--- description: Review of Microsoft Edge Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Microsoft Edge | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Browser Software](/directory/4416/browser/software) > [Microsoft Edge](/software/399508/microsoft-edge) # Microsoft Edge Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399508/microsoft-edge Page: 1 / 24\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399508/microsoft-edge?page=2) > Microsoft Edge is a browser built for Mircosoft users. Microsoft Edge makes browsing the web effortless by providing users controls over performance, compatibility, and speed. > > Verdict: Rated **4.3/5** by 565 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.3/5** | 565 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - Ad Blocker - Address Bar - App Management - Bookmark Management - Extension Management - Private Browsing - Search Engine - Search History - Tab Management - Tracker Blocking - User Profiles - VPN Software ## Integrations (1 total) - Google Chrome ## Category - [Browser Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4416/browser/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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I'm sure this is a fine product - it's just that the other products that I use have been in use for a while and I just prefer them. > > **Cons**: Due to its incessant attempts to become my default browser, MS Edge feels like that kid who tries to make everyone come to their birthday party -- even if they don't really want to go. > > It's just not something that I'm really excited about. I use it, but only rarely, and only when I'm "forced" into it for some reason. ----- ### "Optimistic about Edge so far" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *11 December 2025* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: it's free. I have not needed customer service. It seems easy to use. Haven't run into any issues with tabs, or extensions. Seems to not take up too much ram. > > **Cons**: I don't like bing, and it defaults to bing. That's really it, otherwise so far, even though i would usually use chrome for web browsing, my new job uses Microsoft. > > So far so good. Haven't run into any major issues. I think it crashed once. But i'm not sure that was the fault of Edge. ----- ### "Simply Can't Compete" — 1.0/5 > **Percival** | *10 July 2025* | Online Media | Recommendation rating: 0.0/10 > > **Pros**: I do like that it offers basic customization, and that it has Bing built in as the default browser, making earning Microsoft Points easier and streamlined. The more modern UI is also appealing. > > **Cons**: It is Internet Explorer dressed up in a tuxedo; it has never and will never have the customization, ease of use, add-on's, security features or the low impact on my PC performance while doing other things that many other browsers are capable of. > > Not something I would recommend to anyone under the age of 45 - younger users will be unimpressed with the lack of versatility. This browser is fine for office work or basic tasks but this is not the application for gamers or streamers. My personal take-away from Edge was that it simply is not meant for me. ----- ### "Microsoft Edge safely retains login info" — 5.0/5 > **RJ** | *15 January 2026* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Microsoft Edge is my primary browser because it retains my logins and other info safely and securely. > > **Cons**: The presence of features like Microsoft Shopping and the text selection menu can disrupt workflow and make simple tasks more complicated ----- ### "Edge is reliable" — 4.0/5 > **Anonymous User** | *12 November 2025* | Entertainment | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like how little ram and computer resources it uses compared to major competitors and it holds up to modern standards. > > **Cons**: Generally speaking, it's a good browser but if I had to nitpick I'd say the button placement on the browser itself, the bars and where everything is located. > > This browser has provided a good overall experience for leisure and work and I don't see myself using another one for the foreseeable future. ----- Page: 1 / 24\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399508/microsoft-edge?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399508/microsoft-edge) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data