Web Developer Tools 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.
500+ Web development tools to inspect, debug, edit, test, optimize and audit websites. Privacy-first developer utility.
| Extension | Rating | Users | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Web Developer Tools (original) | — | — | Free | 500+ Web development tools to inspect, debug, edit, test, optimize and audit websites. Privacy-first developer utility. |
| Privacy Test | — | — | Free | Checks whether you have enhanced private data protection and prevents tracking of your on-line activity. |
| AdBlock | 4.5 | 61M+ | Freemium | Beginners who want ad blocking without settings |
| AdGuard AdBlocker | 4.7 | 16M+ | Free | Unmatched adblock extension against advertising and pop-ups. Blocks ads on Facebook, YouTube and all other websites. |
| Malwarebytes Browser Guard | 3.9 | 11M+ | Free | Block malware, scams, phishing and trackers for safer, cleaner, and ad-free browsing. |
| Online Security | 3.6 | 11M+ | Freemium | Powering your web experience with a reliable, endpoint protection layer. |
| uBlock Origin | 4.7 | 11M+ | Free | Anyone who wants the most efficient, most configurable ad and tracker blocker available. |
| Free VPN for Chrome - VPN Proxy 1clickVPN | 4.6 | 9M+ | Free | Free VPN for Chrome, Unlimited Data, Fast Speeds, Secure Encryption, No-Logs Policy. Install 1clickVPN to protect your privacy |
| Authenticator | 3.7 | 9M+ | Free | Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser. |
| NordPass® Password Manager & Digital Vault | 4.6 | 8M+ | Free | NordPass is your freedom from password stress. Generate and securely store strong passwords and autofill them with a single click. |
| Bitwarden | 4.3 | 7M+ | Freemium | Anyone replacing reused passwords with a proper encrypted vault on a small budget. |
Checks whether you have enhanced private data protection and prevents tracking of your on-line activity.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Checks whether you have enhanced private data protection and prevents tracking of your on-line activity.
One of the most installed ad blockers for Chrome, with simple whitelisting.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: One of the most installed ad blockers for Chrome, with simple whitelisting.
Unmatched adblock extension against advertising and pop-ups. Blocks ads on Facebook, YouTube and all other websites.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Unmatched adblock extension against advertising and pop-ups. Blocks ads on Facebook, YouTube and all other websites.
Block malware, scams, phishing and trackers for safer, cleaner, and ad-free browsing.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Block malware, scams, phishing and trackers for safer, cleaner, and ad-free browsing.
Powering your web experience with a reliable, endpoint protection layer.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Powering your web experience with a reliable, endpoint protection layer.
Efficient, open-source content and ad blocker.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Efficient, open-source content and ad blocker.
Free VPN for Chrome, Unlimited Data, Fast Speeds, Secure Encryption, No-Logs Policy. Install 1clickVPN to protect your privacy
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Free VPN for Chrome, Unlimited Data, Fast Speeds, Secure Encryption, No-Logs Policy. Install 1clickVPN to protect your privacy
Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser.
NordPass is your freedom from password stress. Generate and securely store strong passwords and autofill them with a single click.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: NordPass is your freedom from password stress. Generate and securely store strong passwords and autofill them with a single click.
Open-source password manager with autofill.
Why it replaces Web Developer Tools: Another popular Privacy & Security extension: Open-source password manager with autofill.
Direct comparisons with the extensions people weigh against it.
Privacy Test is the closest match. Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Checks whether you have enhanced private data protection and prevents tracking of your on-line activity.
Yes — Privacy Test, AdGuard AdBlocker, Malwarebytes Browser Guard are free.
