Compare Poper Blocker and Recall: Which Extension is the Best?

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Poper Blocker is a Browser extension that blocks pop-ups, ads, cookie requests, and more. With functions such as the social media content filter, it stands out from other competitors.
Ad Blocker
With Recall, you can capture, summarize, and organize articles, PDFs, and videos with AI, spaced repetition, browser extensions, and strong privacy controls.
AI Productivity
Key Features
  • Block all popups: Completely blocks any type of popup ad on any website.
  • Ad blocking on any site: Automatically hides endless ads on any website.
  • Hide ads on YouTube: Enjoy videos and music on YouTube without annoying ads.
  • Remove ads and sponsored content on social media: Block ads on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
  • Social Media Content Filter: Control your feed by hiding posts containing specific words.
  • Hide cookie consent requests: Removes cookie banners for a seamless browsing experience.
  • Remove advanced popups (overlays): Blocks disruptive overlays that hide content.
  • Block site notifications: Stops distracting site notifications automatically.
  • Customizable web interface: Hide any web element with a simple click.
  • Whitelist: Create a list of sites where popups are allowed.
  • AI Summarization: Instantly summarizes articles, PDFs, YouTube videos, and more.
  • Personal Knowledge Base: Saves and organizes your summaries for easy retrieval.
  • Spaced Repetition & Active Recall: Helps you actually remember what you save, not just store it.
  • Augmented Browsing: Highlights related content as you browse, surfacing connections in your knowledge.
  • Browser Extensions: One-click saving and summarizing directly from Chrome or Firefox.
  • Editable Notebook: Add notes, highlights, and customize your saved content.
  • Tagging & Organization: Automatic and manual tagging, with support for nested tags.
  • Cross-Platform Sync: Works on desktop and mobile, keeping your knowledge base up to date.
Our Rating
8.4
8.9
Total users
2,039,563
73,084
Total ratings
81,412
91
Average rating
4.3 ⭐
4.0 ⭐
Entry Level PriceFreeFree
Chrome
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4.8
3.82
81.4K+ ratings
2.0M+Users
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4.3
4.18
76 ratings
70.0K+Users
Edge
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3.9
3.54
18 ratings
39.6K+Users
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Firefox
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3.7
3.81
15 ratings
3.1K+Users
Safari
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Features
9.0

Adblocking:

Poper Blocker completely blocks any type of advertising on any website. This includes any pop-ups, YouTube ads, and ads on social media. A whitelist can also be added for adblocking; adblocking is switched off on the websites. In our tests, the ad blocking worked, except for preventing web videos on YouTube.

ads blocking

Cookie blocking:

Currently, constant cookie consent requests interfere with web surfing. Poper Blocker removes cookie banners without any problems in our test.

cookie

Social Media Content Filter:

The social media filter is a very intuitive and easy-to-use tool for those who don't want to read about certain topics on social media. For example, if I no longer want to read about war in the world every day, I can enter “war” as a term here and it will be filtered out on social media so that it is no longer displayed to me.

social media content filter

9.2

Recall's range of functions is impressive for a relatively new tool. The AI summary works on a wide range of content, from articles to YouTube videos with a running time of several hours. We particularly liked the personal knowledge base and the way Recall automatically links related content. Spaced Repetition and Active Recall are outstanding features for students. However, some features are still in beta or will be available soon. The functions in the free version are severely limited in the number of users per day, and there is an upper limit for free use.

Performance
8.3

The extension blocks most types of pop-ups and ads well. In our tests, there were only problems with advertising videos from YouTube, which are not hidden. Also, some users in the reviews have reported problems with certain types of pop-ups that still get through.

9.0

Retrieval is fast and reliable in most cases. The summary is fast, even with very extreme examples such as a 9-hour news show that we had summarized in our test. Occasionally, we encountered errors or slowdowns, especially when asking further questions about the summarized content via the wizard. The team is actively working on performance improvements and there are regular updates. Overall, the tool feels stable and is suitable for everyday use.

Design
8.5

The design is clear and user-friendly. The various settings and functions are easy to navigate. The constant request to use the Pro version is always annoying when using the Basic version.

9.0

The user interface has a clear and modern design. The focus is on user-friendliness. We found the browser extension intuitive and easy to navigate. The tagging and organization system can be used flexibly, and some users mentioned minor bugs in the user interface, but these were only minimally noticeable in the test.

Value for Money
7.5

Basic version:
The free version has limited functions that may not be sufficient for all users. Especially due to the lack of comprehensive ad blocking on websites. Competitors offer more functions in free versions. Only the social media content filter tool is a unique selling point.

Pro Version:
The Pro version is a tool with extensive functions. The price plans are reasonable, especially the Lifetime plan as a one-time payment has a good price-performance ratio.

8.1

The free tariff is suitable for infrequent users who do not need all the functions, as you will quickly reach the map limit. However, if you want to use the extension on a day-to-day basis, you cannot avoid the
extension. The paid plan is competitively priced, especially with the student discount. We appreciate that some features will remain free forever, and the team is open to feedback on pricing. Compared to alternatives, Recall offers good value for money for those who need advanced knowledge management features, but casual users may find the limitations too restrictive and stop using the extension.

Ease of Use
9.0

Poper Blocker is easy to install and use. The user interface is intuitive, and the functions are easily accessible and configurable in the settings. Much attention has been paid to ensuring that anyone can use it, particularly with the social media content filter.

8.0

An account is required to use Recall. However, due to the integration with a Google and Apple login, this should be easy for everyone.
Saving and summarizing content is a one-click process that is well explained at the beginning. However, mastering all functions (e.g., nested tags, links, and spatial repetitions) requires some time and some searching, which can lead to many users not being able to exploit the full potential.

Security & Privacy
7.8

The tool does not block tracking on websites as other competitors do. In the tool, Poper Blocker uses modern encryption and security measures, but as with AdBlocker, the collection of personal data, even in anonymized form, and the use of third-party cookies can pose a certain data protection risk.

9.9

Recall is characterized by its privacy-friendly approach. User data is not used by the extension for advertising, profiling, or AI training. All content is stored securely, and users retain full control over their data. Data can be exported for inspection or deleted at any time. The data protection guidelines are transparent, and support is always available to answer questions about data protection. We were unable to identify any uncertainties during our review.

Conclusion

Poper Blocker is a good tool for blocking various types of online distractions. With its extensive range of functions in the Pro version and its intuitive user interface, it is a powerful tool. The social media content filter was particularly impressive. This is currently a unique selling point of the tool.

In terms of performance, there are currently issues with certain types of pop-ups and YouTube's ad videos. The Basic version is also very limited and does not include normal ad blocking on all websites.

If you are looking for a comprehensive solution to block pop-ups, ads and prevent tracking, the Pro version is a good choice. As a free version, however, there are alternatives from competitors that offer more functions.

Recall impressed us with its useful intelligent use of AI and its focus on helping users in their everyday lives, especially when learning. The browser extension makes it easy to capture content, and the revision features with auto-generated questions are a real bonus for learners.

For occasional users, the free version may be enough, but if you want to use the extension, you can't avoid the paid version. The extension is not yet perfect and has small bugs, but the team reacts quickly to these and feedback, and many new functions are currently being introduced.

Overall, Recall is a good choice for anyone looking to do more than just bookmark cards and build a personal knowledge base. If you're tired of forgetting what you've read online and want to save time, it's a must!

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Our Recommendation

In our comparison between Poper Blocker and Recall, Recall came out on top, scoring 8.9.

Poper Blocker is the most widely used, with over 2 million users and 81k+ reviews, but Recall outperformed it in our review. User reviews reflect our findings.

Notably, Poper Blocker has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.33, which supports its strong performance in our review.

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? Recall stands out with a rating of 9.2. On the other hand, Poper Blocker lags behind in this area with a rating of 9.
  • Need top performance? Recall stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Poper Blocker lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.3.
  • Design lovers, take note: Recall stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Poper Blocker lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.5.
  • Want to get the most for your money? Recall stands out with a rating of 8.1. On the other hand, Poper Blocker lags behind in this area with a rating of 7.5.
  • If you hate complicated tools, Poper Blocker stands out with a rating of 9. On the other hand, Recall lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.
  • With privacy and security becoming ever more important, Recall stands out with a rating of 9.9. On the other hand, Poper Blocker lags behind in this area with a rating of 7.8.

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