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Head-to-head · Agentic AI Browser Software

Opera vs Retriever AI

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Opera #6 in Agentic AI Browser Software 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Opera
Retriever AI #7 in Agentic AI Browser Software 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 2 features Visit Retriever AI

Opera leads on 0 checks, Retriever AI on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresRetriever AI · 1 of 2

Opera and Retriever AI score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for agentic ai browser software; Opera sits at #6 and Retriever AI at #7 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

Opera is the better fit for users wanting a mature general-purpose browser. Retriever AI is the better fit for teams needing scheduled browser workflows.

  • Opera fits best

    Users wanting a mature general-purpose browser

  • Retriever AI fits best

    Teams needing scheduled browser workflows

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Side by side

Feature Opera 7.9/10 Visit ↗ Retriever AI 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #6 in Agentic AI Browser Software #7 in Agentic AI Browser Software
Best for Users wanting a mature general-purpose browser Teams needing scheduled browser workflows
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan $9.99/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Chrome extension
Support Tickets, Community, Docs Email, Community, Docs
Integrations 10 integrations 10 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Opera 0/2 · Retriever AI 1/2
Browser task execution Not checked yet Not checked yet
Human approval controls Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Execution mode Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported browsers Not checked yet Not checked yet
Page interaction Not checked yet Not checked yet
Concurrent tasks Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free on desktop and mobile across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
  • Syncs bookmarks, tabs, passwords, history, and settings across devices
  • Includes ad and tracker blocking, a browser-only VPN, and extension support
  • Plans and executes multi-page browser research in natural language
  • Schedules workflows with triggers, webhooks, and cloud browser control
  • Connects Gmail, HubSpot, Notion, Slack, GitHub, Zapier, and more
Cons
  • Built-in AI features are not shown performing browser tasks
  • The free VPN is limited to browser traffic
  • Tab organization and sidebar tools may be unnecessary for simpler browsing
  • Free access has 100 one-time welcome credits and fair-use limits
  • Advanced team capacity and privacy controls require higher-priced plans
  • Complex workflows may require API, CLI, SDK, or integration setup
Our verdict

Opera is a free browser for people who want a general-purpose option across desktop and mobile. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, with a Chromebook option also described. Alongside built-in ad and tracker blocking, it…

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Retriever AI is an agentic browser product for individuals, teams, developers, and AI labs that need websites handled from a natural-language outcome. It can navigate pages and tabs, click, type, extract data, fill forms, upload documents,…

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  1. OperaAgentic AI Browser Software 7.9Free plan
  2. Retriever AIAgentic AI Browser Software 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Opera — where it wins

    • Free on desktop and mobile across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
    • Syncs bookmarks, tabs, passwords, history, and settings across devices
    • Includes ad and tracker blocking, a browser-only VPN, and extension support

    Where it doesn't

    • Built-in AI features are not shown performing browser tasks
    • The free VPN is limited to browser traffic
    • Tab organization and sidebar tools may be unnecessary for simpler browsing

  • Retriever AI — where it wins

    • Plans and executes multi-page browser research in natural language
    • Schedules workflows with triggers, webhooks, and cloud browser control
    • Connects Gmail, HubSpot, Notion, Slack, GitHub, Zapier, and more

    Where it doesn't

    • Free access has 100 one-time welcome credits and fair-use limits
    • Advanced team capacity and privacy controls require higher-priced plans
    • Complex workflows may require API, CLI, SDK, or integration setup
  • Opera7.9/10 · Free plan

    Opera is a capable general-purpose browser, though its AI features are not shown executing browser tasks.

    Visit OperaFull verdict →
  • Retriever AI7.9/10 · Free plan

    Retriever AI turns natural-language browser tasks into repeatable research and workflow runs.

    Visit Retriever AIFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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