Comparison

Orion Browser by Kagi vs SubFloat

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

Head to head
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/

About

SubFloat

Enhance language learning by displaying up to three subtitle tracks simultaneously on streaming services. Understand nuances, expand vocabulary in context, and customize the viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Dual subtitles on Netflix and YouTube
  • Floating subtitle overlay
  • Always-on script navigator
  • Optimized for language learning
  • Customizable subtitle appearance
Features
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SubFloat: Multilingual Subtitles for Language Learning SubFloat is a powerful tool designed for language learners who want to master a new language while enjoying their favorite content. It brings bilingual subtitles to popular streaming services, making it easier than ever to bridge the gap between watching and learning. Whether you're studying Japanese, Korean, Chinese, or any other language, SubFloat allows you to display upto 3 subtitle tracks simultaneously—your target language and your native language—helping you understand every nuance and expand your vocabulary in context. Key Features: - Dual Subtitles: View two languages at once on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and YouTube. - Floating Interface: A clean, non-intrusive subtitle overlay that moves with you. - Always-On Script Navigator: Browse and search subtitles from the floating script window. - Subtitle Sharing: Export up to 3 language subtitles into a single text file to study. - Optimized for Learning: Perfect for improving listening comprehension and vocabulary. - Fully Customizable: Adjust subtitle size, color, and position to fit your screen. Turn every movie night into a language lesson. Experience the future of bilingual viewing with SubFloat.

Screenshots

Orion Browser by Kagi4 screens
SubFloat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SubFloat at none against Orion Browser by Kagi's 9. SubFloat also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 56%). Orion Browser by Kagi's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 3). On price, rating, 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. SubFloat asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Orion Browser by Kagi against 4.0 for SubFloat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Orion Browser by Kagi has 1.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Orion Browser by Kagi's written reviews are positive against 89% of SubFloat's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Orion Browser by Kagi ships an update every 11 days, SubFloat fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Orion Browser by Kagi versus SubFloat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrion Browser by KagiSubFloat
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1.2K ratings) — better4.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size135 MB10 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKagi Inc.editoy Inc.

Customer experience

Orion Browser by Kagi

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

SubFloat

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

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)

SubFloat

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
Show 4 more
  • Generous Tip$30.00
  • Super Tip$50.00
  • Amazing Tip$100.00
  • Orion+ Lifetime$150.00
None

SubFloat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Orion Browser by Kagi free?
Orion Browser by Kagi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SubFloat free?
SubFloat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Orion Browser by Kagi or SubFloat?
Orion Browser by Kagi is rated higher. Orion Browser by Kagi averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while SubFloat averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Orion Browser by Kagi or SubFloat have ads?
SubFloat shows ads; Orion Browser by Kagi does not.
Which is updated more often, Orion Browser by Kagi or SubFloat?
Orion Browser by Kagi ships an update every 11 days, and SubFloat fortnightly. Most recently, Orion Browser by Kagi was updated on October 26, 2026 and SubFloat on October 24, 2026.

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