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Keyboard-driven, Lisp-extensible browser that is open and free
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qutebrowser
Keyboard-driven, vim-like browser that is free software under the GPL
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About qutebrowser
qutebrowser is a keyboard-focused web browser with a minimal GUI, based on Python and Qt, designed for vim-like operation with modes, keybindings and a command line. Inspired by dwb and Vimperator, it is free software licensed under the GPL and is maintained with funding from donations.
qutebrowser website preview
Live preview of qutebrowser.org via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
qutebrowser: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers web browser, open source, keyboard driven, vim — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
- Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.
Things to check
- Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
- Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
- It is one of 1194 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.
Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.
qutebrowser pricing
| Pricing model | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
|---|---|
| Free access | Yes — fully free |
| Current plan prices | Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale. |
| Official site | qutebrowser.org |
qutebrowser key facts
- Category: Utilities & Security
- Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
- Focus areas: web browser, open source, keyboard driven, vim
- Official site: qutebrowser.org
qutebrowser FAQ
How much does qutebrowser cost?
Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (qutebrowser.org).
What is qutebrowser used for?
Keyboard-driven, vim-like browser that is free software under the GPL Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: web browser, open source, keyboard driven, vim.
Where can I try qutebrowser?
On its official site, qutebrowser.org — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
qutebrowser vs alternatives
| qutebrowser | Nyxt | Basilisk | Falkon | |
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| Pricing | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
| Focus areas | web browser, open source, keyboard driven, vim | web browser, open source, keyboard driven, lisp | web browser, open source, xul, classic interface | web browser, open source, kde, lightweight |
| Official site | qutebrowser.org | nyxt.atlas.engineer | basilisk-browser.org | falkon.org |
| Directory status | Listed | Listed | Listed | Listed |
Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.
About the Utilities & Security category
Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 1194 tools. Alongside qutebrowser, it includes Nyxt, Ladybird, Midori Browser, Maxthon.
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