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Opera - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

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Last updated: March 2026

Opera overview

Based on 212 verified user reviews

What is Opera?

Opera is a browser tool with key features that include an address bar, tab management, ad blocker, search engine integration, bookmark management, and more.

Who uses Opera?

Reviews for Opera come from a wide variety of industries, including Computer Software (10% of reviewers), Marketing and Advertising (6%), and Information Technology and Services (5%). The most frequent use case for Opera cited by reviewers is as a browser (100% of reviewers).

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Opera’s user interface

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Opera pros, cons and reviews insights

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What do users say about Opera?

Opera is a browser tool with key features that include an address bar, tab management, ad blocker, search engine integration, bookmark management, and more.

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Who uses Opera?

Based on 212 verified user reviews.

Company size

Small Businesses

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Enterprises

Top industries

Hospital & Health Care
Marketing and Advertising
Real Estate
Machinery
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Use cases

Browser

Opera's key features

GetApp's analysis of 52 verified user reviews collected between July 2021 and September 2024 identifies Opera' most critical features and summarizes user sentiment about those features.

Address bar

Reviewers appreciate Opera's Address Bar for its smart suggestions, auto-complete functionality, and customization options. They highlight its ability to fix wrong domain names and provide quick access to popular websites and recently closed sites. Users report that it integrates useful tools like screenshot, download, and bookmark buttons. They find it user-friendly, modern, and optimal for direct searches, with smooth operation and no glitches. Reviewers also mention the convenience of copying, pasting, and editing website addresses directly in the Address Bar. Of the 32 Opera users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Address Bar, 97% rated this feature as important or highly important.


Tab management

Users report that Opera's Tab Management is effective, allowing for easy organization and navigation. They appreciate the ability to group tabs into workspaces and stack tabs to keep the interface clean. Reviewers highlight the drag-and-drop capabilities and the option to mute tabs. However, some users mention difficulties in reopening closed tabs and issues with session recovery after crashes. Overall, they find it user-friendly and helpful for managing multiple tabs simultaneously. Of the 40 Opera users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Tab Management, 95% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“Workspaces and Tabs groups are the best invention in browsers after tabs.”
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Tommaso C.

Head of Brand and Innovation

“What I like most about the Ópera browser is that it is a light program that takes up little space on the computer, it is also very simple and easy to use and even so it is very efficient, I have two websites and I often have to open several tabs and I love the organization from the Ópera tabs.”
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Aparecido V.

Redator

“Although I open a lot of tabs, it does not use the memory of my device much, so I can do my work more fluently.”

Nurullah Ö.

Accountant

“You can keep many windows and tabs open without crashing, you can use tools like Whatsapp, Instagram, Telegram and Twitter while you work, and your memory and processor remain intact.”
AF

Alexandre F.

Automation Engineer


Ad blocker

Reviewers indicate that Opera's built-in Ad Blocker is valuable for reducing the number of ads displayed during browsing. They appreciate its ability to block pop-ups and prevent redirection to potentially harmful websites. However, some users note that it doesn't block all ads and is not as effective as other browsers like Brave. Despite this, many find it helpful in creating a cleaner browsing experience and reducing online disturbances. Of the 17 Opera users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Ad Blocker, 94% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“I liked that opera has dozens of features such as ad blockers, bandwidth saver ,dark mode and the fact that it's solely meant for gaming and whatnot.”
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Brenden L.

Assistant

“Safe browsing without ads and blocked sites.”
ki

kalus i.

Human Resource Executive

“Also integrated Ad-blocker is real plus.”
TZ

Tomas Z.

service engineer

“What I like most of Opera is the ad blocker integration.”
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Rita C.

Author


Search engine

Users report that Opera's Search Engine offers flexibility by allowing customization of the default search engine, with options like Google, Bing, and Yahoo. They appreciate the auto-suggestion functionality, which helps find results quickly. Reviewers highlight its efficiency, speed, and accuracy in delivering search results. They also mention the integration with various search engines and the ability to switch between them easily, enhancing their browsing experience. Of the 40 Opera users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Search Engine, 90% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“Virgin Mobile phone, it was the only browser I could use to check emails or successfully use a search engine on.”
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Frankie S.

Consultant

“With this AI the experience is adapted to your browsing preferences and habits.”
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Alin J.

Manager

“A simple and wonderful browser with a good and optional search engine that makes my day good thanks to its features and tools.”
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kalus i.

Human Resource Executive

“The overall experience with the app was great. As I browse alot lot a and gather information related to different products in my industry I use the product on daily basis. As it gives a great browsing speed which makes the information-gathering process much easier.”
RR

Rahul R.

Product Manager


Bookmark management

Reviewers appreciate Opera's Bookmark Management for its ease of use and practicality. They highlight the ability to import bookmarks from other browsers and customize the display of bookmarks with thumbnails. Users find it convenient to add and remove bookmarks using the heart icon and value the synchronization across devices. They mention that it helps save time by providing quick access to frequently visited sites and organizing favorite websites efficiently. Of the 33 Opera users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Bookmark Management, 85% rated this feature as important or highly important.


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Opera integrations (5)

Integrations rated by users

We looked at 212 user reviews to identify which products are mentioned as Opera integrations and how users feel about them.

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Firefox

Integration rating: 4.3 (3)

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WhatsApp

Integration rating: 5.0 (3)

Control room management of panic alarms

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Marizel J.

General Manager

Integration rating: 4.5 (2)

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Integration rating: 5.0 (2)

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NordVPN

Integration rating: 5.0 (2)

Opera support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Opera FAQs

Q. What is Opera used for?

Opera is a web browser that includes a free VPN, ad blockers, and integrated messaging capabilities to assist users browse securely and smoothly. Opera's built-in VPN reduces online tracking and shield browsing from third-party trackers, enabling users to secure their privacy online. Users can send texts and voice recordings, make phone calls, and share documents and other media while browsing using a built-in messaging widget that integrates with popular third-party messengers such as Facebook Messanger, Telegram, WhatsApp, VKontakte, and more.

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