CNET Editors' review
Popular security software developer Comodo has developed a Chrome remix said to have higher security features than its predecessors. Comodo Dragon is an aesthetically minimalist browser that is attractive, responsive, and secure.
Apart from the red hue, the Chromium-based browser's interface is identical to that of market contender Google Chrome. From the detachable tabs at the top of the screen to the bookmark-syncing option, it is impossible to instantly recognize where the "remix" takes place. The Help tab even redirects you to Google Chrome's Help page and the Extensions tab redirects you to Google as well. It also keeps Chrome's incognito mode option, where all browsing information and cookies are deleted following the user's Web session. Upon poking around the Options menu, there are a couple of visible differences: there are no location settings and Dragon does not present an option to send "usage statistics and crash reports to Google."
A browser developed by a company that is best known for its firewall software can leave people feeling more secure about their Internet usage. Comodo Dragon will pull up a bright-yellow caution message warning people that sending information may be unsafe when they are entering a Web site with an unstable security certificate. One such message pops up even when logging into large sites like Facebook. Also, Dragon does not send browsing information to a remote server.
Based on simple timer tests run on Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3, the average cold start-up time was 4.53 seconds, warm start-up was 0.92s, and navigation time from nytimes.com to facebook.com was 0.87s. Comodo Dragon proves to have slightly faster page-loading speed than Google Chrome 5.0.375.70, which had results of 5.71s, 1.27s, and 1.23s, respectively. However, in Sunspider JavaScript benchmark testing, Comodo Dragon received an average score of 929.6 milliseconds, whereas Google got 734ms. Based on these results, Google may have faster JavaScript performance than Comodo.
Dragon is not only fast, but like Google Chrome, it is not strewn with numerous icons, leaving more room for Web viewing. For those who are extra cautious about their online security, or for those who are worried about Google's data-mining, this fast browser is a great choice.
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Publisher's Description
From Comodo:
Comodo Dragon is a versatile technology Browser that offers you all the possible features PLUS the unparalleled level of security and privacy you only get from Comodo. With faster start-up times, rapid graphics rendering and improved page load speed, the latest version of Dragon is full of major performance improvements you'll notice instantly. Dragon provides uninterrupted browsing when there is a crash in the plug-in, just refresh the page. Dragon's window is streamlined, clean, and simple. Its combined search and address bar makes it easy to search and navigate the web, all from one box. It allows an access to an on-line marketplace where you can discover thousands of apps, extensions, and themes for your Dragon. It has improved Privacy, Easy SSL Certificate Identification, and Access to Comodo's own Secured DNS servers, No Usage Tracking, Own built-in Updater, and Elegant Integration with your Windows anti-virus software. Integrated tools from Comodo Dragon allow you to share everything you find on the web with your friends, in multiple Social Platforms. Whichever your preferred social network, Dragon can help you spread the word.
What's new in this version: Version 31.1.0 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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"Absolute crap"
Version: Comodo Dragon 17.4
Pros
Used to be fast and stable
Cons
Pictures don't get displayed, constantly hangs, no security at all, you;d expect better coming from Comodo, i highly recommend just using google chrome. Strangely this browser is build on google chrome, what a piece of *$*(#.
Summary
If you have it, delete it, don't waste your time.
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"the best i have ever used."
Version: Comodo Dragon 30.0
Pros
fast, secure, clean, simple.
Cons
none that i have found so far.
Summary
i would recommend this browser to everyone, i am using it now.
it is what chrome should have been. -
"sneaky adware."
Version: Comodo Dragon 30.0
Pros
none none none
Cons
1. without your permission it installs four other programs. Loud Bells Go Off Once the program is installed when you open the program. And it installs a Sandbox in the upper left hand corner of your computer.
2. while checking for virus's if you click turn off computer and as it's running an option by Comodo and walk away believing your computer will shut off, all that happens is your screen goes black and it kills your ( restart ) I had to unplug the computer.
3. Doing a ( uninstall ) is Comodo directs you to their website wanting an explanation. Trying to get back back to the Control Panel Comodo locked up my new HP Touch Computer. Once ( uninstalled ) my ( Restart Computer ) was non functional.
4. Comodo adds so many plugins that you can't get it all out.Summary
I had to do a ( Restore ) to make my computer fully functional again. I took three hours to repair using different programs to clean up Comodo Dragon. Use Glary Utilities 4 found here in Cnet and you will be very happy. Every tool you need to repair your computer is found in it. Cnet gives Comodo Dragon 5 starts. I give it 0.
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"Excellent browser!"
Version: Comodo Dragon 29.1
Pros
It's based on the Chrome browser with added security features.
Cons
It crashes occasionally, but then, so do other browsers.
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"it seems to work better than other broswers"
Version: Comodo Dragon 29.1
Pros
loads faster, blocks threats, easy to to find what I need to find
Cons
ever so often if my pc shuts down and I dont have time to close it out, I have to remove it and re downllaload it
Summary
I love comonda, its the main one I use, I have other broswers as back up broswers but very seldom have to use them
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"PERFECT!!!"
Version: Comodo Dragon 29.1
Pros
- No lags on any webpages.
- very smooth performance on video preview, online gaming, flash related apps.
- stylish design too.Cons
- Nothing so far.
Summary
Go get this super powerful browser ! It is the better choice to those who would like to move away from common browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox etc
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"I feel like I'm cheating.."
Version: Comodo Dragon 28.1
Pros
Fast, Secure, Say no to Google
Cons
Still nervous that Chrome is related to Google
Summary
I have been using Firefox since early beta, so at least 10 years now. I tried Chrome for a while but knew it was tied in too much to Google which I did not care for.
I was having problems with my computer only when browsing with the latest version of Firefox and a new Windows install.In the midst of my troubleshooting I found Comodo Dragon.
Yes, it is wonderful enough for me to leave Firefox for! It is so fast and it has the extensions that I use available.
I tried Comodo's Ice Dragon which is their version of Firefox and I still do not like it as much as this one.
I am actually enjoying the internet much more now! -
"Better than Chrome"
Version: Comodo Dragon 28.1
Pros
It works very great
Cons
You cannot resize omnibox extensions bar
Summary
Very good chrome browser
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"Can be the best secure alternative to other browsers!"
Version: Comodo Dragon 28.1
Pros
Quick startup, secure, private, the cool thing that has feature called "Virtual mode" which allow you to switch the browser as it is running on a sandbox.
Cons
Slow redirecting to some domains.
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"New king of the Internet"
Version: Comodo Dragon 28.1
Pros
- Fast and secure browsing
- Effective options
- Fast for social networking websites
- Quick loading the flash gamesCons
Some time it takes time to load pages, especially when u havn't any page from some time. Heavy on system but not showing because different pages will be treated like different processes.
Summary
Good all rounder. You will start loving your internet browsing habit.
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