Avant Browser

About

Avant Browser is a free, proprietary web browser developed in China, accessible via its official website, https://www.avantbrowser.com/. Known for its user-friendly interface and consistent upgrades, it aims to enhance browsing clarity and efficiency. Emerging as an early alternative to browsers like Internet Explorer, AOL, and Netscape, it was a popular choice in the mid-2000s. Its comprehensive product portfolio includes core features such as private browsing, online bookmarks, an integrated form filler, and a popup blocker. Unique capabilities include gesture support, multi-language options, and notably, its 'Multi Engine' or 'Tri-engine' support, allowing it to render pages using IE, Firefox, and Chrome engines, although some users have reported functionality issues with the IE engine. The browser also offered advanced features like split views and session management, and in its earlier days, a navigation bar button to toggle images. While it supported Firefox add-ons, it did not fully embrace the extension bandwagon like Chrome. Primarily available on Windows, the last version to support Windows XP was released in March 2017. Despite its historical significance and innovative features, recent reviews suggest its design and user interface are now considered dated, positioning it as a browser from a former computing era in a market dominated by modern competitors like Firefox and Chrome. The company maintains a social media presence on platforms like Facebook.