Compare Notion Web Clipper and AdBlock Max: Which Extension is the Best?

Notion Web Clipper lets you save web pages directly into your Notion workspace. While it has some useful basic features, it also has limitations that might affect your productivity.
AdBlock Max is a great ad blocker designed to enhance your browsing experience by eliminating intrusive ads. With a user-friendly interface and powerful features, it stands out among competitors.
Key Features
  • Save with One Click: Easily save web pages to Notion with a single click.
  • Organize Immediately: Choose where to save your web pages before clipping.
  • Tag, Share, Comment: Turn saved pages into actionable items, link them to projects, and assign them to teammates.
  • Cross-Device Access: Read clipped pages on any device, online or offline.
  • Comprehensive Ad Blocking: Blocks pop-ups, banners, and video ads.
  • Customizable Filters: Allows users to tailor their ad-blocking preferences.
  • Enhanced Browsing Speed: Reduces page load times by eliminating ads.
  • Privacy Protection: Prevents tracking and protects user data.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Easy to navigate and configure.
Our Rating
7.3
8.6
Total users
1,037,934
200,000
Total ratings
797
8,247
Average rating
3.6 ⭐
4.8 ⭐
Entry Level PriceFreeFree
Chrome
Chrome Web Store logo
3.3
2.55
596 ratings
1.0M+Users
Chrome Web Store logo
4.8
3.86
8.2K+ ratings
200.0K+Users
Edge
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Firefox
Mozilla Firefox Add-ons Store logo
4.0
3.68
201 ratings
37.9K+Users
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Safari
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Features
6.0

The extension makes it easy to save web pages. This worked perfectly in our tests. All texts, including images, were saved correctly in a new page in Notion. However, some users report that various types such as mathematical formulas are not saved or are not saved correctly.

When saving the page, you are asked where it should be saved in Notion. The immediate organization of the saved content with tags, as illustrated in the Chrome store, is not possible via the extension, but only in Notion. This also includes highlighting text passages.

tags

An important component for us is the cross-device access, due to the direct saving in Notion, so you can read clipped pages on any device, online or offline.

9.0

AdBlock Max offers comprehensive functions for blocking advertising, including pop-ups, banners, and video ads.

Ad blocker
A slider can be used to set how thoroughly websites should be searched for advertisements, etc., to block them. Depending on the filter method, the extension must be granted more permissions.

Filter


In addition to these basic functions, there are other functions such as blocking cookie notifications or increasing Internet security through tracking protection.

These additional functions are hidden at the bottom of the settings and can be activated. There is also a website whitelist on which no advertising should be blocked.

additional settings

Privacy Security
Privacy protection functions automatically prevent tracking and protect user data.

Performance
6.5

Overall, we found the program to be a basic web clipping app that is well suited for saving basic websites.
However, some users report problems saving all content, such as math formulas, in the reviews. Performance can also vary depending on the browser and operating system.

8.3

Basically, the extension runs smoothly without any performance problems. Page load times are shortened by blocking advertising.
Only during installation in Chrome did the browser crash once after the end of installation.

Design
7.0

The design is clear and concise. However, this is simply because there are hardly any customization options.

8.8

The user interface is clear and intuitive. In particular, the filter customization options are very clearly displayed in the extension pop-up.

Value for Money
8.0

Use of the extension is free of charge. However, compared to other providers of Web Clipper for Notion, it does not offer many functions. Whether a free version of Notion is sufficient for saving websites in the long term is another question. In our opinion, however, you get good value for money with the Plus version, which in particular allows you to save unlimited data.

9.0

If you take a closer look at the extension in addition to the basic functions, you will see how many additional functions are available. As a free web extension, the price/performance ratio is very good.

Ease of Use
8.0

The installation worked perfectly. Saving pages is intuitive and further processing in Notion is also easy for Notion users. The fact that you can't set tags directly in the extension is a disadvantage. If you haven't used Notion before, you will need to find your way around the app first, as you will be overwhelmed with many functions, especially at the beginning.

8.0

The tool is uncomplicated and easy to install. Due to the well-designed method of a slider for the strength of the filter mode, preferences are easy to configure for everyone.
The other functions are easy to activate, but some users may find it difficult to understand which function does what. For each function, there is a description with the corresponding filter code on GitHub.

Security & Privacy
8.2

Notion takes standard measures to protect user data. It also complies with the most important data protection regulations such as GDPR and CCPA.
Only the use of cookies and tracking technologies by Notion is somewhat questionable.

8.5

AdBlock Max offers privacy protection through the additional function to prevent tracking. The extensions' data is protected by industry-standard measures.

Conclusion

In summary, the Notion Web Clipper is a useful tool for saving and organizing web content directly in your Notion workspace.

However, there are some limitations, such as not being able to mark things up or set tags directly from the extension. This is done afterwards in Notion. There are also occasional problems with saving certain types of content such as mathematical formulas.

Despite these drawbacks, it can be a valuable addition to your productivity toolkit, especially if you're already a Notion user.

AdBlock Max is a good tool for anyone who wants to block advertising quickly and easily. It also has additional features for those with a little more technical knowledge. Unfortunately, these are somewhat hidden for beginners and are described via external GitHub links.


However, the extension scores well for beginners with the well-designed slider for adjusting the filter method. This is also useful for people who only want to extend a few permissions for tracking, as this authorization must first be assigned if better blocking is desired.

Our Recommendation

In our comparison between Notion Web Clipper and AdBlock Max, AdBlock Max came out on top, scoring 8.6.

Notion Web Clipper is the most widely used, with over 1 million users and 797+ reviews, but AdBlock Max outperformed it in our review. User reviews for Notion Web Clipper reflect our findings, while we rate AdBlock Max lower than users do.

Notably, AdBlock Max has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.83, which is even higher than our rating of 8.6.

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? AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Notion Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 6.
  • Need top performance? AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 8.3. On the other hand, Notion Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 6.5.
  • Design lovers, take note: AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 8.8. On the other hand, Notion Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 7.
  • Want to get the most for your money? AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Notion Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.
  • Ease of use? It's a tie: Notion Web Clipper and AdBlock Max. In the Ease of Use category, Notion Web Clipper has scored a solid 8. It is relatively easy to use, but may require some time to get fully accustomed to.
  • With privacy and security becoming ever more important, AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 8.5. On the other hand, Notion Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.2.

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