Floorp Browser from Japan

Has anyone tried this Firefox-based browser developed in Japan? I just recently installed the available Flatpak in Linux openSUSE, and it's running fine so far. The Compact toolbar option is available, and I've also installed the uBlockO Addon.

Github Floorp project repository:

https://github.com/Floorp-Projects


Official Site:

https://floorp.app/

They offer download versions for: Windows, macOS, Linux and a Portable version

 

Trying it now... So far, so good.

 

I'm impressed with the responsiveness and stability of this browser so far. It does have an almost overwhelming number of Tabs options, so as @stapp mentions, it can be tricky to set up, but I guess this could appeal to some power users who want a specific look to their browser interface. I just prefer the classic tabs in one row on top look. I love that it offers the Compact toolbar option that Firefox dropped some time ago.

EDIT

I actually stumbled upon this browser when perusing openSUSE's Discover Package manager:

 

Thanks. Looks great, with a vertical toolbar and status bar, too.

 

You're welcome! This browser has a completely polished and professional look and feel to it.

 

a young project, but neither nor a recommendation. a niche browser with no additional benefits except forced extensions. and it is not able to run in sandboxie, it crashes, while firefox 102 esr do not crash. enough to stop a test and not to investigate about more flaws.

 

I have been running it in Sandboxie-Plus 1.9.8. Seems fine. Had to use custom template.

 

A couple of extensions are included in the installation, but they are not forced, rather included, and they are easily disabled or removed. Still using it to this day, and it continues to be ultra stable and responsive.

 

wat0114--I'm trying this--it's smoking fast! Also, and this is personal taste, it's interestingly configured out of the box--reminds me of the Opera browser. Also, its folders are in AppData/Roaming and Local and in total, has a much smaller footprint than Firefox.

Enabled uBlock Origin right away--its already installed but needed configuring. SmartScreen objected but a Quick Scan was fine.

I like this so far. I'll keep demoing it but thanks a lot for making it available.

 

Glad you like it, plat Hopefully it continues to provide a positive user experience for you. The blazing speed is one of the first things I noticed about it.

 

they are forced installed, that is quiet understandable, or? i dont have any choice.
ublock is disabled, the two other enabled. i dont get why private builds have to be bundled with crap i dont want instead let user to chose. i have seen so many private builds coming and going...

 

v11.1.2 Released August 14, 2023

 

I am going to have to try this browser out. Thank you!

 

Hi Trooper,

this is still my default browser on MX-23 Linux, customized with both a userChrome.css file and by using the customization options included in the browser. I have tabs customized with squared corners and top of active tab highlighted in a kind of neon blue color, compact toolbar is available in Floorp and being used, and the bookmarks toolbar is at the bottom, )task manager is auto-hidden).

 

Looks good. This is based on Firefox right? What are some of the advantages?

 

yes a Firefox fork.

Browser and tab bar appearance can be customized, horizontal, vertical or tree style tab bar, dual theme, rounded corners of web pages, compact toolbar density available, bookmarks bar or toolbar can be placed at the bottom. So many options, almost too much to choose from. It's also privacy-focused out of the box, and browsing speed is very fast, seemingly faster than even Firefox, and I've never yet experienced stability issues.

 

Can you link me to some of the customizations please? Assume you can install extensions right?

 

yes you can install extensions. I have only uBO installed. The best I can find for you is a TikTok video review of it. I'd suggest watch it full screen. It's a pretty good rundown of the browser and its features.

https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoaptech/video/7232254185729805595

 

How does Floorp compare to LibreWolf since it's privacy-focused to?

 

as far i read floorp 11 is based on firefox 115 ESR. so its fixed to this features state.

 

I'm not too sure how they compare. Librewolf might have a few more privacy/security features enabled, I guess. I used Librewolf for a short time a while back, but ended up removing it I think for being a bit sluggish or some sort of performance issues I encountered with it.

 

Thanks wat0114! I appreciate that!

 

You're welcome!

 

And what about Waterfox, why would you prefer Floorp?