Comparison

Opera GX vs KARMA Search

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

Head to head
About

Opera GX

This mobile browser is designed for gamers, offering custom themes, exclusive gaming deals, and a secure browsing experience. It allows seamless link sharing between devices and includes built-in ad blocking for faster, safer browsing.

Highlights
  • Customizable themes and skins
  • GX Corner for gaming deals and news
  • My Flow for cross-device link sharing
  • Built-in ad blocker
  • Cryptojacking protection
  • Fast Action Button navigation
Features
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Opera GX brings the gaming lifestyle to your mobile. Express yourself with custom skins, discover free games and the best deals with GX Corner, share links easily between mobile and desktop with My Flow, and much more. All in a secure, private browser. Designed for gamers Opera GX’s unique design is inspired by gaming and gaming gear, with the same style that won the desktop GX browser the Red Dot and IF Design awards. Choose from custom themes like GX Classic, Ultra Violet, Purple Haze and White Wolf. Free games, gaming deals, upcoming releases Always just a tap away, GX Corner brings you daily gaming news, an upcoming release calendar and trailers. It’s everything a gamer needs to stay on top of the latest news and gaming deals in their mobile web browser. Connect your phone and computer Just scan a QR code to connect your phone and computer with Flow. It’s encrypted and safe, with no login, password or account needed. Send links, videos, files and notes to yourself in a single click, and access them instantly in your web browser on all your devices. Lightning fast browser Choose between the Fast Action Button (FAB) and standard navigation. The FAB is always within reach of your thumb and uses vibrations when you interact with it, which is perfect when you’re on the move. Private browser: ad blocker, cookie dialog blocker, and more Browse safely and load pages faster with integrated security features like the built-in ad blocker and cookie dialog blocker. This secure browser also comes with cryptojacking protection, stopping others from using your device to mine cryptocurrencies. About Opera GX Opera is a global web innovator headquartered in Oslo, Norway and listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange (OPRA). Founded in 1995 on the idea that everyone should be able to browse the web, we have spent the last 25+ years helping millions of people access the internet in a safe, private and innovative way. 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

KARMA Search

This search engine uses its revenue from sponsored links to fund environmental and animal welfare non-profits. It also provides access to news, petitions, and resources for taking action, all while protecting user privacy.

Highlights
  • Fund environmental non-profits with searches
  • Support animal welfare organizations
  • Sign petitions and join challenges
  • Access news, podcasts, and videos
  • Secure and private browsing
  • Dozens of specialized search engines
Features
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Everytime you use KARMA as your search engine, you help protect our planet. KARMA uses revenue from sponsored links to fund non-profit organizations working to restore our connection to nature and promote animal welfare. KARMA also gives you access to a selection of news, petitions and resources to take action. With KARMA, you can: - Search the web as usual for fast and reliable results - Support Re:wild and the Humane Society International, two leading organizations protecting nature and improving the lives of animals - Sign petitions, join challenges and get involved in the causes you care about - Discover podcasts, videos and reports to stay informed and get inspired - Protect your privacy and data with a secure and ethical search engine - Get access to dozens of specialized search engines just one click away The KARMA app is a mobile browser (based on Firefox) which is fast, secure and privacy friendly. Using the KARMA app is the best way to make KARMA your default search engine and to access our Learn & Act newsfeed. KARMA is more than a search engine. It's a way to make a positive impact on the world with every click. Download KARMA today and join the movement for a healthier planet.

Screenshots

Opera GX4 screens
KARMA Search4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Opera GX at 98K against KARMA Search's 34. Opera GX also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). KARMA Search's advantage is review sentiment (96% vs 75%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Opera GX against 4.9 for KARMA Search. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Opera GX has 98K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Opera GX's written reviews are positive against 96% of KARMA Search's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Opera GX ships an update monthly, KARMA Search every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Opera GX versus KARMA Search: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpera GXKARMA Search
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (98K ratings)4.9 (34 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.9% of reviews96.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings98K — better34
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB111 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperOpera Norway ASKarma Search

Customer experience

Opera GX

All ratings98,134 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews2,644 reviews
Positive74.9%
Neutral7.5%
Negative17.7%

KARMA Search

All ratings30 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive96.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.8%

Bugs and requests

Opera GX

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to rearrange tabs
  • Private mode not saving tabs
  • Ad blocker not working consistently
  • Syncing issues between mobile and desktop
  • Frequent crashes and freezes on certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add bookmarks and account sync across devices
  • Improve tab management and organization
  • Implement dark mode and more customization options
  • Expand gaming-related features and integrations
  • Optimize performance and reduce resource usage

KARMA Search

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Opera GX

No in-app purchases

None

KARMA Search

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Opera GX free?
Opera GX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KARMA Search free?
KARMA Search is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Opera GX or KARMA Search?
KARMA Search is rated higher. Opera GX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 98K ratings, while KARMA Search averages 4.9 from 34 ratings.
Do Opera GX or KARMA Search have ads?
Neither Opera GX nor KARMA Search shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Opera GX or KARMA Search?
Opera GX ships an update monthly, and KARMA Search every 2 months. Most recently, Opera GX was updated on November 13, 2026 and KARMA Search on November 11, 2026.

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