One Sec is a browser extension designed to help you manage your time online by introducing a brief pause before accessing distracting websites. | ||
Key Features A summary of the most important features offered by each extension. |
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Our Rating Tooltivity's expert review score for each extension, based on hands-on testing and research. | 8.8 | 8.9 Winner in this category |
Total users Total active users across all major browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. | 3,173,195 Winner in this category | 25,121 |
Total ratings Total number of user ratings received across all supported browsers. | 16,550 Winner in this category | 1,024 |
Average rating Average user rating across all browsers, calculated from available store ratings. | 4.8 ⭐ | 4.8 ⭐ Winner in this category |
Entry Level Price The minimum price required to start using the extension. "Free" means a free tier is available. | Free | Free |
Chrome User rating and stats for the extension on Chrome browser. | ![]() 4.8 4.75 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 2.0M+Users | ![]() 4.9 4.86 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 20.0K+Users Winner in this category |
Edge User rating and stats for the extension on Edge browser. | ![]() 4.8 4.62 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 801.3K+Users | ![]() 4.9 4.86 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 3.6K+Users Winner in this category |
Firefox User rating and stats for the extension on Firefox browser. | ![]() 4.7 4.58 Average Mozilla Firefox Add-ons Store rating from the last 100 reviews 371.9K+Users | ![]() 4.8 4.74 Average Mozilla Firefox Add-ons Store rating from the last 100 reviews 1.5K+Users Winner in this category |
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Features Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Features' aspect of each extension. | 9.0 LanguageTool offers a comprehensive set of features that go beyond basic grammar and spelling checks. It supports over 20 languages, making it a versatile tool for multilingual users. The advanced grammar checks are particularly impressive, catching complex issues that many other tools miss. Compared to competitors like Grammarly, LanguageTool holds its own with unique features like custom dictionaries and plagiarism detection. Winner in this category | 7.5 The core function that One Sec uses to make users more productive is a pause before opening the website. When I open websites I have defined, such as Twitter, a gray page with a countdown appears. During this period, I was reminded that I didn't want to spend so much time on Twitter and asked myself whether this was intentional or just a reflex out of boredom.
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Performance Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Performance' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 LanguageTool does a good job of spotting grammar and style issues. However, it can take a while to process longer texts, and sometimes, clicking on suggestions causes the page to jump to the top, which can be a bit frustrating. | 9.5 In our test, we did not notice any delays or slowdowns due to the extension. Winner in this category |
Design Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Design' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 The design is clean and intuitive, making it easy for users to navigate and utilize the tool effectively. The browser integration is seamless, and the user interface is straightforward. Winner in this category | 8.0 The user interface is clean and minimalist, and this also applies to the setup and settings. The extension offers an effective use of visual elements for taking a break by displaying a preset screen with a countdown. There would be potential for improvement here if the screen could be customized. Winner in this category |
Value for Money Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Value for Money' aspect of each extension. | 9.5 The free version gives you the basics, but the premium version really shines with its advanced features. While Grammarly can be expensive, LanguageTool offers great value at a more affordable price. So, if you’re seeking a budget-friendly alternative to Grammarly, LanguageTool is a solid choice. Winner in this category | 9.2 The browser extension is completely free of charge. However, you only get a small number of functions. For anyone who only needs the basic function, this is unbeatable value for money. OneSec also offers an app with additional functions. At $4.99/month or $49.99/year, it also has a good price-performance ratio. |
Ease of Use Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Ease of Use' aspect of each extension. | 9.0 LanguageTool is very user-friendly, with a minimal learning curve. Most users will find it easy to get started and make the most of its features right out of the box. | 9.5 The installation process was quick and straightforward. This also includes the setup, which is very intuitive with clear step-by-step instructions. Everything is also well explained in the settings menu afterward, so everyone should be able to find their way around. ![]() Winner in this category |
Security & Privacy Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Security & Privacy' aspect of each extension. | 9.5 LanguageTool takes privacy seriously. No account is required for basic features, and the tool ensures that user data is not sold or made public. This focus on privacy is a significant plus. LanguageTool states that it is GDPR compliant which makes it especially interesting for users in Europe. Winner in this category | 9.5 Data usage is described transparently in the privacy policy, which places great value on user privacy. Winner in this category |
Conclusion A summary of our findings and final thoughts for each extension. | LanguageTool is a reliable and efficient writing assistant that supports multiple languages. Its advanced grammar and style checks make it a valuable tool for writers and professionals. While the premium version offers excellent features, the free version is somewhat limited. Overall, LanguageTool is a solid choice for anyone looking to improve their writing. Compared to Grammarly, LanguageTool holds its own, especially if you need to write in multiple languages. When it comes to writing in different languages, LanguageTool is the way to go. But if you’re only writing in English, Grammarly still delivers better results. | One Sec is a tool that encourages mindful browsing by introducing a pause every time you want to access a distracting website. |
Our Recommendation | In our comparison between LanguageTool and one sec, one sec came out on top, scoring 8.9. LanguageTool is the most widely used, with over 3 million users and 17k+ reviews, but one sec outperformed it in our review. User reviews reflect our findings. Notably, one sec has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.85, 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.
If you want a quick recommendation, one sec is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you. |