Comparison

Opera Browser with VPN vs Orion Browser by Kagi

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Opera Browser with VPN

A fast, private, and secure web browser with a built-in VPN and ad blocker. It offers data saving features, seamless syncing across devices, and AI integration for smarter searching. Customize your browsing experience with unique designs and one-hand controls.

Highlights
  • Built-in VPN with no-logs policy
  • Enhanced native ad blocker
  • Data Saver for mobile data compression
  • Seamless tab and bookmark syncing
  • Integrated AI for smarter searching
  • Customizable interface and wallpapers
  • One-hand browsing design
Features
Currently charting
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Fast, safe and private, Opera is a beautifully-designed web browser with a Red Dot Award-winning interface. Loved by millions worldwide, Opera is built for people on the go, delivering lightning-fast browsing with powerful privacy tools. The All-New Opera One for iOS Experience a browser that moves with you, with a sleek bottom search bar for effortless thumb-driven browsing. Enjoy a more immersive full-screen experience and fluid navigation with intuitive, smooth-swipe gestures. Ad-Free Browsing with an Enhanced Native Ad Blocker Say goodbye to distractions and hello to faster page loading. Opera’s built-in Ad Blocker removes intrusive ads and pop-ups automatically, helping pages load faster and making browsing smoother and cleaner. Built-in VPN Enjoy enhanced privacy. Opera’s built-in VPN encrypts your browsing traffic and masks your location with a strict no-logs policy. No subscriptions, logins, or extra extensions required. Just turn it on with a single tap to shield your personal data on any network. NEW! Data Saver Opera can save your mobile data by compressing images and text on the pages you visit. The page is compressed on Opera’s servers before it reaches your device, helping you make the most of your data plan and browse faster on slow or unreliable networks. Sync Stop leaving your tabs behind. Whether you’re stepping out for coffee or switching to the couch, Opera makes life easy. Sync your mobile and desktop browsers to access your open tabs, bookmarks, and speed dials instantly. Pick up exactly where you left off, no searching, no re-typing, just seamless browsing. Meet Opera AI Discover a smarter way to explore the web with Opera AI, seamlessly integrated into your browsing experience. You can now search with AI directly from the address bar, making it easier than ever to ask questions, explore topics, and find information instantly while browsing. Your Browser, Your Design Customize your browser with beautiful wallpapers or upload your own images to match your style. Whether you prefer minimal, colorful, or personal designs, Opera lets you shape your browsing environment exactly the way you like it. Designed for One-Hand Browsing Choose between sleek Bottom Navigation or the Fast Action Button (FAB) for total control of your browsing experience. Swipe gestures make it easy to switch tabs, reload pages, share links, or return to recent tabs. All with one hand. ABOUT OPERA Founded in 1995 in Norway on the idea that everyone should have fast access to the web, we have spent the last 30+ years helping millions browse in a safe, private, and innovative way. We care about the internet, about open standards, and about people. By downloading this application, you are agreeing to the End User Licence Agreement at https://www.opera.com/eula/mobile. Also, you can learn how Opera handles and protects your data in our Privacy Statement at https://www.opera.com/privacy

About

Orion Browser by Kagi

Experience a fast and private web browsing experience on your iPhone and iPad. This browser blocks ads and trackers by default, ensuring your online activity remains confidential. It's designed with a strong focus on user privacy, preventing personal information from leaving the app.

Highlights
  • Fast web browsing
  • No ads
  • No telemetry
  • Privacy-respecting design
  • Industry-leading anti-tracking
  • Built-in ad-blocker
Features
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Orion is a fast, free, web browser for iPhone and iPad with no ads, no telemetry. Check also Orion for your Mac desktop. Orion has been engineered from ground up as a truly privacy-respecting browser. We did it by embracing a simple principle - Orion is a zero telemetry browser. Your private information will never leave Orion by default. And to protect your privacy on the web, Orion comes with industry-leading anti-tracking technology as well as a powerful built-in ad-blocker. --- Privacy Policy: https://orionbrowser.com/privacy License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Opera Browser with VPN4 screens
Orion Browser by Kagi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Opera Browser with VPN at 4.7 against Orion Browser by Kagi's 4.0. Opera Browser with VPN also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ratings volume (266K vs 1.2K). Orion Browser by Kagi's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Orion Browser by Kagi sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.00 per month. Opera Browser with VPN asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Opera Browser with VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Opera Browser with VPN has 266K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Opera Browser with VPN's written reviews are positive against 56% of Orion Browser by Kagi's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Opera Browser with VPN ships an update fortnightly, Orion Browser by Kagi every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Opera Browser with VPN versus Orion Browser by Kagi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpera Browser with VPNOrion Browser by Kagi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (266K ratings) — better4.0 (1.2K ratings)
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews — better55.6% of reviews
Number of ratings266K — better1.2K
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#49 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB135 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperOpera Norway ASKagi Inc.

Customer experience

Opera Browser with VPN

All ratings264,955 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews4,433 reviews
Positive58.7%
Neutral10.4%
Negative30.9%

Orion Browser by Kagi

All ratings1,228 ratings
Positive72.8%
Neutral10.1%
Negative17.1%
Written reviews970 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral18.1%
Negative26.3%

User reviews

Opera Browser with VPN

From 266K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable
  • 🔒 Blocks ads and crypto mining
  • 👍 Customizable UI
  • 💡 AI integration
  • 🔋 Battery efficient

Room to improve

  • 🐛 News pages keep popping up
  • 🐛 Glitches with search bar and tab management
  • 👎 Lack of reader mode and extensions
  • 🔒 Security concerns due to Chinese ownership
  • 💤 Forced new tabs on startup

Orion Browser by Kagi

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and snappy
  • 🔒 Great privacy features
  • 👍 Familiar Safari-like interface
  • 💡 Supports Chrome and Firefox extensions
  • 🚀 Smooth browsing experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable
  • 🐛 Extensions not always working as expected
  • 🐛 Tab management issues
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Rendering problems on some websites

Bugs and requests

Opera Browser with VPN

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Freezing and crashing issues
  • Incompatibility with certain websites
  • Download and file saving limitations
  • Inconsistent ad blocking performance

Requested features

5 requests
  • Bookmark management
  • Password sync across devices
  • Keyboard shortcuts
  • Webpage zoom
  • Customizable dark mode

Orion Browser by Kagi

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Extensions not working properly
  • Tab management issues (tabs disappearing, not loading correctly)
  • Rendering problems on certain websites
  • Sync issues between devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved tab management and organization
  • Better extension compatibility and customization
  • Seamless cross-device sync
  • Ability to disable specific features (e.g., ad-blocker)

In-app purchases

None

Opera Browser with VPN

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Orion Browser by Kagi

Subscriptions2
  • Orion+ Monthly$5.001 Month
  • Orion+ Yearly$50.001 Year
One-time7
  • Small Tip$5.00
  • Medium Tip$10.00
  • Large Tip$20.00
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  • Generous Tip$30.00
  • Super Tip$50.00
  • Amazing Tip$100.00
  • Orion+ Lifetime$150.00

Questions

Is Opera Browser with VPN free?
Opera Browser with VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Orion Browser by Kagi free?
Orion Browser by Kagi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Opera Browser with VPN or Orion Browser by Kagi?
Opera Browser with VPN is rated higher. Opera Browser with VPN averages 4.7 out of 5 from 266K ratings, while Orion Browser by Kagi averages 4.0 from 1.2K ratings.
Do Opera Browser with VPN or Orion Browser by Kagi have ads?
Opera Browser with VPN shows ads; Orion Browser by Kagi does not.
Which is updated more often, Opera Browser with VPN or Orion Browser by Kagi?
Opera Browser with VPN ships an update fortnightly, and Orion Browser by Kagi every 11 days. Most recently, Opera Browser with VPN was updated on November 11, 2026 and Orion Browser by Kagi on November 9, 2026.

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