Orion
Kagi's WebKit browser for Mac and iPhone that can run Chrome and Firefox extensions.
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About Orion
Orion is a browser made by Kagi, the paid search company. It is built on WebKit, the engine behind Safari, so it is light on memory and battery on Apple hardware, but unlike Safari it can install many Chrome and Firefox extensions, including on iPhone and iPad. It has zero telemetry, built-in ad and tracker blocking, vertical tabs, tab groups, profiles, a focus mode and a low-power mode. The company does not include AI features in the core browser. Kagi funds it through Kagi search subscriptions and an optional Orion+ membership that unlocks extra features and supports development; the browser itself is free. Extension support is broad but not complete, so some extensions misbehave. Orion runs on macOS, iOS and iPadOS, and Kagi says versions for Linux and Windows are in development, with no Android version planned. It suits Apple users who like Safari's efficiency but want extensions and more control.
Best for: Apple users who want Safari-like efficiency with Chrome and Firefox extensions.
Pros and cons
What works
- Runs many Chrome and Firefox extensions, even on iPhone
- WebKit engine is efficient on Apple hardware
- Zero telemetry and built-in ad blocking
Why people leave
- Apple platforms only for now
- Some extensions don't work fully
- Smaller team, so bugs can linger
Top Orion alternatives
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Safari66.5Apple's built-in WebKit browser with tight iCloud integration.
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DuckDuckGo Browser62.6Privacy browser on Mac and iPhone with zero setup.
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Firefox59.6Cross-platform, independent engine and a large extension catalogue.
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Brave57.2Cross-platform ad blocking with Chrome extension support.
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Orion: common questions
Is Orion free?
Orion has a free plan and paid plans.
Is Orion open source?
No, Orion is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Firefox and Brave.
What platforms does Orion run on?
Orion is available for macOS and iOS.
What are the best alternatives to Orion?
The highest-ranked Orion alternatives right now are Safari, DuckDuckGo Browser and Firefox. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.