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Orion 1.0

Orion 1.0

WebKit. Extensions. Privacy. Check icon Pick all three.

Website kagi.com
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Overview

What it is

Orion is a lightning-fast, privacy-focused WebKit-based browser for Mac and iOS that blocks ads and trackers by default, offers native support for many Firefox, Chrome and Safari browser extensions, and is fully funded by its users without any ads or third-party deals.

Intent

I need it when

Use browser extensions on iOS/iPadOS devices

Orion is the only iOS/iPadOS browser supporting full web extensions from Safari, Chrome, and Firefox. This solves the limitation that iOS users face with Safari, enabling power users to extend browser functionality on mobile devices.

Browse the web privately without telemetry or data collection

Orion is a zero-telemetry browser with no data collection, built-in ad-blocking, and anti-tracking technology. Users get complete privacy by default without compromising performance, addressing the core need for private browsing without surveillance.

Get a fast, lightweight browser optimized for Apple devices

Orion is built natively for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS using WebKit, delivering native performance, battery efficiency, and seamless OS integration. Users get a browser that feels native to Apple's ecosystem while offering customization beyond Safari.

Support independent software development funded by users, not ads or data sales

Orion is 100% user-funded with no third-party deals or ads. Users can subscribe to Orion Plus or purchase a lifetime license, directly supporting a small independent team building privacy-respecting software without venture capital influence.

Customize browser behavior extensively without bloat

Orion offers limitless customization including vertical tabs, Focus Mode, Low Power Mode, and per-site settings. Users can configure every detail to match their workflow while maintaining a lightweight footprint with advanced memory management.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User requires a Chromium-based browser for maximum web compatibility with Chromium-specific features
  • User needs full cross-platform consistency; Orion for Linux and Windows are still in alpha/coming soon
  • User requires open-source code verification; Orion is closed-source though some components are being open-sourced
  • User needs advanced profile/container isolation on mobile; iOS/iPadOS versions lack profile support available on macOS
  • User prefers established browser with massive extension ecosystem; Orion curates only 20 guaranteed-working extensions
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Pricing

Freemium with optional subscription (Orion Plus) or one-time lifetime license