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Which Chromium-based runtime is best for Windows 11?
Many Windows 11 apps run on Chromium-based versions, such as WebView2, CEF, browsers, game launchers, Discord and Spotify. Which one do you think is the best?
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Microsoft Edge is a solid choice if you're looking for a fast, clean, and integrated experience with Windows 11.
If your app is mostly a wrapper for a web app and you want it to feel like a native part of Windows 11, WebView2 is the ideal choice. It's already built into the OS, resulting in a tiny app size and fast startup times. However, be aware that this path has trade-offs; for example, apps like WhatsApp have faced criticism for higher memory usage and less reliable notifications after switching to WebView2.。
For Windows 11, we recommend using the built-in Microsoft Edge WebView2 as your first choice, as it is natively integrated, uses fewer system resources, and is officially maintained by Microsoft.
