Kitsmith / Utilities / Google Chrome
Google’s own Chromium browser, with Gemini AI built into the address bar and sign-in sync across every device.
Our take
The default most people already have muscle memory for — the honest reason to include it in a “best browser for Mac” comparison is completeness, since it’s the incumbent every alternative here gets measured against. Recent updates lean hard into Gemini AI features built directly into the browser, some of which (like auto browse) are gated to paid Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers rather than free for everyone.
- Price
- Free
- License
- Proprietary
- Requires
- macOS 13 or newer (Homebrew cask requirement)
- Get it via
- Homebrew · Direct
- Developer
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Who made this
Also makes Android Studio
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What it does
Gemini in Chrome
A built-in AI assistant that can summarize open tabs, compare products, and answer questions using page context; some features like auto browse need a paid Google AI Pro/Ultra plan.
Extension library
Browser extensions via the Chrome Web Store, for shopping, productivity, and more.
Cross-device sync
Sign in to sync bookmarks, saved passwords, and open tabs across desktop and mobile.
The deal
- Free to download and use
- No subscription or paid tier for the browser itself
Google Chrome — questions people ask
Is Google Chrome free?
Yes, free to download and use, with no paid tier for the browser itself.
Who makes Chrome?
Google.
Does Chrome have built-in AI?
Yes — Gemini in Chrome is built into the browser, though some features like auto browse are limited to Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers in the US.
Is Google Chrome free?
Yes — Google Chrome is free.
Does Google Chrome work alongside a notch app like Alcove?
Yes — Google Chrome lives in the screen, so it runs happily alongside any Dynamic Island hub or notch app.
Where can I download Google Chrome?
Google Chrome is available via Homebrew, Direct.
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Listing hand-verified August 28, 2026 from the developer's site and public sources.
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