Browser Extensions · head to head
ColorZilla vs HTTPS Everywhere
The short version
- Each has a real cost: ColorZilla the vendor's own homepage as captured by the Internet Archive on 2 January 2022 describes ColorZilla only as a free browser extension for Firefox and Chrome (eyedropper, color picker, gradient generator) with no paid tier, pricing page, or subscription mentioned anywhere on the site; HTTPS Everywhere product discontinued as of January 2023
- They diverge on capability: ColorZilla covers Color picker, HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which ColorZilla and HTTPS Everywhere actually diverge.
| Attribute | ColorZilla | HTTPS Everywhere |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera |
| Founded | 2007 | 1990 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (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 ColorZilla
- Color picker
- Eyedropper tool
- Gradient generator
- Palette analyzer
Only in HTTPS Everywhere
- Automatic HTTPS
- Encryption enforcement
- Rule-based upgrading
- Observatory integration
- Opera support
Both cover
- Chrome support
- Firefox support
- Edge support
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
ColorZilla
- The vendor's own homepage as captured by the Internet Archive on 2 January 2022 describes ColorZilla only as a free browser extension for Firefox and Chrome (eyedropper, color picker, gradient generator) with no paid tier, pricing page, or subscription mentioned anywhere on the site
HTTPS Everywhere
- Product discontinued as of January 2023
- Functionality now built into all modern browsers natively
- No longer receives security updates or maintenance
Pricing, plan by plan
ColorZilla
Free- FreeFree
- Color picker
- Eyedropper
- Gradient generator
HTTPS Everywhere
Free- FreeFree
- Automatic HTTPS upgrade
- Rule sets
- Custom rules
Which should you pick?
Choose ColorZilla if
- You need color picker.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- You also want eyedropper tool.
Choose HTTPS Everywhere if
- You need automatic https.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera.
- You also want encryption enforcement.
Questions people ask
- Is ColorZilla or HTTPS Everywhere better?
- Neither clearly leads. ColorZilla starts at Free and HTTPS Everywhere at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, ColorZilla or HTTPS Everywhere?
- ColorZilla starts at Free and HTTPS Everywhere at Free.
- Does ColorZilla or HTTPS Everywhere run on more platforms?
- ColorZilla runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge. HTTPS Everywhere runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera.
- Can I use ColorZilla for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can ColorZilla do that HTTPS Everywhere cannot?
- ColorZilla covers Color picker, Eyedropper tool, Gradient generator, Palette analyzer. HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Encryption enforcement, Rule-based upgrading, Observatory integration. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
HTTPS Everywhere: Is HTTPS Everywhere still maintained?
No. HTTPS Everywhere was retired in January 2023 because major browsers added native HTTPS upgrade features, making the extension obsolete.
SourceHTTPS Everywhere: What functionality did HTTPS Everywhere provide?
The extension automatically redirected HTTP connections to HTTPS when available, improving encryption and privacy on unencrypted websites.
SourceHTTPS Everywhere: What is the recommended replacement?
Modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari now include built-in HTTPS upgrade features that automatically redirect to secure connections, making HTTPS Everywhere unnecessary.
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