuts on launch. These choices make the interface adaptable, though the browser’s clearest advantages are tied to Android and Samsung’s ecosystem rather than a uniform experience across every platform.

Key features

Privacy and security

Secret Mode removes cookies and browsing history once all its tabs are closed, while saved items stay accessible only inside Secret Mode. A Privacy Dashboard surfaces blocked trackers, privacy protections, and browsing security settings. Smart Anti-Tracking is built in on Android, and biometric web sign-in can use fingerprint or iris verification on supported devices; sign-in requires accepting Samsung Account and Samsung Pass terms.

Ad blocking is less seamless. Samsung Internet has content-blocker support on PC, but Android users must install a compatible third-party app. Galaxy Store add-ons also include translation, security, shopping assistants, and ad blockers. That flexibility is useful, but users seeking built-in Android ad blocking should look elsewhere.

Video and Galaxy AI

On Android, Video Assistant can offer full-screen or pop-up playback and touch controls for brightness and volume, depending on the webpage. Browsing Assist can summarize or translate webpages and read selected text aloud, but it is limited to select devices running Android 14 with One UI 6.1 or higher. Galaxy AI features may require a network connection and Samsung Account, and availability varies by language, region, operating system, and device. Samsung says basic Galaxy AI features are free.

Cross-device use

Users can sync with the same Samsung Account on both devices. Continuing browsing between devices additionally requires Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the “Continue apps on other devices” setting. That can help people moving between a Samsung phone or tablet and a Windows PC, but it is not a one-step feature independent of device settings.

Pricing

Samsung Browser costs nothing. There is no free trial, paid tier, stated usage cap, or seat limit; the free plan is the product’s sole listed plan. It is a straightforward choice for readers who want a no-cost browser, though Android ad blocking requires a separate compatible app rather than being included as a built-in capability.

Platforms

Samsung Internet is available for Android phones and tablets, Windows PCs, and as an extension. Its browser engine is Chromium. Samsung says Galaxy hardware optimization can extend battery life while browsing on Galaxy devices, a benefit aimed at Samsung hardware rather than a general promise for other devices.

Who it's for

Galaxy owners are the natural audience: they can make use of Galaxy AI on supported devices, Samsung’s biometric sign-in, and continuation between devices when they meet the account and connection requirements. Android users who value interface customization and separate privacy controls also have reason to consider it. It is a less compelling fit for someone who wants built-in Android ad blocking or expects AI features on any Android phone.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Flexible menu, URL bar, and toolbar placement lets users tailor the browser interface.
• Pros: Secret Mode and the Privacy Dashboard provide concrete controls for private browsing and tracker visibility.
• Pros: Optional video controls and Galaxy AI tools add useful capabilities on supported Android devices.
• Cons: Android ad blocking depends on installing a compatible third-party app.
• Cons: Galaxy AI and cross-device continuation require eligible devices or additional account, connection, and setting prerequisites.

Alternatives

Google Chrome is a free alternative across Android, iOS, desktop platforms, and web, so it is a better fit when broad platform coverage matters more than Samsung-specific controls. Microsoft Edge is also free and covers Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows, and web, making it another option for readers seeking a browser across a wider range of systems.

UC Browser may suit readers who want its stated 20GB free cloud storage, ad blocking, video playback and downloads, and AI translation. Bare Browser is an Android-only open-source option, but it is currently alpha, requires Android 10+ and ARM 64-bit or 32-bit, and its Google Play and F-Droid releases are marked coming soon.

Ecosia Browser is a free alternative for readers seeking desktop and mobile browser access across Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Maxthon is worth considering if its browser is a better fit, though video downloads are limited for logged-in users and Super Bookmarks require VIP. Mozilla Firefox is a free, open-source choice spanning Android, iOS, desktop platforms, and web.

Verdict

Choose Samsung Internet if you use Galaxy devices and want a free browser with adaptable controls, privacy features, and optional AI and cross-device tools. Its Samsung-focused extras are the main reason to pick it; if built-in Android ad blocking or fewer ecosystem prerequisites matter more, another browser is the better choice.