Compare Decentraleyes and New Tab Calendar: Which Extension is the Best?

Decentraleyes enhances browsing by locally emulating CDN resources, boosting privacy and speed. Our detailed review reveals its features, pros, and cons.
New Tab Extension transforms your new tab with integrated AI, calendar, and productivity tools. Easily manage your daily tasks right from your browser's new tab.
Key Features
  • Local CDN Emulation: Reduces reliance on third-party servers by serving local copies of CDN resources.
  • Privacy Protection: Prevents tracking by major CDN providers.
  • Speed Enhancement: Improves page load times by using local resources.
  • Open Source: Transparent and community-driven development.
  • Integrated Calendar: Manage your tasks and events directly from the new tab.
  • ChatGPT Assistance: Get AI-powered assistance for scheduling, reminders, and more.
  • Customizable Interface: Personalize the look and feel of your calendar.
  • Sync Across Devices: Access your calendar from any device.
  • Task Management: Create, edit, and delete tasks with ease.
  • Event Reminders: Never miss an important event with timely reminders.
Our Rating
9.3
8.7
Total users
639,463
26,854
Total ratings
3,318
2,781
Average rating
4.8 ⭐
4.9 ⭐
Entry Level PriceFreeFree
Chrome
Chrome Web Store logo
4.8
4.53
236 ratings
100.0K+Users
Chrome Web Store logo
4.8
4.53
2.8K+ ratings
20.0K+Users
Edge
Microsoft Edge Store logo
4.8
4.71
32 ratings
55.8K+Users
Microsoft Edge Store logo
5.0
5.0
26 ratings
6.9K+Users
Firefox
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4.8
4.54
1.5K+ ratings
241.8K+Users
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Features
8.5

Nowadays, websites request data through third parties. The local CDN emulation offered by Decentraleyes is a unique and effective feature that blocker competitors currently lack. This means that the same locally stored data is always sent directly to the websites before they can even request relevant private data.

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The extension is aware that this function is only an additional function and advertises it as being used in addition to regular ad blockers. The extension could be expanded here and offer these additional functions directly so that you have them all in one extension.

Another advantage of the extension is that the code is completely open source and can be found on GitLab. This ensures transparency and trust.

8.7

The New Tab Calendar with ChatGPT offers a robust set of features that go beyond the basics. Its integration with popular services like Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and various task management apps places it ahead of many competitors.

Performance
9.3

The extension offers a noticeable improvement in page load times. We did not find any problems in our tests, but according to user reviews, there are occasional compatibility problems with certain websites. However, according to Decentraleyes, these are constantly being fixed by updates.

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Design
9.5

The design is intuitive and simple. This also includes the settings menu.

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Value for Money
9.5

The extension is completely free to use with optional donations. The price-performance ratio is therefore perfect, as functions that are not offered by other providers are made available here free of charge. Only the lack of further functions in the area of ad blocking results in deductions.

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Ease of Use
9.9

The extension is characterized by its user-friendliness. Installation is very simple and you have the option of testing the function immediately on the website. When you open the website https://decentraleyes.org/test/, you are shown whether the function works and an example of what it looks like in the icon when data is blocked.

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The settings are also very well described so that even beginners should have no problems here. Advanced users can also read the complete documentation or the code on GitLab.

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Security & Privacy
9.2

The extension offers strong features in the area of data protection, so it goes without saying that it scores well in this area. The open-source code allows anyone to review the extension in detail. Only the lack of a proper privacy policy detracts from this for beginners, who can do little with the code. There is a privacy policy that states in one sentence that no data is collected. However, this should be a little more detailed.

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Conclusion

Decentraleyes is a valuable tool for anyone who wants more privacy and faster browsing. With local CDN emulation, Decentraleyes has features that bring both security and performance benefits. While it currently excels in this one area, you need to be aware that websites also make adjustments and it won't always work 100% of the time, especially without further updates.
Overall, Decentraleyes is a recommended choice for privacy-conscious users as an addition to the usual ad blockers.

The New Tab Calendar with ChatGPT is a powerhouse for those looking to enhance their productivity directly from their browser. While it might take some time to fully understand all its features, the benefits it offers make it a worthwhile addition for any power user. However, potential users should consider privacy aspects and the need for an account before fully committing.

Our Recommendation

In our comparison between Decentraleyes and New Tab Calendar, Decentraleyes came out on top, scoring 9.3.

Decentraleyes is the most widely used, with over 639k users and 3k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. User reviews for Decentraleyes reflect our findings, while we rate New Tab Calendar lower than users do.

Notably, New Tab Calendar has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.90, which is even higher than our rating of 8.7.

There are some noticeable differences between these extensions, so it's worth considering your priorities and the details below.


  • Looking for the richest feature set? New Tab Calendar stands out with a rating of 8.7. On the other hand, Decentraleyes lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.5.
  • Need top performance? Decentraleyes stands out with a rating of 9.3. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.
  • Design lovers, take note: Decentraleyes stands out with a rating of 9.5. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.
  • Want to get the most for your money? Decentraleyes stands out with a rating of 9.5. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.
  • If you hate complicated tools, Decentraleyes stands out with a rating of 9.9. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.
  • With privacy and security becoming ever more important, Decentraleyes stands out with a rating of 9.2. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.

If you want a quick recommendation, Decentraleyes is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you.