Compare OneNote Web Clipper and New Tab Calendar: 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. | New Tab Extension transforms your new tab with integrated AI, calendar, and productivity tools. Easily manage your daily tasks right from your browser's new tab. | |
| 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 | 8.7 |
| Total users Total active users across all major browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. | 1,993,714 Winner in this category | 26,854 |
| Total ratings Total number of user ratings received across all supported browsers. | 69,221 Winner in this category | 2,781 |
| Average rating Average user rating across all browsers, calculated from available store ratings. | 3.9 ⭐ | 4.9 ⭐ 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 | 4.8 4.53 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 | 5.0 5.0 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 6.9K+Users Winner in this category |
| Firefox User rating and stats for the extension on Firefox browser. | - | - |
| 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.  | 8.7 The New Tab Calendar with ChatGPT offers a robust set of features that go beyond the basics. Its integration with popular services like Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and various task management apps places it ahead of many competitors. Winner in this category |
| 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. Winner in this category | No rating |
| 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 | No rating |
| 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. Winner in this category | No rating |
| 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 | No rating |
| 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. Winner in this category | No rating |
| 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. | The New Tab Calendar with ChatGPT is a powerhouse for those looking to enhance their productivity directly from their browser. While it might take some time to fully understand all its features, the benefits it offers make it a worthwhile addition for any power user. However, potential users should consider privacy aspects and the need for an account before fully committing. |
| Our Recommendation | In our comparison between OneNote Web Clipper and New Tab Calendar, 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 New Tab Calendar lower than users do. Notably, New Tab Calendar has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.90, which is even higher than our rating of 8.7. 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. | |
