Best Custom Dark Mode Alternatives in 2026

Custom Dark Mode is a strong option, but it is not the right fit for everyone. Below are 0 alternatives compared on rating, install base, pricing and the use case each one actually wins on.

About Custom Dark Mode

Custom Dark Mode is a browser add-on that helps you design your own dark style for the web. Simply open toolbar popup UI and then adjust the color settings. There are a variety of options available to choose from. From document body's "background-color" to "font-color", "header-color" and etc. Moreover, you can adjust the opacity for all HTML elements. All the settings in the toolbar popup are auto saved to the memory. There is also a (+/-) button with you can use to whitelist desired domain(s) from dark mode. Please note that, at the current version of the add-on, there is no option to see the whitelist table. You can only add or remove websites from toolbar popup UI. In order to turn the add-on ON/OFF, you can use the big "torch" button at the top center in popup. Moreover, to switch the popup interface theme to dark, please press the moon icon in the top-right toolbar. If you found a bug to report, or have a feature request, please fill out the bug report form in the add-on's homepage (https://mybrowseraddon.com/custom-dark-mode.html).

3.9~2K+ users

Free

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Comparison at a glance

Extension	Rating	Users	Pricing	Best for
Custom Dark Mode (original)	3.9	2K+	Free

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Custom Dark Mode?

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Is there a free alternative to Custom Dark Mode?

Most options in this category are freemium, with a usable free tier for evaluation.

Why switch away from Custom Dark Mode?

Common reasons are pricing, missing sync or team features, and specific limitations: .