Compare Text Blaze and Obsidian Web Clipper: Which Extension is the Best?

	Text Blaze	Obsidian Web Clipper
	Text Blaze is a powerful text expander tool that saves you time by automating repetitive typing tasks. Loved by over 400,000 users, it's perfect for professionals across various fields. Productivity	Obsidian Web Clipper is a browser extension that lets you save, highlight, and organize web content to your Obsidian vault with templates, hotkeys, metadata extraction, and local storage. Web Clipper Highlighter
Key Features	Automate Repetitive Typing: Insert standard greetings, commonly used phrases, and more. Works Anywhere: Compatible with text fields on any website. Placeholders: Use text fields, dropdown menus, dates, toggles, and more. Dynamic Templates: Automatically insert the current date, perform date calculations, and more. Team Collaboration: Share and collaborate on snippets with your team. AutoPilot: Automate form filling with simulated key presses. Search Templates: Quickly search templates from any web page.	Privacy-focusedSave anything: Capture entire pages, selected text, or main content Highlight: Mark important passages that remain visible when revisiting pages Templates: Customize how web pages are saved with automatic metadata extraction Rules: Apply specific templates based on website patterns Hotkeys: Quick save pages with keyboard shortcuts Offline access: All content is stored locally in your Obsidian vault Privacy focused: No data collection or third-party sharing
Our Rating	9.3	8.5
Total users	617,650	278,335
Total ratings	1,615	526
Average rating	4.7 ⭐	4.7 ⭐
Entry Level Price	Free	Free
Chrome	4.9 1.6K+ ratings 600.0K+Users	4.8 297 ratings 200.0K+Users
Edge	4.5 6 ratings 17.6K+Users	4.4 20 ratings 50.6K+Users
Firefox	-	4.9 209 ratings 27.7K+Users
Safari	-	-
Features	9.8 Text Blaze stands out because its features are unmatched by other tools. It excels at what it’s designed to do: generating text from shortcuts. The possibilities for creating your text snippets are practically limitless. You can: Insert clipboard content Add text fields Add dropdowns Create dynamic formulas And so much more...	8.7 The extension offers a comprehensive set of features that cover all essential web clipping needs. The templating system is particularly powerful, allowing for automatic metadata extraction and custom formatting. The highlight feature works well, though we noticed some issues with certain websites. The ability to save different types of content (full page, selection, main content) provides flexibility. The hotkey system is well-implemented and customizable.
Performance	9.7 Text Blaze performs exceptionally well. There is no need to save, so that updating your shortcuts is straightforward. The snippets load quickly, and the AutoPilot feature works seamlessly.	6.5 The direct clipping to Obsidian did not work properly in the test. Only the headline was saved; the rest was not. However, with the intermediate step, Clip to Clipboard and then paste, it works. The clipping process can be slow on certain websites. The highlight feature sometimes lags on content-heavy pages. The extension uses minimal system resources.
Design	9.5 The user interface is clean and intuitive, making it easy to navigate and organize snippets.	8.9 The interface is clean and intuitive, following Obsidian's design language. The popup menu is well-organized and easy to navigate. The highlight interface is straightforward and user-friendly. The settings page is logically structured, though some advanced options could be better documented. The visual feedback during clipping operations is clear and helpful.
Value for Money	9.5 The free version is quite powerful, and there was no need to upgrade for us when using it. The premium version offers good value for money, especially for teams. It's worth the investment as it will save you a lot of time.	9.7 The extension is completely free with all features included. There are no premium tiers or paid versions. The feature set is comprehensive and well-implemented. The value proposition is excellent compared to paid alternatives.
Ease of Use	8.5 Setting up and using Text Blaze is straightforward. The web interface is user-friendly, and the snippets are easy to create and manage. The only minor downside is the initial account creation process. Basic tasks like adding text fields are super simple, but some of the more advanced features might take a bit of time to master. That said, it's definitely worth the effort because they'll save you tons of time in the long run.	8.0 Basic usage is straightforward - just click the extension icon and select what to save. The highlight feature is intuitive and works well. However, setting up custom templates requires some technical knowledge. The learning curve for advanced features can be steep. The documentation could be more comprehensive for new users.
Security & Privacy	9.0 An account is required, but Text Blaze ensures that your data is secure and not sold or made public. The privacy policy is transparent and trustworthy. However, as with any online tool, it's essential to stay updated on their privacy policy.	9.5 The extension maintains excellent privacy standards. All data is stored locally in your Obsidian vault. No data is collected or shared with third parties. The extension doesn't require any special permissions. The code is open source, allowing for community review. The developer has a clear privacy policy.
Conclusion	Text Blaze is a must-have tool for anyone looking to save time on repetitive typing tasks. Its powerful features, ease of use, and versatility make it an excellent choice for professionals across various fields. While some advanced features require a premium subscription, the value it offers is well worth the investment.	The Obsidian Web Clipper is a powerful, privacy-friendly tool for saving web content. Its integration with Obsidian makes it particularly valuable for users of the note platform. The current focus is still on issues with clipping certain content types and occasional performance issues, which need to be resolved. The robust features and commitment to privacy make it a top choice for storing web content once the issues are resolved. For Obsidian users looking to improve their web research workflow, this extension is a must-have tool that delivers on its promise while maintaining user privacy and data control.
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Our Recommendation	In our comparison between Text Blaze and Obsidian Web Clipper, Text Blaze came out on top, scoring 9.3. Text Blaze is the most widely used, with over 618k users and 2k+ reviews—and it also delivered the strongest performance in our tests. User reviews reflect our findings. Notably, Text Blaze has the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.71, which supports its strong performance in our review. There are some noticeable differences between these extensions, so it's worth considering your priorities and the details below. Looking for the richest feature set? Text Blaze stands out with a rating of 9.8. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.7. Need top performance? Text Blaze stands out with a rating of 9.7. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 6.5. Design lovers, take note: Text Blaze stands out with a rating of 9.5. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8.9. Want to get the most for your money? Obsidian Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9.7. On the other hand, Text Blaze lags behind in this area with a rating of 9.5. If you hate complicated tools, Text Blaze stands out with a rating of 8.5. On the other hand, Obsidian Web Clipper lags behind in this area with a rating of 8. With privacy and security becoming ever more important, Obsidian Web Clipper stands out with a rating of 9.5. On the other hand, Text Blaze lags behind in this area with a rating of 9. If you want a quick recommendation, Text Blaze is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you.