Compare Evernote Web Clipper and Screencastify: Which Extension is the Best?

	Evernote Web Clipper	Screencastify
	Evernote Web Clipper is a tool for saving web content directly to your Evernote account. It offers great features like customizable clips and tagging but has some usability issues. Web Clipper Productivity	Screencastify is a popular Chrome extension for screen recording. It offers a range of features but has shifted many basic functionalities behind a paywall, affecting its overall value. Productivity
Key Features	Web Clipping: Save articles, web pages, and PDFs directly to Evernote. Customizable Clips: Add highlights, text, and other annotations to your clips. Tagging and Organization: Tag your saved content for easy retrieval. Screen Capture: Capture full web pages or specific parts without ads and sidebars. Integration: Seamlessly integrates with your Evernote account.	Record Desktop, Browser Tab, and Webcam: Capture any part of your screen. Edit Video: Trim, merge, and add text directly from your browser. Share Easily: Export as MP4, GIF, or MP3, and share via Google Drive or Classroom. Interactive Questions: Add questions to videos to engage viewers. Annotations: Draw on your screen in real-time to highlight key points. Captions: Add captions in multiple languages to make videos accessible.
Our Rating	7.4	7.8
Total users	2,066,575	6,000,000
Total ratings	130,705	11,733
Average rating	4.1 ⭐	4.0 ⭐
Entry Level Price	Free	Free
Chrome	4.7 129.5K+ ratings 2.0M+Users	4.0 11.7K+ ratings 6.0M+Users
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Firefox	3.5 1.2K+ ratings 66.6K+Users	-
Safari	-	-
Features	8.5 Evernote Web Clipper offers a large number of functions that make it easier to save and organize web content. These include simple bookmarking, but also other functions such as the ability to add highlights and comments to screenshots, which we find particularly useful. A very important main function for us is also to set tags and easily find saved data, photos, or similar using tags. Titles can also be added here to display them clearly in your notebook.	8.8 Screencastify offers a robust set of features, including screen and webcam recording, video editing and interactive questions. Leaving aside the fact that many features are only available for a fee, it's fair to say that it offers a lot of features. While recording, you can easily add spotlights and draw on the screen. The drawing tools offer a nice range of options, so you should have everything you need: The subsequent editor also offers many functions where you can cut the video to your needs. Here is what the basic editor looks like: It recently also added an AI feature that automatically adds captions, transcripts, titles, and descriptions. Furthermore, Screencastify offers another video editor when clicking "Edit Video" in the top right corner. This will open up another editor where you can do some more video editing. Here is how it looks like: In our opinion, this editor isn’t necessary if you already have your own video editing software, but it could be useful for some people. We’re not entirely sure if this is just an older version of the original editor. However, we did discover that you can export videos to MP4 for free, thanks to an "Export" button that lets you do so without any limitations. We’re not certain if this is intentional, but at least it works for us.
Performance	7.0 Performance is a major drawback of Evernote Web Clipper. Many users report issues in reviews about the tool not loading or not working properly. Although it offers many features, these performance issues can be annoying and limit overall effectiveness. In our tests, only a few minor performance issues were detected.	7.5 The speed has deteriorated considerably with the latest updates. This is probably because more and more functions, such as the AI function, are being added. The tool has become slower, and creating links or accessing older videos takes longer than before. Many users have also complained about the performance in the reviews.
Design	7.0 The design is functional, but not particularly intuitive. Although the interface is clear, navigating the settings and functions is somewhat confusing. Improvements in the design of the user interface could improve the accessibility of the tool for a larger target group.	9.0 The design is intuitive and user-friendly. We think that navigation is very intuitive despite the many functions.
Value for Money	7.5 The extension itself is free, but it is only really useful when the paid version of Evernote is activated. Considering that you have to think your way in to set everything up and use it, the price-performance ratio might be a bit expensive for basic users.	5.0 As already mentioned, we are somewhat shocked by the limitations of the free version. Especially if you have used the app in the past and can export videos for free. In addition, even with the starter package for $7, you are limited to 10 exports. We find that many other providers offer much more for the money.
Ease of Use	6.5 The tool has a slightly larger learning curve, especially for new users. Numerous shortcuts can be defined for easy clipping, but it can take a long time from initial setup to full use. In addition, many users have reported problems with logging in and loading the tool.	8.5 Screencastify is easy to use, with a minimal learning curve. Even beginners can quickly get the hang of it. However, we find that recent updates have introduced some complexities that are not absolutely necessary for a screen recorder.
Security & Privacy	8.0 Evernote Web Clipper handles user data responsibly and has clear data protection guidelines. However, the tool does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals, which could be problematic for some users who value this. The data is stored on US servers, meaning data protection law applies there.	8.0 Unfortunately, an account is required, which in our opinion is not necessary for Screen recorder. However, Screencastify's privacy policy is very comprehensive and complies with standard data protection practices, including compliance with the GDPR and PCI-DSS certification for payment data. Screencastify takes reasonable security measures but, like all online services, cannot guarantee absolute protection.
Conclusion	Evernote Web Clipper is a good tool for anyone who needs to save and organize web content. Its integration with Evernote makes it a powerful extension for productivity enthusiasts, especially if Evernote is already in use. Drawbacks include ease of use and performance issues reported by users. Overall, it is a strong tool but may require some patience and troubleshooting.	Screencastify was a fantastic tool in the past, and we used to use it daily. Unfortunately, recent updates have made it less user-friendly by hiding key features behind a paywall. For people who need a wide range of features, the tool is still an option. For others who just want to make a recording every now and then to export a video, Screencastify is unfortunately no longer an option.
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Our Recommendation	In our comparison between Evernote Web Clipper and Screencastify, Screencastify came out on top, scoring 7.8. Screencastify is the most widely used, with over 6 million users and 12k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. User reviews reflect our findings. Notably, Evernote Web Clipper has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.10, which supports its strong performance in our review. In the end, the differences between these extensions are minimal, so your choice may come down to personal preference or specific features. Looking for the richest feature set? Screencastify stands out with a rating of 8.8. On the other hand, Evernote Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.5. Need top performance? Screencastify stands out with a rating of 7.5. On the other hand, Evernote Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 7. Design lovers, take note: Screencastify stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Evernote Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 7. Want to get the most for your money? Evernote Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 7.5. On the other hand, Screencastify lags behind in this area with a rating of 5. If you hate complicated tools, Screencastify stands out with a rating of 8.5. On the other hand, Evernote Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 6.5. For privacy, it's a tie: Evernote Web Clipper and Screencastify. In the Security & Privacy category, Evernote Web Clipper has scored a solid 8. It offers adequate security and privacy features, though there is room for improvement. If you want a quick recommendation, Screencastify is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you.