Seeing AI vs Oorion vs Lumyeye: iOS, Android & AI Compared
Seeing AI (Microsoft) is free but iOS-only. Oorion is a French app focused on image descriptions. Lumyeye offers a complete conversational AI assistant on both iOS and Android. Detailed 2026 comparison.
Comparison Table: Seeing AI vs Oorion vs Lumyeye
| Feature | Seeing AI | Oorion | Lumyeye AI β |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher | Microsoft | French startup | French startup |
| Platform | β οΈ iOS only | β iOS + Android | β iOS + Android |
| Multi-language AI | β οΈ Optimized for English | β οΈ French-focused | β Native multi-language AI |
| Real-time AI dialogue | β Separate channels | β Per-image response | β Continuous voice dialogue GPT-4o |
| OCR document reading | β Dedicated text channel | β οΈ Via description | β Advanced OCR + summary + translation |
| π Street sign reading | β No | β No | β Street sign reading |
| πͺ Storefront recognition | β No | β οΈ Via description | β Store identification |
| Voice web search | β No | β No | β Voice web search |
| Scene description | β Scene channel | β Specialty | β GPT-4o AI description |
| Person recognition | β People channel | β No | β οΈ Visual description |
| Banknote recognition | β Currency channel | β οΈ Via description | β Instant identification |
| VoiceOver compatible | β | β | β Built for VoiceOver |
| TalkBack compatible | β Not on Android | β | β Built for TalkBack |
| Price | Free | Free limited / Premium | $16.90/month β ~20 free requests trial |
The 3 key differences
Seeing AI = iOS only
If you're on Android, Seeing AI simply isn't available. Lumyeye works on iPhone and Android with the same quality.
β Lumyeye: iOS + Android
Seeing AI: English-optimized AI
The interface is translated but Seeing AI's core AI remains English-optimized. Scene descriptions in other languages are less accurate. Lumyeye uses native multi-language AI.
β Lumyeye: native multi-language
No dialogue with Seeing AI
Seeing AI works in separate channels (text, scenes, people). You can't ask follow-up questions. Lumyeye offers continuous AI dialogue with context memory.
β Lumyeye: complete AI conversation
Why Lumyeye stands out
The daily AI assistant designed for complete autonomy
π Street sign reading
Neither Seeing AI nor Oorion offer street sign reading. Lumyeye reads street signs, identifies storefronts and helps you navigate the city.
π Voice web search
"What's the nearest pharmacy phone number?" β Lumyeye searches the internet and reads the answer. Seeing AI and Oorion can't do web searches.
π OCR + smart summary
Seeing AI reads text. Lumyeye reads, summarizes, translates and answers your questions about the content. Got a complex letter? Lumyeye explains it.
π€ Complete AI assistant
Lumyeye isn't just a description tool. It's a personal assistant: it talks, searches, reads, identifies, translates. One app for everything.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about choosing between Seeing AI, Oorion and Lumyeye
Is Seeing AI available on Android?
As of February 2026, Seeing AI is exclusively available on iOS (iPhone/iPad). There is no official Android version. Lumyeye and Oorion work on both iOS and Android.
Is Oorion better than Seeing AI?
They serve different audiences. Seeing AI is free with rich channels. Oorion focuses on AI descriptions for French speakers. Lumyeye combines the best of both with a complete conversational AI assistant, street sign reading and voice web search.
Which is the most complete of the three?
Lumyeye: continuous AI dialogue, advanced OCR, street sign reading, storefront recognition, voice web search, banknote recognition. All on iOS and Android, for $16.90/month with a free trial of about 20 requests.
Is Seeing AI really free?
Yes, Seeing AI by Microsoft is completely free. That's its main advantage. Oorion offers a limited free version. Lumyeye offers a trial of about 20 requests then $16.90/month for a much more complete assistant.
Can I use all three apps together?
If you have an iPhone, you can use all three. Seeing AI (free, for quick checks), Oorion (AI descriptions), and Lumyeye (complete daily AI assistant). On Android, only Oorion and Lumyeye are available.
Can I try Lumyeye for free?
Yes. Lumyeye offers a free trial of about 20 requests, no credit card required, no commitment. Download the app, create an account and test all premium features. Then $16.90/month, cancel anytime.
Try Lumyeye for free β about 20 requests included
Seeing AI is free? So is Lumyeye to start. And it does much more.
From $16.90/month after free trial. Cancel anytime.
π Privacy & Security
No data stored. Your photos are analyzed then instantly deleted. 100% secure servers in France.