Browser Crypto Mining in 2025: Still Worth It?

Key takeaways

• After the shutdown of Coinhive in 2019, browser mining has made a comeback with new tools like CryptoTab Browser, Pi Network and YouHolder.
• Mining with a browser can cost more in electricity than the crypto earned, especially for users with mid-range devices.
• Despite being less energy-intensive than ASIC farms, browser mining still adds up in terms of cumulative power draw and puts a strain on your device’s hardware.
• Browser mining is evolving with the help of WebAssembly (Wasm), improving script efficiency and creating a smoother user…