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

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TimeOWare logoTimeOWare
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.
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TimeOWare helps you track and manage your online time easily. With its simple design and easy website blocking, TimeOWare is a valuable tool for enhancing digital well-being.
Time Management Productivity
Key Features
  • 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.
  • Time Tracking: Easily see how much time you spend on each website.
  • Daily Usage Stats: Get a clear overview of your daily online activity.
  • Website Blocking: Block distracting sites with a simple click.
  • Privacy-Focused: No data is transmitted; everything stays on your device.
  • Open Source: Check out the code on GitHub for transparency.
Our Rating
8.7
8.5
Total users
26,854
216
Total ratings
2,781
3
Average rating
4.9 ⭐
5.0 ⭐
Entry Level PriceFreeFree
Chrome
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4.8
4.53
2.8K+ ratings
20.0K+Users
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5.0
5.0
3 ratings
216Users
Edge
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5.0
5.0
26 ratings
6.9K+Users
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Features
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.

7.0

TimeOWare offers basic functions for checking the time spent on websites. These include time recording on websites, where the percentage of total time taken up by each website is displayed directly in real-time in a statistic.

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Another feature is the blocking of websites. Websites can easily be blocked manually if you think that you no longer want to use this website. Here we would like to see the manual blocking of websites.

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However, it lacks advanced features such as detailed analytics or customizable alerts that some users may find useful. Nevertheless, the core features are well implemented and serve the main purpose of improving digital well-being.

Performance
No rating
9.0

TimeOWare works reliably, with no noticeable slowdowns or performance issues during use.
The extension runs in the background and provides real-time updates on time spent without affecting browser speed.

Design
No rating
7.5

The design of TimeOWare is clear and intuitive, making it easy to find your way around immediately. All available functions can be used directly. The minimalist interface ensures that users are clearly shown which websites may pose problems for their digital well-being. In our tests, however, we found that there could be a little more customization options to adapt the displays to our own needs.

Value for Money
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9.0

As a completely free tool, TimeOWare offers excellent value for money as it provides essential time management features at no cost whatsoever.
The open-source nature of the extension also adds value as it allows users to review and modify the code if desired.
The only reason it doesn't get full marks is that some features offered by competitors are not yet available.

Ease of Use
No rating
8.5

TimeOWare is easy to use, with little set-up time.
Once installed, it starts tracking time immediately. Likewise, the limited settings are self-explanatory and should be easy for anyone to understand.

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In our tests, we noticed that if several tabs are opened next to each other, they are also added up in the extension at the same time. The total number of hours is therefore higher than the actual number in the browser. This can be somewhat confusing for new users.

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Security & Privacy
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10

TimeOWare is characterized by security and privacy, as it does not transmit any user data to the outside world and all information is only stored offline on the user's device.
This privacy-focused approach is a key benefit for users who are concerned about data security. Users can also check the code used on GitHub themselves if they have any concerns.

Conclusion

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.

TimeOWare is a great choice for anyone who wants to manage their online time more effectively and realize how much time is spent on websites.

Its simple design and privacy-focused approach make it, in our opinion, a standout option in the time management space.

We felt in testing that a little more customization and even more features could further improve the extension. Overall, however, we think TimeOWare is already a valuable tool for anyone looking to improve their digital well-being.

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Our Recommendation

In our comparison between New Tab Calendar and TimeOWare, New Tab Calendar came out on top, scoring 8.7.

New Tab Calendar is the most widely used, with over 27k users and 3k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. We rate New Tab Calendar and TimeOWare lower than users do.

Notably, TimeOWare has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 5.00, which is even higher than our rating of 8.5.

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? New Tab Calendar stands out with a rating of 8.7. On the other hand, TimeOWare lags behind in this area with a rating of 7.
  • Need top performance? TimeOWare stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.
  • Design lovers, take note: TimeOWare stands out with a rating of 7.5. 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? TimeOWare stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.
  • If you hate complicated tools, TimeOWare stands out with a rating of 8.5. 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, TimeOWare stands out with a rating of 10. On the other hand, New Tab Calendar lags behind in this area with a rating of 0.

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