I have it, I use it, I like it. I love not seeing ads, I love getting more independent results like blogs, I love getting tailored websites based on my own design (meaning i personally flagged things for more or less weight in the Algo).

I'm aware they're not as privacy focused as they claim to me. I'm aware the founder is a bit weird and that they have some AI components. Right now id rather pay them $100 bucks a year than give that same amount to Google via ads, and most importantly protecting my information sphere.

If there was a better paid option I'd consider switching. I'm not convinced SearX or whatever it is is worth the effort, so Kagi I remain.