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

OneNote Web Clipper is a versatile tool for saving web content directly to your OneNote notebooks. The simple and intuitive design was imposing. However, it could do with a few more functions.
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
  • Clip any webpage to OneNote: Save entire pages or just parts of them.
  • Highlight and annotate: Add notes and highlights to your clips.
  • Organize clips: Save clips to specific notebooks and sections.
  • Offline access: Access your clips even when you're not connected to the internet.
  • 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
8.8
8.6
Total users
1,993,714
200,000
Total ratings
69,221
8,247
Average rating
3.9 ⭐
4.8 ⭐
Entry Level PriceFreeFree
Chrome
Chrome Web Store logo
4.8
4.48
68.4K+ ratings
800.0K+Users
Chrome Web Store logo
4.8
3.86
8.2K+ ratings
200.0K+Users
Edge
Microsoft Edge Store logo
3.0
3.82
836 ratings
1.2M+Users
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Firefox
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Safari
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Features
8.0

OneNote Web Clipper basic functions for saving web content.
In addition to saving an entire page, you can also save individual markers.

In addition, screenshots of the entire page or only parts of a page can be created.

An important function of the Web Clipper is that a preview is created directly when clipping and can be edited directly, for example by rewriting or highlighting text before it is synchronized with OneNote.

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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
9.0

The Performance was good in our tests and there were no problems. All content could be saved and transferred to the OneNote notebooks without any problems. The only performance problems mentioned by some users in the reviews are that there are sometimes synchronization problems. We were unable to reproduce this.

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
8.5

The design is clear and simple, so even basic users can get started immediately without any problems. However, it could offer a few more customization options to suit individual preferences.

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
9.2

As the tool is free, it offers excellent value for money. You get basic functions for saving web content. The required OneNote can also be used with certain restrictions; a paid version of Office for $69.99 per year is also not overpriced.

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
9.3

The tool is very user-friendly and has a low and fast learning curve. Most users should find it easy to start cutting and organizing content straight away. There are only a few functions that are not self-explanatory.

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
9.0

OneNote Web Clipper is from Microsoft. The same privacy policies apply when using other products such as Word, Excel, or similar.

8.5

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

Conclusion

Overall, OneNote Web Clipper is a useful tool for anyone who simply needs to collect, store, and organize web content. It offers a number of features that make it easy to clip, annotate, and organize information. If additional features are needed on top of these basic features, other competitors should be looked at.

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 OneNote Web Clipper and AdBlock Max, OneNote Web Clipper came out on top, scoring 8.8.

OneNote Web Clipper is the most widely used, with over 2 million users and 69k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. User reviews for OneNote 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.

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? AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, OneNote Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.
  • Need top performance? OneNote Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, AdBlock Max lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.3.
  • Design lovers, take note: AdBlock Max stands out with a rating of 8.8. On the other hand, OneNote Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.5.
  • Want to get the most for your money? OneNote Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9.2. On the other hand, AdBlock Max lags behind in this area with a rating of 9.
  • If you hate complicated tools, OneNote Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9.3. On the other hand, AdBlock Max lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.
  • With privacy and security becoming ever more important, OneNote Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, AdBlock Max lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.5.

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