Tell HN: Firefox Is an awesome browser right now

Article summary

The author had trouble loading Gmail in Chrome and switched to Firefox, which loaded the site quickly and allowed easy import of passwords, bookmarks, and history from Chrome. The author was impressed with Firefox's speed, customizability, and thriving extensions ecosystem. Firefox's ability to import data from Chrome and its performance have won over the author. The author is looking for recommendations on other cool features and extensions.

Main themes

• Firefox performance and features
• Browser comparison
• uBlock Origin support
• Android vs iOS browsing
• Multi-Account Containers and profiles
• Browser customization and management

What commenters say

• Firefox on Android is a great browser with good performance and features like uBlock Origin support.
• The availability of uBlock Origin on Firefox for Android is a major advantage over iOS, where it is not available due to Apple's policies.
• Some users find Firefox on Android to be slower than other browsers like Chrome or Kiwi.
• The inability to use Firefox with its own engine on iOS is a significant limitation due to Apple's strict browser policies.
• Multi-Account Containers in Firefox can be used to compartmentalize browsing sessions, but some users prefer separate profiles for different use cases.
• Firefox's download manager and customization options are major advantages for some users.
• The lack of support for profile switching in Firefox is a significant drawback for users who need to manage multiple accounts or use cases.
• Some users prefer Brave or Vivaldi over Firefox due to their own set of features and performance characteristics.