Save to Pocket is a browser extension that lets you save articles, videos, and more. With over 2 M+ users, it promises a cross-device reading experience for perfect organization. But does it deliver? | ||
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. | 7.4 | 8.2 Winner in this category |
Total users Total active users across all major browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. | 2,000,000 Winner in this category | 13,006 |
Total ratings Total number of user ratings received across all supported browsers. | 7,810 Winner in this category | 1,176 |
Average rating Average user rating across all browsers, calculated from available store ratings. | 4.2 ⭐ | 4.7 ⭐ 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. | ![]() 4.2 3.34 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 2.0M+Users | ![]() 4.8 4.44 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 9.0K+Users Winner in this category |
Edge User rating and stats for the extension on Edge browser. | - | ![]() 4.6 4.53 Average Microsoft Edge Store rating from the last 100 reviews 4.0K+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. | 7.2 Save to Pocket offers a range of useful functions. ![]() The tagging system is particularly helpful for anyone who wants to organize and find their tags. This did not always work perfectly in the test. Sometimes websites were tagged, but these did not appear in the search with a unique search term. ![]() Compared to competitors such as Web-Highlights, the highlighting function is only possible after saving a website in the pocket and then searching there. It is not possible to highlight directly on the website. ![]() Winner in this category | 6.0 New Tab Draft offers basic note-taking functionality, local storage for privacy, and some customization options. However, it lacks advanced features like rich text formatting and cloud sync. |
Performance Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Performance' aspect of each extension. | 6.0 The extension works when saving and synchronizing content on different devices. This happens almost in real-time. | 8.5 The extension is fast and efficient, with minimal lag or performance issues. Winner in this category |
Design Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Design' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 The extension has a clear and intuitive design. The distraction-free reading environment is a good feature. However, the login process could be a little clearer. Winner in this category | 7.5 The design is simple and clean, with options for customization. However, it's not particularly aesthetic or modern. |
Value for Money Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Value for Money' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 The free version offers basic functions that should be sufficient for many users. The premium version offers additional functions such as full-text searches or improved tagging. The price-performance ratio is fine for us but could be too high for many basic users if they only use it occasionally. | 8.5 As a completely free tool, it offers good value for those who need basic note-taking features. However, even though it's free, we don't see too much value in this tool. As there are similar free New Tab extensions out there, we can not give the highest rating. Winner in this category |
Ease of Use Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Ease of Use' aspect of each extension. | 7.0 The tool is generally easy to use, but the lack of initial instructions can be a problem for new users. There are also recurring registration problems, which are reported by other users in the reviews. | 9.0 The tool is very straightforward with a minimal learning curve. Its simplicity is both a strength and a limitation. Winner in this category |
Security & Privacy Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Security & Privacy' aspect of each extension. | 8.0 Save to Pocket uses industry-standard security measures, including encryption and firewalls. However, there could be stronger assurances regarding data security and liability for third-party services. | 9.5 All notes are stored locally, ensuring high privacy. There are no concerns about data being uploaded to the cloud. Winner in this category |
Conclusion A summary of our findings and final thoughts for each extension. | Save to Pocket is a tool for anyone who wants to save and organize web content efficiently. Its cross-device synchronization makes it a valuable addition to your productivity toolkit. However, it does have some drawbacks, such as occasional login issues and a lack of detailed instructions. Beginners in particular may struggle here. Overall, it's a solid choice for anyone who needs a reliable content storage solution. | New Tab Draft is great for those who prefer a simple, no-frills note-taking tool. While it may not offer much beyond basic note-taking, its privacy features and ease of use make it a solid choice, especially since it's free. User reviews are very good with an average of 4.8 stars in the Chrome Web Store. Many users love its simplicity and effectiveness. However, it might not provide enough value for those looking for more advanced features. In our tests, we weren't fully convinced and found ourselves leaning toward more aesthetically pleasing New Tab Extensions that offer a few basic features. |
Our Recommendation | In our comparison between Save to Pocket and New Tab Draft, New Tab Draft came out on top, scoring 8.2. Save to Pocket is the most widely used, with over 2 million users and 8k+ reviews, but New Tab Draft outperformed it in our review. We rate Save to Pocket and New Tab Draft lower than users do. Notably, New Tab Draft has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.68, which is even higher than our rating of 8.2. There are some noticeable differences between these extensions, so it's worth considering your priorities and the details below.
If you want a quick recommendation, New Tab Draft is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you. |