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Arc vs Redux DevTools

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Arc

Browser Extensions

Chromium-based browser organized around user workflows

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Redux DevTools logo

Redux DevTools

Browser Extensions

Debug Redux state changes in your browser

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Arc no longer receiving active feature development as of May 2025, entering maintenance mode; Redux DevTools significant performance overhead when tracking large state trees with many action history entries
  • They diverge on capability: Arc covers Spaces and Profiles, Redux DevTools covers Action history.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Arc and Redux DevTools actually diverge.

Attributes where Arc and Redux DevTools differ
AttributeArcRedux DevTools
Pricing modelFreeopen-source
PlatformsmacOS, Windows, iOSChrome, Firefox, Edge, Electron
FoundedUnknown2015

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Browser Extensions).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Arc

  • Spaces and Profiles
  • Split View
  • Themes
  • Privacy-First Design
  • Chromium Updates

Only in Redux DevTools

  • Action history
  • State diff
  • Time-travel debugging
  • State export
  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Arc

  • Organizing work across multiple projects within one browsernot Redux DevTools
  • Separating personal and professional browsing with spacesnot Redux DevTools
  • Privacy-conscious web browsing without trackingnot Redux DevTools
  • Tab and window management for productivitynot Redux DevTools

Redux DevTools

  • Redux development and debugging tool for JavaScript applicationsnot Arc
  • Action replay and time-travel debugging for state managementnot Arc

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Arc

  • No longer receiving active feature development as of May 2025, entering maintenance mode
  • Limited cross-platform availability compared to mainstream browsers
  • Smaller ecosystem of extensions compared to Chrome
  • Focused on macOS and Windows, with limited iOS support

Redux DevTools

  • Significant performance overhead when tracking large state trees with many action history entries
  • Memory consumption increases with action history, especially with large datasets of 11,000+ records
  • UI becomes sluggish when LogMonitor contains many actions in history
  • Requires manual configuration of maxAge and sanitizers to optimize performance

Pricing, plan by plan

Arc

Free
  • ArcFree
    • Spaces and profiles organization
    • Split view customization
    • Themes and personalization

Redux DevTools

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Redux DevTools review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Arc if

  • You need spaces and profiles.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on macOS, Windows, iOS.
  • You also want split view.
Arc review

Choose Redux DevTools if

  • You need action history.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Electron.
  • You also want state diff.
Redux DevTools review

Questions people ask

Is Arc or Redux DevTools better?
Neither clearly leads. Arc starts at Free and Redux DevTools at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Arc or Redux DevTools?
Arc starts at Free and Redux DevTools at Free.
Does Arc or Redux DevTools run on more platforms?
Arc runs on macOS, Windows, iOS. Redux DevTools runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Electron.
Can I use Arc for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Arc best used for?
Arc is most often used for organizing work across multiple projects within one browser, separating personal and professional browsing with spaces, privacy-conscious web browsing without tracking, tab and window management for productivity. Of those, organizing work across multiple projects within one browser and separating personal and professional browsing with spaces are not what Redux DevTools is typically brought in for.
What can Arc do that Redux DevTools cannot?
Arc covers Spaces and Profiles, Split View, Themes, Privacy-First Design. Redux DevTools covers Action history, State diff, Time-travel debugging, State export.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Arc: Does Arc Browser cost anything to use?

Arc is completely free to download and use with no subscription required. All features are available at no cost.

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Redux DevTools: Is Redux DevTools free?

Yes, Redux DevTools is completely free and open-source under the MIT license. It is available as a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, and can also be used as a standalone app or React component.

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Arc: What operating systems does Arc support?

Arc is available on macOS, Windows, and iOS. Windows and mobile versions are available for download.

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Redux DevTools: What browsers does Redux DevTools support?

Redux DevTools is available as a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. It can also be integrated directly into applications as a React component or standalone app.

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Arc: Will Arc continue to receive new features?

As of May 2025, Arc entered maintenance mode with no new features planned. The Browser Company's focus has shifted to Dia browser, though Arc continues to receive security updates.

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Redux DevTools: Does Redux DevTools work with production builds?

Redux DevTools is designed for development and should be disabled in production builds. Keeping it enabled in production can impact application performance due to state logging overhead.

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Redux DevTools: How do I enable time-travel debugging with Redux DevTools?

Redux DevTools allows you to step back through dispatched actions, canceling actions to return to previous application states. This time-travel debugging is built into the core functionality of the extension.

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