1. Screenshot YouTube
Take a screenshot of any YouTube video with one click.
Why it replaces TabNotes: Covers similar ground in the YouTube category: Take a screenshot of any YouTube video with one click.
Best TabNotes Alternatives in 2026
TabNotes 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 TabNotes
Take notes in new tab
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Full reviewComparison at a glance
| Extension | Rating | Users | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TabNotes (original) | — | — | Free | Take notes in new tab |
| Screenshot YouTube | — | — | Free | Take a screenshot of any YouTube video with one click. |
| Screen Recorder | — | — | Free | Free Simple tool for high quality video capturing from Tab, Area of the page and full Screen, with Mic, Webcam and System audio |
| Infinity New Tab (Pro) | — | — | Free | Infinity New Tab Pro allows you to customize your New Tab page |
| Return YouTube Dislike | 4.5 | 5M+ | Freemium | Return YouTube Dislike restores the ability to see dislikes on YouTube. Starting December 13th 2021, YouTube removed the ability t. |
| Video Speed Controller | 4.5 | 3M+ | Free | Students and anyone watching long videos or lectures |
| SponsorBlock | 4.6 | 2M+ | Free | Anyone who watches sponsor-heavy YouTube channels daily. |
| AHA Music - Song Finder for Browser | 4.2 | 1M+ | Free | What is the song? Song identifier tells you! |
| Enhancer for YouTube | 4.7 | 1M+ | Free | Heavy YouTube viewers who want full control over playback and layout. |
| YouTube Summary with ChatGPT | 4.3 | 1M+ | Free | Students and researchers triaging long videos, lectures and conference talks. |
| YouTube NonStop | — | — | Free | Kiss the annoying "Video paused. Continue watching?" confirmation goodbye! |
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2. Screen Recorder
Free Simple tool for high quality video capturing from Tab, Area of the page and full Screen, with Mic, Webcam and System audio
Why it replaces TabNotes: Covers similar ground in the YouTube category: Free Simple tool for high quality video capturing from Tab, Area of the page and full Screen, with Mic, Webcam and System audio
3. Infinity New Tab (Pro)
Infinity New Tab Pro allows you to customize your New Tab page
Why it replaces TabNotes: Covers similar ground in the YouTube category: Infinity New Tab Pro allows you to customize your New Tab page
4. Return YouTube Dislike
Return YouTube Dislike restores the ability to see dislikes on YouTube. Starting December 13th 2021, YouTube removed the ability t.
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: Return YouTube Dislike restores the ability to see dislikes on YouTube. Starting December 13th 2021, YouTube removed the ability t.
5. Video Speed Controller
Keyboard shortcuts to speed up, slow down and skip any HTML5 video.
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: Keyboard shortcuts to speed up, slow down and skip any HTML5 video.
6. SponsorBlock
Skips sponsor segments in YouTube videos automatically.
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: Skips sponsor segments in YouTube videos automatically.
7. AHA Music - Song Finder for Browser
What is the song? Song identifier tells you!
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: What is the song? Song identifier tells you!
8. Enhancer for YouTube
Playback, volume and layout controls for YouTube.
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: Playback, volume and layout controls for YouTube.
9. YouTube Summary with ChatGPT
Instant AI summaries and transcripts for YouTube videos.
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: Instant AI summaries and transcripts for YouTube videos.
10. YouTube NonStop
Kiss the annoying "Video paused. Continue watching?" confirmation goodbye!
Why it replaces TabNotes: Another popular YouTube extension: Kiss the annoying "Video paused. Continue watching?" confirmation goodbye!
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to TabNotes?
Screenshot YouTube is the closest match. Covers similar ground in the YouTube category: Take a screenshot of any YouTube video with one click.
Is there a free alternative to TabNotes?
Yes — Screenshot YouTube, Screen Recorder, Infinity New Tab (Pro) are free.