Compare New Tab Draft and Todoist: Which Extension is the Best?

New Tab Draft transforms your new tab into a distraction-free writing space, perfect for quick notes and to-dos. It's simple, effective, and completely free, but lacks advanced features.
Todoist is a well-known to-do app with a simple, easy-to-use design. Its browser extension lets you quickly access your to-do list in a nice popup.
Key Features
  • Simple Note-Taking: Create, pin, and lock multiple notes directly on your new tab page.
  • Local Storage: Ensures privacy by saving notes locally, not on the cloud.
  • Customization: Options to customize font and background.
  • Additional Tools: Includes calculations, auto-backup, and more.
  • Privacy Protection: No data is uploaded to any server.
  • Task Management: Create tasks, subtasks, and projects easily.
  • Integrations: Works with Google Drive, Slack, Zapier, and more.
  • Cross-Platform Support: Available on mobile, desktop, and browser.
  • Natural Language Input: Add tasks using natural language for quick input.
  • Reminders and Due Dates: Set recurring tasks with due dates.
  • Kanban and Calendar Views: Manage tasks in flexible visual layouts.
  • Collaboration Tools: Assign tasks to others and manage shared projects.
Our Rating
8.2
8.9
Total users
13,006
889,191
Total ratings
1,176
52,311
Average rating
4.7 ⭐
4.4 ⭐
Entry Level PriceFreeFree
Chrome
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4.8
4.44
1.2K+ ratings
9.0K+Users
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4.7
4.48
51.3K+ ratings
700.0K+Users
Edge
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4.6
4.53
16 ratings
4.0K+Users
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4.0
4.0
82 ratings
174.2K+Users
Firefox
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4.7
4.63
927 ratings
14.9K+Users
Safari
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Features
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.

9.3

Todoist offers comprehensive functions for task management. Tasks can be prioritized, labeled and filtered.

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Another good feature is that websites can be saved directly as tasks. This can be done via the taskbar button or by right-clicking. In this way, information on a website can be added directly as a task that you want to edit or read up on later.

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The extension can also be used to mark tasks directly as completed.

Other features like collaborating on projects and tracking progress with personalized productivity trends add further value.

Some of these advanced features of the application, such as customized templates and advanced reports, are available in the paid plans.

Performance
8.5

The extension is fast and efficient, with minimal lag or performance issues.

7.3

Most of Todoist's functions worked quickly and without problems in our tests.
The function of connecting the account with the Google Calendar to display your appointments did not work in the test, an error message was displayed. Users also report occasional delays in synchronization in the extension in the reviews.

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Design
7.5

The design is simple and clean, with options for customization. However, it's not particularly aesthetic or modern.

9.5

The design is clean and intuitive, making it easy to navigate immediately. The interface can also be visually customized to suit your needs, but these are not overdone. The option of color-coded priority levels and project labels also helps with organization.

Value for Money
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.

9.0

The functions of the Todoist extension are free of charge. The free functions of the Todoist application should also be sufficient for most users. For users who want to use functions such as reminders or additional view options, the price should also be reasonable. With an annual payment installment, $4 per month is reasonable in our view.

Ease of Use
9.0

The tool is very straightforward with a minimal learning curve. Its simplicity is both a strength and a limitation.

9.0

In our test, we had no problems with the installation and the first steps. The creation of tasks and overall use is self-explanatory. There are also many instructions and tutorials already available for the tool.
For more experienced users, there are also additional functions in the application that can be used with simple shortcuts.

Security & Privacy
9.5

All notes are stored locally, ensuring high privacy. There are no concerns about data being uploaded to the cloud.

9.0

Todoist describes its data security in detail in its Privacy Policy. This states that the data is encrypted according to the state of the art and that regular security updates are carried out. The data is stored in the cloud for synchronization; it cannot be stored locally.

Conclusion

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.


Todoist is a great option for task management. We really like its simplicity, which is likely why it has become so popular.

While some modern tools may offer more features, Todoist is one of the best choices if you’re looking for a solid, beautifully designed to-do list.

Still, we noticed some performance issues. The extension takes longer to load when working in environments with a bad internet connection. It’s not a dealbreaker, but something to be aware of, especially if you often work in places with poor internet.

Overall, Todoist is a strong choice for anyone seeking an easy-to-use and powerful task manager, though its speed and offline capabilities could be improved.

If you would like to test Todoist yourself, you can use our code to get the Pro version for 2 months free of charge. https://get.todoist.io/mgs7dk

Our Recommendation

In our comparison between New Tab Draft and Todoist, Todoist came out on top, scoring 8.9.

Todoist is the most widely used, with over 889k users and 52k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. User reviews for Todoist 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.

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? Todoist stands out with a rating of 9.3. On the other hand, New Tab Draft lags behind in this area with a rating of 6.
  • Need top performance? New Tab Draft stands out with a rating of 8.5. On the other hand, Todoist lags behind in this area with a rating of 7.3.
  • Design lovers, take note: Todoist stands out with a rating of 9.5. On the other hand, New Tab Draft lags behind in this area with a rating of 7.5.
  • Want to get the most for your money? Todoist stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, New Tab Draft lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.5.
  • Ease of use? It's a tie: New Tab Draft and Todoist. In the Ease of Use category, New Tab Draft has scored a fantastic 9. It is very easy to use, with an intuitive interface that facilitates a smooth user experience.
  • With privacy and security becoming ever more important, New Tab Draft stands out with a rating of 9.5. On the other hand, Todoist lags behind in this area with a rating of 9.

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