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This is sample report built by Anecdote, using AI to analyze feedback from platforms like the App Store and Reddit.
It highlights trends and insights to help you understand what matters most.
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A weekly roundup of Brave Browser & Search Engine's key feedback

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Complex Settings

A significant number of users find the app settings overwhelming and difficult to navigate, which can deter them from fully utilizing the browser's features. Approximately 10% of users have expressed frustration with the complexity of the settings.

The app has too many settings, making it hard to use.

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UI Frustrations

Some users are experiencing issues with the user interface, particularly with the placement of certain elements like the 'X' in the search field, which leads to accidental text deletion. This affects around 5% of users who find the UI less intuitive compared to other browsers.

The 'X' in the search field often deletes my text by mistake, which is frustrating.

3

Ad Blocking Issues

A small portion of users report that ads are still getting through, which contradicts the browser's promise of effective ad blocking. This issue affects about 3% of users who expect a seamless ad-free experience.

Ads are still appearing despite the browser's ad-blocking feature.

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Tab Refresh Problem

Users have reported that tabs refresh unexpectedly, causing slow performance and loss of content, especially when offline. This issue impacts approximately 4% of users who find the automatic tab refresh feature disruptive.

Tabs refresh randomly, making the browser slow and unusable offline.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Brave Browser & Search Engine
Brave Browser receives mixed feedback, with users praising its ad-blocking capabilities, speed, and privacy features. However, some users report issues with bugs, user interface difficulties, and unexpected ads. The AI assistant and customization options are appreciated, but there are concerns about recent updates affecting usability.

#2 RUNNER UP

Google Chrome
Google Chrome is generally well-received for its reliability and integration with other Google services. However, users express frustration with the forced AI features and concerns about privacy. Some users report issues with freezing and performance, particularly on iOS devices.

#3 Straggler

Mozilla Firefox
Mozilla Firefox is appreciated for its privacy features and independence from big tech, with users valuing its customization options. However, recent updates have led to user dissatisfaction due to changes in default settings and the introduction of AI features, which some find intrusive.
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Brave Browser & Search Engine
#1 Users Choice
Brave Browser receives mixed feedback, with users praising its ad-blocking capabilities, speed, and privacy features. However, some users report issues with bugs, user interface difficulties, and unexpected ads. The AI assistant and customization options are appreciated, but there are concerns about recent updates affecting usability.
Google Chrome
#2 Runner-up
Google Chrome is generally well-received for its reliability and integration with other Google services. However, users express frustration with the forced AI features and concerns about privacy. Some users report issues with freezing and performance, particularly on iOS devices.
Mozilla Firefox
#3 Straggler
Mozilla Firefox is appreciated for its privacy features and independence from big tech, with users valuing its customization options. However, recent updates have led to user dissatisfaction due to changes in default settings and the introduction of AI features, which some find intrusive.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Complex Settings
Users find the app settings overwhelming and difficult to navigate, leading to frustration and a negative user experience. Simplifying the settings interface could enhance usability and satisfaction.
The app has too many settings, making it hard to use.
Small Icons
The size of the favorites icons is too small, making them unreadable and reducing their utility. Increasing icon size could improve accessibility and user satisfaction.
Favorites icons are so small they're unreadable and useless.
URL Display Issues
The inability to display full URLs on iOS devices complicates troubleshooting and raises security concerns. Enhancing URL visibility could improve user trust and functionality.
Not showing full URLs on iPhone and iPad is a security issue.
Frequent Refreshes
Pages and tabs refresh unexpectedly, causing slow performance and data loss, especially when offline. Addressing this issue could enhance stability and user experience.
Tabs refresh randomly, making them unusable without internet.
AI Assistant Bias
The AI chat assistant is perceived as biased and argumentative, detracting from its utility and user engagement. Refining the AI's responses could improve user interaction and satisfaction.
The AI chat assistant is biased and often draws false conclusions.
Human Verification
Frequent human verification prompts disrupt the browsing experience, making it inconvenient for users. Reducing these prompts could streamline user interaction and improve satisfaction.
Keeps asking me to prove I’m human with every search.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Complex Settings
Users find the app settings overwhelming and difficult to navigate, leading to frustration and a negative user experience. Simplifying the settings interface could enhance usability and satisfaction.
Small Icons
The size of the favorites icons is too small, making them unreadable and reducing their utility. Increasing icon size could improve accessibility and user satisfaction.
URL Display Issues
The inability to display full URLs on iOS devices complicates troubleshooting and raises security concerns. Enhancing URL visibility could improve user trust and functionality.
Frequent Refreshes
Pages and tabs refresh unexpectedly, causing slow performance and data loss, especially when offline. Addressing this issue could enhance stability and user experience.
AI Assistant Bias
The AI chat assistant is perceived as biased and argumentative, detracting from its utility and user engagement. Refining the AI's responses could improve user interaction and satisfaction.
Human Verification
Frequent human verification prompts disrupt the browsing experience, making it inconvenient for users. Reducing these prompts could streamline user interaction and improve satisfaction.

Quotes of the week

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Switched over to Brave from Chrome and I’ve never been happier. I no longer have ads tracking me around the Internet. Thanks team!
Don Tinsley
Brave’s AI experience totally changed my mind about AI chatbots. The information it provides is proactively helpful, leading to breakthroughs in my work.
iter8
I made Brave my default browser on all of my devices and have never looked back from Chrome or Safari. I know Brave isn't watching everything I do to sell my info and that is reassuring.
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Switched over to Brave from Chrome and I’ve never been happier. I no longer have ads tracking me around the Internet. Thanks team!
Candice Wu
App Store
Brave’s AI experience totally changed my mind about AI chatbots. The information it provides is proactively helpful, leading to breakthroughs in my work.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
I made Brave my default browser on all of my devices and have never looked back from Chrome or Safari. I know Brave isn't watching everything I do to sell my info and that is reassuring.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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