Momentum transforms your new tab into a personalized dashboard with to-dos, weather, and inspiration. We tested it extensively and here's our honest review. | ||
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. | 8.7 Winner in this category | 8.2 |
Total users Total active users across all major browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. | 2,684,498 Winner in this category | 13,046 |
Total ratings Total number of user ratings received across all supported browsers. | 14,700 Winner in this category | 1,175 |
Average rating Average user rating across all browsers, calculated from available store ratings. | 4.3 ⭐ | 4.7 ⭐ 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. | ![]() 4.5 4.29 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 2.0M+Users | ![]() 4.8 4.44 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 9.0K+Users Winner in this category |
Edge User rating and stats for the extension on Edge browser. | ![]() 4.1 3.97 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 651.1K+Users | ![]() 4.6 4.53 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 4.0K+Users Winner in this category |
Firefox User rating and stats for the extension on Firefox browser. | ![]() 4.4 4.48 Average Mozilla Firefox Add-ons Store rating from the last 100 reviews 33.4K+Users Winner in this category | - |
Safari User rating and stats for the extension on Safari browser. | - | - |
Features Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Features' aspect of each extension. | 8.5 Momentum offers a comprehensive set of features that are both useful and easy to use. The focus mode and to-do list are particularly standout features, but some advanced functionalities are locked behind the premium plan. Winner in this category | 6.0 New Tab Draft offers basic note-taking functionality, local storage for privacy, and some customization options. However, it lacks advanced features like rich text formatting and cloud sync. |
Performance Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Performance' aspect of each extension. | 9.0 Momentum runs smoothly without any noticeable lag or performance issues. It integrates well with various browsers and does not slow down your browsing experience. Winner in this category | 8.5 The extension is fast and efficient, with minimal lag or performance issues. |
Design Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Design' aspect of each extension. | 9.0 The design is sleek and user-friendly. The customizable backgrounds in the premium plan and widgets make it visually appealing and easy to navigate. Winner in this category | 7.5 The design is simple and clean, with options for customization. However, it's not particularly aesthetic or modern. |
Value for Money Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Value for Money' aspect of each extension. | 8.7 The free version offers basic functions for creating to do lists and occasionally using the focus mode. The premium plan offers considerable added value with additional customizations and integrations. Winner in this category | 8.5 As a completely free tool, it offers good value for those who need basic note-taking features. However, even though it's free, we don't see too much value in this tool. As there are similar free New Tab extensions out there, we can not give the highest rating. |
Ease of Use Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Ease of Use' aspect of each extension. | 9.2 Momentum is straightforward to set up and use. The First Start Tour describes the basic functions to everyone in just a few steps so that you can work in a focused manner after just 2 minutes. The minimal learning curve makes it accessible for users of all skill levels. Winner in this category | 9.0 The tool is very straightforward with a minimal learning curve. Its simplicity is both a strength and a limitation. |
Security & Privacy Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Security & Privacy' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 Momentum takes data protection seriously and offers the option of saving data locally. Nevertheless, some data is collected for functional purposes. | 9.5 All notes are stored locally, ensuring high privacy. There are no concerns about data being uploaded to the cloud. Winner in this category |
Conclusion A summary of our findings and final thoughts for each extension. | Momentum is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enhance their productivity with a visually appealing and functional new tab page. If you're okay with the basic features and don't mind the occasional upsell for premium features, Momentum can be a valuable addition to your productivity toolkit. With the premium plan, you can unlock even more customization options and integrations that can make your workflow smoother. Overall, Momentum is an excellent addition to any productivity toolkit. | New Tab Draft is great for those who prefer a simple, no-frills note-taking tool. While it may not offer much beyond basic note-taking, its privacy features and ease of use make it a solid choice, especially since it's free. User reviews are very good with an average of 4.8 stars in the Chrome Web Store. Many users love its simplicity and effectiveness. However, it might not provide enough value for those looking for more advanced features. In our tests, we weren't fully convinced and found ourselves leaning toward more aesthetically pleasing New Tab Extensions that offer a few basic features. |
Our Recommendation | In our comparison between Momentum and New Tab Draft, Momentum came out on top, scoring 8.7. Momentum is the most widely used, with over 3 million users and 15k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. User reviews for Momentum reflect our findings, while we rate New Tab Draft lower than users do. Notably, New Tab Draft has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.68, which is even higher than our rating of 8.2. 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, Momentum is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you. |