Microsoft Edge may not have the highest market share when it comes to web browsers. However, it has been growing steadily since Microsoft introduced it in 2020. This Chromium-based web browser is now being shipped with Microsoft Windows 11 and offers many (often too many) features.

Here are some Microsoft Edge browser statistics that you may want to know about. We will start with some general ideas before going into the specifics.

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General Statistics and Facts about Microsoft Edge

Here are some interesting things about Microsoft Edge you should know.

Though the current form of Microsoft Edge was released in 2020, Microsoft released the first version of Microsoft Edge in 2015.
Its release was accompanied by the release of Windows 10 OS and the Xbox One console. Microsoft Edge essentially replaced Internet Explorer, which was the default web browser for decades.
The earlier version of Microsoft Edge used the proprietary EdgeHTML rendering engine. However, it started using the Chromium engine in 2020 and was made available for macOS and Linux.
As of today, Microsoft Edge is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. It is marketed as a privacy-focused browser that can prevent tracking and comes with a built-in VPN.

General Statistics and Facts about Microsoft Edge Browser

The transition from EdgeHTML to Blink (Chromium) has been influential in the popularity of Microsoft Edge. In doing so, Edge became several times better than the infamous Internet Explorer.
Competing with other browsers in the market, Microsoft Edge packs many in-demand features such as vertical tabs, sleeping tabs, QR code sharing, collections, password monitoring, and Copilot.
Because Microsoft Edge is based on the Chromium engine, users can install Chrome extensions on this browser. It has been a positive factor for adoption.
Unlike Chrome and Safari, Microsoft Edge ships with built-in support for Split Screen browsing, which allows a user to load two different webpages side by side.
Microsoft Edge also ships with a PDF editor, which is powerful enough to replace third-party ones. It also makes the browser a favorite option among productivity enthusiasts.
Microsoft has also built a Read Aloud function into the Edge browser. It allows users to listen to the content of a webpage.

Global Browser Market Share Highlights

Google Chrome dominates the global browser landscape with a massive 68.38% market share, making it the most widely used browser by far.
Apple’s Safari holds the second position with a 17.09% share, driven largely by macOS and iOS users.
Microsoft Edge follows at 4.92%, showing steady adoption, particularly on Windows platforms.
Mozilla Firefox maintains a presence with a 2.46% market share, appealing to users who prioritize open-source and privacy.
Samsung Internet browser accounts for 2.23% of the total, reflecting its popularity among Samsung mobile users.
Opera captures 2.01% of the market, known for its data-saving features and built-in VPN.
Other browsers collectively make up 2.91%, indicating minor usage compared to the major players.

Edge Browser Market Share Statistics

How does Edge perform in the web browser market? Here are some pointers.

As of February 2025, Microsoft Edge has a global browser market share of 5.33%, thus achieving the third spot in the race.
Chrome and Safari have market shares of 66.3% and 17.99%, respectively, bagging the first and second spots. However, both these browsers have been in the market for a longer time than Edge has.
When we focus on desktop devices, the market share of Microsoft Edge increases to 13.9%, which is impressive. This means that Edge has surpassed Safari as the second most popular desktop browser.
It must be noted that Chrome and Safari are the default options on Android and iOS (and macOS, iPadOS), respectively. On the other hand, Microsoft Edge is the default option only on Windows PCs.
According to market research, 292 million people across the world use Microsoft Edge as their go-to browser. It is unclear whether they have other browsers installed.

Microsoft Edge shows better performance in North America and Europe than in other regions. This preference change could be attributed to its focus on privacy, among other factors.
While the market share of Chrome and Safari has remained steady, Microsoft Edge has witnessed a whopping increase of 1.45% to 5.2% market share within a 10-year span.
Edge probably has the lowest market share when it comes to the mobile segment. A minimal market share of 0.47% indicates a concerning lack of adoption.
Compared to other web browsers, Microsoft Edge is new to the market, especially considering that the full (Chromium) version was released in 2020.
Despite its current stronghold in the desktop segment, it needs to be seen whether Edge can overtake Safari to grab the second spot.

Chrome vs. Edge: Website Loading Speed Comparison

Google Chrome loaded Wikipedia in 395 ms, faster than Microsoft Edge, which took 434 ms.
On YouTube, Edge had a slight edge with 1.50 s compared to Chrome’s 1.59 s load time.
BBC News loaded in 3.12 s on Chrome versus 2.94 s on Edge, showing better speed for Edge here.
Pinterest loaded faster on Chrome at 2.09 s, while Edge took 2.89 s.
Average performance: Chrome leads with 1.80 s, slightly outperforming Edge’s 1.94 s in overall speed.

Edge Browser Usage Statistics

Who is using the Edge browser, and how do they do it? Here are some insights.

Microsoft claims that the Sleeping Tabs feature on Microsoft Edge has resulted in saving 7 trillion MB of PC memory by suspending tabs not in use.
Since Microsoft has integrated Copilot Chat into the browser, the number of Copilot Chat instances has also increased.

One reason for Microsoft Edge’s popularity is its minimal resource consumption, using only 23.3% of CPU resources, whereas Chrome is in the 45% range.
Despite being the default web browser on Windows, Microsoft Edge is often used as a way to get a different browser, like Chrome.
The PDF editor built into Edge has become quite popular among students and professionals, as it lets them avoid a (paid) third-party app.

Browser Power Consumption Comparison (Lower is Better)

Microsoft Edge is the most energy-efficient browser with an average power consumption of 465.24 mW, making it ideal for battery-conscious users.
Google Chrome has the highest power consumption among the three at 719.72 mW, indicating heavier resource usage.
Mozilla Firefox consumes 493.50 mW, placing it between Edge and Chrome in terms of energy efficiency.

Microsoft Edge Financial Statistics

Now, do these improvements help Edge monetarily? Let’s see:

Advertising revenue has been on steady growth for Microsoft Edge, indicating a 21% year-to-year growth between Q2 2024 and Q2 2025.
According to reports, the annual advertising income from Microsoft Edge is around $13-$14 billion, which indicates the high amount of traffic that Bing receives.
In FY25, Microsoft dedicated a considerable amount of its resources to building better infrastructure for Edge, especially its integration with Bing.
Dividends that Microsoft investors received from the company in Q2 FY25 amounted to $9.7 billion, indicating the leading growth again.
Overall, statistics indicate that Microsoft Edge has had successful growth in the past years and that Microsoft is investing more in the browser.

Wrapping Up

As we have seen from different aspects of the browser, Microsoft Edge has been a success story so far. The same story should continue, given that Microsoft is not backing down. This means Safari and Chrome are to face tougher competition, especially in the mobile segment.

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