Dark Mode vs Dark Theme for Google Chrome
Dark Mode and Dark Theme for Google Chrome 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 Theme for Google Chrome sits at about 700K users with 3.7 stars.
Dark Mode
3.6Dark Mode is an extension that helps you quickly turn the screen (browser) to dark at night time.
Dark Theme for Google Chrome
3.7The best dark Chrome theme for your web browser. It's simple and coherent.
Side-by-side comparison
| Dark Mode | Dark Theme for Google Chrome | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.6 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Reviews | 2,200 | 3,000 |
| Users | ~1M+ | ~700K+ |
| Pricing | Free | Free |
| Category | Productivity | Design |
| Developer | Dark Mode | Stefan vd |
| Last updated | 2026-08-24 | 2026-09-01 |
| Best for | Dark Mode is an extension that helps you quickly turn the screen (browser) to dark at night time. | The best dark Chrome theme for your web browser. It's simple and coherent. |
Dark Mode: pros & cons
- Built-in dark mode
Dark Theme for Google Chrome: pros & cons
- No editorial pros or cons yet.
Final recommendation
Dark Mode wins on adoption, but Dark Theme for Google Chrome scores higher with reviewers — start there if ratings matter more.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install Dark Mode and Dark Theme for Google Chrome 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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