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Users consistently praise the fast performance and ease of use of Safari, particularly within the Apple ecosystem, where it seamlessly syncs bookmarks and tabs across devices. Many appreciate its clean interface and strong privacy features, making it a reliable choice for Apple users. However, a common limitation is its lack of cross-platform support, which can hinder usability for those who use non-Apple devices.

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David B.
DB
Co-Founder &amp; CEO
Management Consulting
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Clean, fast, and effortlessly web browsing."
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

What I like most about Apple Safari is its ease of use. The interface is clean, intuitive, and doesn’t overwhelm you with unnecessary clutter. It’s very easy to navigate, whether you’re browsing, researching, or managing multiple tabs. Because it’s already built into macOS and iOS, the ease of implementation is excellent; there’s nothing to install or configure, you simply open it and start using it.

Another strength is the ease of integration with the wider Apple ecosystem. If you use a MacBook, iPhone, or iPad, Safari syncs bookmarks, passwords, tabs, and browsing history automatically via iCloud, making it effortless to move between devices. I use Safari daily, so my usage is very high, both for business tasks and personal browsing.

Safari offers everything most users need, including strong privacy protection, built-in tracking prevention, reader mode, password management, and useful extensions. It’s also well optimised for Apple hardware, which means it’s fast and energy efficient.

Apple’s wider support means customer support is always accessible through Apple Support, documentation, or the Apple community if you ever need guidance. Overall, it’s a reliable, well-integrated browser that simply works and fits perfectly into my work and personal life. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

One of the things I find slightly frustrating with Apple Safari is the limited support for certain browser extensions and web tools compared to browsers like Chrome. While Safari does a great job for everyday browsing, some specialist business tools, plugins, and web applications are clearly designed with Chrome in mind first, ie Chrome Plug-ins. That occasionally means you have to switch browsers to access a feature or extension that simply isn’t available on Safari.

I also find that some websites don’t always behave exactly as expected in Safari. It’s not common, but every now and then you’ll come across a platform where a feature doesn’t load properly or a page behaves slightly differently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
UC
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Smooth, Clean Browsing with Better Performance"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

I really like Apple Safari for its clean and minimal UI and also for its ease of implementation, which makes browsing feel smooth and distraction-free in my everyday use. It’s very fast and optimized for battery efficiency, which helps me work longer without worrying about performance. I also find features like built-in privacy protections very useful, as they make my workflow more secure & convenient and secure without needing any other extra tools. It also integrates effortlessly with the Apple ecosystem, though I haven’t needed much customer support due to its reliability and simplicity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

I don’t really have anything to dislike about Safari overall, but I do find it can feel a bit limited when it comes to extension support compared to other browsers, which reduces my flexibility while I’m working. I also think Safari could offer stronger customization options so users have more control over the interface and the overall browsing experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

eric f.
EF
Professor, Designer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Probably More Secure Than Chrome and Runs Smoothly on Apple Computers"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

seems a bit more secure than chrome. runs better on apple computers Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

some of the basic developer tools are not a well organized as chrome. However, the user agents are probably better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mark B.
MB
Owner
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Secure, Private Browsing Seamlessly Integrated with Apple"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

Secure and private browser that is fully integrated into the Apple operating system, so it functions seamlessly. I use it every day. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

Occasionally, Safari is not fully supported by some vendors and websites. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
UN
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Seamless Handoff Integration Makes Safari a Core Apple Tool"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

I appreciate how Apple has seamlessly integrated Handoff across applications and hardware, like my phone or iPad, Safari is an integral tool in that Apple toolbox. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

My only issue with Safari is that it struggles to fully run some virtual environments, like Google Meet or Microsoft Teams. Often, I can connect, but my AirPods are unavailable for audio, so I have to use Chrome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AG
Cloud Security Engineer
Hospital & Health Care
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Window Profiles Make Managing Multiple Accounts Seamless"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

The new window profiles. This allows me to keep multiple accounts separate from my normal account, privileged account, and local accounts on several tools including SaaS tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

When moving windows between screens it is overly agressive on snapping it to another window and changes the profile it is using. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adolfo M.
AM
Entrepreneur
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Safe, User-Friendly, and Highly Secure with Custom Controls"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

It’s safe and user friendly. Very secured and you can control the level of security. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

It can bug depending on the device used and can sometimes have issues opening certain sites. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Yarimar M.
YM
Sales Representative
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great for Apple Ecosystem, But Lacks Cross-Platform Support"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

Syncs bookmarks, history, passwords, and open tabs across all your Apple devices via iCloud.

Tab Groups, save and organize groups of tabs for different purposes, which can be synced and shared across devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

A limited and sometimes buggy extension ecosystem, performance issues like lag and high battery consumption on heavy workloads Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

RajKumar A.
RA
Customer Success Director (Amazon, Walmart Advertising) - Retail Media Management
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Excellent Secure Browser for Mac Users"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

This is a good browser for Mac and so secured. I am loving it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

It should be much user friendly with more tutorials on it to switch from traditional browsers like google chrome Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Music
UM
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Apple is great for Music Teachers"
What do you like best about Apple Safari?

Out of all of the things that I like about Apple, I suppose that my favorite thing is the ease of all of the music software. As a music teacher, there are various programs that I use in the implementation to write, edit, and create music, especially with my students. I believe that Apple outdoes the PC market by a long shot in this department. I have yet to experience a crash in this particular program that Apple makes. The few times I have needed customer support, they were easy to reach and quite helpful. Integrating Safari into my daily routine is easy, and I tend to use it almost daily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apple Safari?

Apple Safari has been extremely beneficial, and I fail to see a flaw in the way it is made and operates. History is easily accessible, tabs can be made at the top for easy navigating, and it is quite speedy. I believe that there really isn't an element that I dislike about it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Ronald L.
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Ronald Lanton
Last activity over 4 years ago

Why is safari not available on other platforms?

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Noel Qvandt
Last activity over 4 years ago

Do you also experience getting kicked out and safari sometimes “crash”?

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