# Orion Browser by Kagi vs Kiwi

The clearest difference is rating: Kiwi at 4.6 against Orion Browser by Kagi's 4.0. Kiwi also leads on iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). Orion Browser by Kagi's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 325). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Orion Browser by Kagi sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.00 per month and Kiwi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kiwi holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 325 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Orion Browser by Kagi's written reviews are positive against 52% of Kiwi's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Orion Browser by Kagi ships an update every 11 days, Kiwi every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Orion Browser by Kagi | Kiwi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orion-browser-by-kagi/id1484498200/reviews) | **[4.6 (325 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kiwi-browser-document-vpn/id6453991209/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 325 |
| Positive reviews | **55.6% of reviews** | 51.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 135 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Kagi Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478239470) | [TIMON SOFTWARE CO., LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483965968) |

## What reviewers say

### Orion Browser by Kagi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orion-browser-by-kagi/id1484498200)

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:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Orion+ Monthly | $5.00 | per month |
| Orion+ Yearly | $50.00 | per year |
| Small Tip | $5.00 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $10.00 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $20.00 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $30.00 | one-time |
| Super Tip | $50.00 | one-time |
| Amazing Tip | $100.00 | one-time |
| Orion+ Lifetime | $150.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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)


### Kiwi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kiwi-browser-document-vpn/id6453991209)

This private browser offers ad blocking and VPN capabilities for a secure online experience. It includes tools like a dictionary, calendar, QR scanner, PDF maker, and a customizable RSS reader for news.

**Highlights:** Private browsing, Ad blocking, Built-in VPN, Dictionary with bubble function, Calendar with lunar support, QR/BAR code scanner, PDF maker from photos, Customizable RSS reader

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Subscription | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast browsing experience
- 🚫 Excellent ad blocking
- 📺 Blocks YouTube ads
- 🎵 Background YouTube Music playback
- 🖼️ YouTube Picture-in-Picture

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Lacks tabs on mobile
- 🐛 YouTube ads still present for some
- 🐛 Pornhub ad is annoying
- 👎 iPhone version is useless for ad blocking
- 👎 Difficult to add extensions

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube ads not blocked for some users
- Annoying ad on Pornhub
- Music stops playing when screen is off
- Cannot delete YouTube Shorts shortcut

**Requested features**

- Add tab button/list for mobile
- Add dark mode
- Add paid option to remove Kiwi's ads
- Add 'Add to Home Screen' option
- Add repeat/loop button for videos


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Orion Browser by Kagi free?

Orion Browser by Kagi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kiwi free?

Kiwi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Orion Browser by Kagi or Kiwi?

Kiwi is rated higher. Orion Browser by Kagi averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Kiwi averages 4.6 from 325 ratings.

### Do Orion Browser by Kagi or Kiwi have ads?

Kiwi shows ads; Orion Browser by Kagi does not.

### Which is updated more often, Orion Browser by Kagi or Kiwi?

Orion Browser by Kagi ships an update every 11 days, and Kiwi every 8 days. Most recently, Orion Browser by Kagi was updated on October 29, 2026 and Kiwi on October 30, 2026.

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