Compare Obsidian Web Clipper and Web Activity Tracker: Which Extension is the Best?

	Obsidian Web Clipper	Web Activity Tracker
	Obsidian Web Clipper is a browser extension that lets you save, highlight, and organize web content to your Obsidian vault with templates, hotkeys, metadata extraction, and local storage. Web Clipper Highlighter	Web Activity Time Tracker is an open-source extension that tracks time on websites, providing insights and customizable alerts to help manage online activities. Time Management Productivity
Key Features	Privacy-focusedSave anything: Capture entire pages, selected text, or main content Highlight: Mark important passages that remain visible when revisiting pages Templates: Customize how web pages are saved with automatic metadata extraction Rules: Apply specific templates based on website patterns Hotkeys: Quick save pages with keyboard shortcuts Offline access: All content is stored locally in your Obsidian vault Privacy focused: No data collection or third-party sharing	Activity Monitoring: Tracks time spent on different websites. Detailed Reports: Provides insights into daily, weekly, and monthly activity. Limit and Block Distracting Websites: Set daily time limits for specific websites Custom Alerts: Set alerts for excessive time on specific sites. Pomodoro Mode: Use the Pomodoro technique for focus work Export: Export your Data to CSV.
Our Rating	8.5	9.2
Total users	278,335	37,399
Total ratings	526	814
Average rating	4.7 ⭐	4.7 ⭐
Entry Level Price	Free	Free
Chrome	4.8 297 ratings 200.0K+Users	4.8 789 ratings 30.0K+Users
Edge	4.4 20 ratings 50.6K+Users	4.6 25 ratings 7.4K+Users
Firefox	4.9 209 ratings 27.7K+Users	-
Safari	-	-
Features	8.7 The extension offers a comprehensive set of features that cover all essential web clipping needs. The templating system is particularly powerful, allowing for automatic metadata extraction and custom formatting. The highlight feature works well, though we noticed some issues with certain websites. The ability to save different types of content (full page, selection, main content) provides flexibility. The hotkey system is well-implemented and customizable.	8.7 The tool offers the option of independently tracking your time on different websites. Compared to its competitors, it stands out because it has thought about which functions are important for effective tracking. This can be seen, for example, in the function that automatically stops tracking if there is no activity on the website within a certain period. This avoids the problem faced by competitors: if several tabs are open, they all continue to be tracked simultaneously. The reports are also very clearly presented, but there is still some room for improvement in the evaluation, for example by classifying the websites directly into categories such as social media or similar, so that they can be evaluated later.
Performance	6.5 The direct clipping to Obsidian did not work properly in the test. Only the headline was saved; the rest was not. However, with the intermediate step, Clip to Clipboard and then paste, it works. The clipping process can be slow on certain websites. The highlight feature sometimes lags on content-heavy pages. The extension uses minimal system resources.	9.7 The tool works reliably, there were no crashes or errors during testing. It tracks and reports data efficiently without you noticing any performance issues during use. A few users wrote in reviews that there were inaccuracies in the tracked time, which we could not reproduce in the test.
Design	8.9 The interface is clean and intuitive, following Obsidian's design language. The popup menu is well-organized and easy to navigate. The highlight interface is straightforward and user-friendly. The settings page is logically structured, though some advanced options could be better documented. The visual feedback during clipping operations is clear and helpful.	9.0 The Design is clear and intuitive. Some design changes such as the dark mode can also be adjusted in the settings. In our opinion, the dashboard is the only area where there is still room for improvement in terms of presenting the evaluations.
Value for Money	9.7 The extension is completely free with all features included. There are no premium tiers or paid versions. The feature set is comprehensive and well-implemented. The value proposition is excellent compared to paid alternatives.	9.3 As a free tool, it offers good value for money for users looking for basic tracking features at no cost. In comparison with competitors, many functions are already offered, but other competitors still have useful functions, particularly in the evaluation of data, and there is still room for improvement here.
Ease of Use	8.0 Basic usage is straightforward - just click the extension icon and select what to save. The highlight feature is intuitive and works well. However, setting up custom templates requires some technical knowledge. The learning curve for advanced features can be steep. The documentation could be more comprehensive for new users.	9.0 Setting up the Web Activity Time Tracker is simple and does not require a great deal of technical skill. The tool is designed to be very user-friendly, including the setup with short instructions. The only thing that is a little confusing is that not all evaluations can be displayed in the dashboard via the icon. Only the evaluation for the current day is displayed here.
Security & Privacy	9.5 The extension maintains excellent privacy standards. All data is stored locally in your Obsidian vault. No data is collected or shared with third parties. The extension doesn't require any special permissions. The code is open source, allowing for community review. The developer has a clear privacy policy.	9.7 Web Activity Time Tracker performs almost perfectly here, as it does not collect or transmit any data. This data is only stored on the local computer. The entire code can be read open source on GitHub. However, it is also pointed out in the very short privacy policy that this can change; a somewhat more detailed policy would be desirable in this case, in which it is also specified which data is stored locally and where.
Conclusion	The Obsidian Web Clipper is a powerful, privacy-friendly tool for saving web content. Its integration with Obsidian makes it particularly valuable for users of the note platform. The current focus is still on issues with clipping certain content types and occasional performance issues, which need to be resolved. The robust features and commitment to privacy make it a top choice for storing web content once the issues are resolved. For Obsidian users looking to improve their web research workflow, this extension is a must-have tool that delivers on its promise while maintaining user privacy and data control.	Web Activity Time Tracker is a perfect choice for anyone who wants to know how much time is spent on which websites. The user-friendly design and comprehensive reports make it an easy tool to increase productivity. The customizability of various features also stood out. Overall, it offers good added value, especially when you consider that it's free.
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Our Recommendation	In our comparison between Obsidian Web Clipper and Web Activity Tracker, Web Activity Tracker came out on top, scoring 9.2. Obsidian Web Clipper is the most widely used, with over 278k users and 526+ reviews, but Web Activity Tracker outperformed it in our review. User reviews reflect our findings. Notably, Web Activity Tracker has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.71, which supports its strong performance in our review. There are some noticeable differences between these extensions, so it's worth considering your priorities and the details below. Can't decide on features? It's a close call: Obsidian Web Clipper and Web Activity Tracker. In the Features category, Obsidian Web Clipper has scored a very good 8.7. It offers a solid array of features, though there may be room for a few additional capabilities. Need top performance? Web Activity Tracker stands out with a rating of 9.7. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 6.5. Design lovers, take note: Web Activity Tracker stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.9. Want to get the most for your money? Obsidian Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9.7. On the other hand, Web Activity Tracker lags behind in this area with a rating of 9.3. If you hate complicated tools, Web Activity Tracker stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8. With privacy and security becoming ever more important, Web Activity Tracker stands out with a rating of 9.7. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 9.5. If you want a quick recommendation, Web Activity Tracker is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you.