Dark Mode vs Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome
Dark Mode and Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome both compete in the same corner of the Chrome Web Store (dark-mode), but they are built for different users. Dark Mode has roughly 1M users and a 3.6-star average; Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome sits at about 200K users with 4.4 stars.
Dark Mode
3.6Dark Mode is an extension that helps you quickly turn the screen (browser) to dark at night time.
Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome
4.4Dark Mode a classic dark theme for every website. Switch website to dark reader and for night and daily browsing.
Side-by-side comparison
| Dark Mode | Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.6 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Reviews | 2,200 | 2,600 |
| Users | ~1M+ | ~200K+ |
| Pricing | Free | Free |
| Category | Productivity | Design |
| Developer | Dark Mode | 5813 Geary Blvd San Francisco, CA 94121 United States |
| Last updated | 2026-08-24 | 2026-09-03 |
| Best for | Dark Mode is an extension that helps you quickly turn the screen (browser) to dark at night time. | Dark Mode a classic dark theme for every website. Switch website to dark reader and for night and daily browsing. |
Dark Mode: pros & cons
- Built-in dark mode
Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome: pros & cons
- No editorial pros or cons yet.
Final recommendation
Dark Mode wins on adoption, but Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome scores higher with reviewers — start there if ratings matter more.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install Dark Mode and Dark Mode - Dark Reader for Сhrome at the same time?
Yes, Chrome runs them independently. Keep both only if they do different jobs; if they overlap, pick one, because each active extension adds memory use, page scripts and another set of permissions.
Where do the ratings and install numbers come from?
From each extension's public Chrome Web Store listing. They can lag the live store slightly, and a dash means the figures have not been synced yet.
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