Compare OneNote Web Clipper and Humble New Tab: 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. | Humble offers a simple and customizable interface for your browser's new tab. It’s open-source, lightweight, and focuses on functionality, making it ideal for users seeking efficiency over aesthetics. | |
| Key Features A summary of the most important features offered by each extension. |
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| Our Rating Tooltivity's expert review score for each extension, based on hands-on testing and research. | 8.8 Winner in this category | 8.5 |
| Total users Total active users across all major browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. | 1,993,714 Winner in this category | 20,993 |
| Total ratings Total number of user ratings received across all supported browsers. | 69,221 Winner in this category | 1,220 |
| Average rating Average user rating across all browsers, calculated from available store ratings. | 3.9 ⭐ | 4.8 ⭐ Winner in this category |
| Entry Level Price The minimum price required to start using the extension. "Free" means a free tier is available. | Free | Free |
| Chrome User rating and stats for the extension on Chrome browser. |  4.8 4.48 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 800.0K+Users Winner in this category | 4.7 4.86 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 20.0K+Users |
| Edge User rating and stats for the extension on Edge browser. |  3.0 3.82 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 1.2M+Users Winner in this category | - |
| Firefox User rating and stats for the extension on Firefox browser. | - |  4.8 4.80 Average Mozilla Firefox Add-ons Store rating from the last 100 reviews 993Users Winner in this category |
| Safari User rating and stats for the extension on Safari browser. | - | - |
| Features Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Features' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 OneNote Web Clipper basic functions for saving web content. 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.  Winner in this category | 7.0 Humble New Tab Page shines in its simplicity and customization options. You can easily rearrange bookmarks, apps, and other elements using its intuitive drag-and-drop feature. It’s not overloaded with unnecessary bells and whistles, which keeps it fast and efficient. However, compared to other tools, it lacks more advanced features like integrated to-do lists or news feeds. If you’re looking for a straightforward way to manage your new tab content, it’s hard to beat. But for power users, the simplicity might feel like a limitation. |
| Performance Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Performance' aspect of each extension. | 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. | 10 Performance is where Humble New Tab Page really excels. It’s incredibly lightweight, ensuring that your browser’s speed isn’t compromised. The extension loads quickly and doesn’t introduce any noticeable lag, even with multiple elements on the page. This efficiency makes it a great choice for users with older or less powerful computers. Winner in this category |
| Design Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Design' aspect of each extension. | 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. Winner in this category | 7.0 The design of Humble New Tab Page is, well, humble. It’s clear that the focus is on function over form. While it’s not going to win any awards for aesthetics, the design is clean, uncluttered, and gets the job done. For users who value a visually rich experience, this might be a drawback. The minimalist design is fully customizable, allowing you to change the font style, background colors, and overall layout. You can even set your own background image. Here's a screenshot showing how easy it is to adjust the tool's appearance:  So, if you prefer a simple, distraction-free workspace, this tool might be the way to go. |
| Value for Money Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Value for Money' aspect of each extension. | 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. | 9.5 It’s hard to argue with the value provided by a free, open-source tool that does exactly what it promises. Humble New Tab Page delivers solid performance without any hidden costs or premium upgrades. It’s a fantastic option for users who want a customizable new tab experience without spending a dime. The only reason it doesn’t get a perfect score is that there are other free options with more features, albeit at the cost of simplicity and speed. Winner in this category |
| Ease of Use Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Ease of Use' aspect of each extension. | 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. Winner in this category | 7.5 Setting up and using Humble New Tab Page is simple. There's no need to sign up, and it provides a lightweight bookmark manager right in your new tab. The options menu is easy to navigate, making it intuitive to customize things like fonts, colors, and spacing. That said, it might take a bit of time to discover that you can drag and drop everything around, and not everyone may realize that you can adjust columns by right-clicking. Once you figure this out, the drag-and-drop interface makes customization easy, even for those who aren’t tech-savvy. However, advanced features like injecting custom CSS may be more suited for developers. Overall, though, the experience is very user-friendly. |
| Security & Privacy Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Security & Privacy' aspect of each extension. | 9.0 OneNote Web Clipper is from Microsoft. The same privacy policies apply when using other products such as Word, Excel, or similar. | 10 Humble New Tab Page respects your privacy by not collecting or storing any user data, which is a significant plus in today’s digital age. As it is open-source you can always double-check. Winner in this category |
| Conclusion A summary of our findings and final thoughts for each extension. | 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. | Humble New Tab Page is a fantastic choice for users who value simplicity, speed, and customization. While it may not offer the rich visuals or advanced features of other new tab extensions, its focus on functionality and user control makes it a standout tool. If you’re looking for a no-frills extension that just works, and you appreciate the transparency of open-source software, Humble New Tab Page is definitely worth considering. It’s not the flashiest option, but it gets the job done. |
| Our Recommendation | In our comparison between OneNote Web Clipper and Humble New Tab, 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 Humble New Tab lower than users do. Notably, Humble New Tab has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.76, 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.
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. | |
