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Best DevTools Alternatives in 2026

DevTools is a strong option, but it is not the right fit for everyone. Below are 10 alternatives compared on rating, install base, pricing and the use case each one actually wins on.

About DevTools

40+ developer tools: JSON formatter, Base64/URL encoder, hash generator, JWT debugger, regex tester, and more

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Comparison at a glance

ExtensionRatingUsersPricingBest for
DevTools (original)——Free40+ developer tools: JSON formatter, Base64/URL encoder, hash generator, JWT debugger, regex tester, and more
React Developer Tools3.95M+FreeReact developers debugging component state and render performance.
Wappalyzer4.63M+FreemiumDevelopers, agencies and sales teams researching what a site is built with.
JSON Formatter4.32M+FreeAnyone poking at REST APIs directly in the browser.
Web Developer4.51M+FreeWeb developers who want quick access to common debugging tools without opening DevTools.
Redux DevTools4.61M+FreeRedux DevTools for debugging application's state changes.
Vue.js devtools4.11M+FreeDevTools browser extension for Vue.js
Google Analytics Debugger4.2600K+FreePrints useful information to the JavaScript console by enabling the debug version of the Google Analytics Javascript.
QR Code (Generator and Reader)3.8100K+FreeGenerate QR Code from the url of current page, link or selected text. And decode QR Code in image.
Designer Tools4.6100K+FreemiumA collection of tools to help you design and develop websites with precision.
SN Utils - Tools for ServiceNow4.9100K+FreemiumProductivity tools for ServiceNow, offered by SN Utils B.V. Not affiliated with ServiceNow, Inc.

DevTools alternatives in detail

React Developer Tools Chrome extension logo

1. React Developer Tools

Inspect React component trees, props and state.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Inspect React component trees, props and state.

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Wappalyzer Chrome extension logo

2. Wappalyzer

Identifies the technology stack behind any website.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Identifies the technology stack behind any website.

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JSON Formatter Chrome extension logo

3. JSON Formatter

Makes raw JSON responses readable in the browser.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Makes raw JSON responses readable in the browser.

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Web Developer Chrome extension logo

4. Web Developer

Adds a toolbar button with various web developer tools.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Adds a toolbar button with various web developer tools.

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Redux DevTools Chrome extension logo

5. Redux DevTools

Redux DevTools for debugging application's state changes.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Redux DevTools for debugging application's state changes.

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Vue.js devtools Chrome extension logo

6. Vue.js devtools

DevTools browser extension for Vue.js

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: DevTools browser extension for Vue.js

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Google Analytics Debugger Chrome extension logo

7. Google Analytics Debugger

Prints useful information to the JavaScript console by enabling the debug version of the Google Analytics Javascript.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Prints useful information to the JavaScript console by enabling the debug version of the Google Analytics Javascript.

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QR Code (Generator and Reader) Chrome extension logo

8. QR Code (Generator and Reader)

Generate QR Code from the url of current page, link or selected text. And decode QR Code in image.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Generate QR Code from the url of current page, link or selected text. And decode QR Code in image.

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Designer Tools Chrome extension logo

9. Designer Tools

A collection of tools to help you design and develop websites with precision.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: A collection of tools to help you design and develop websites with precision.

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SN Utils - Tools for ServiceNow Chrome extension logo

10. SN Utils - Tools for ServiceNow

Productivity tools for ServiceNow, offered by SN Utils B.V. Not affiliated with ServiceNow, Inc.

Why it replaces DevTools: Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Productivity tools for ServiceNow, offered by SN Utils B.V. Not affiliated with ServiceNow, Inc.

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Compare DevTools head-to-head

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to DevTools?

React Developer Tools is the closest match. Covers similar ground in the Developer Tools category: Inspect React component trees, props and state.

Is there a free alternative to DevTools?

Yes — React Developer Tools, JSON Formatter, Web Developer are free.