Browser Extensions · head to head
Honey vs React Developer Tools
React Developer Tools
Browser Extensions
Debug React applications in your browser
- From
- Free
- Rated
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Honey browser extension requires permission to access browsing and shopping data; React Developer Tools react Developer Tools ships under the MIT license as part of the React open source project, free with no commercial tier; support is community GitHub issues only, with no vendor SLA.
- They diverge on capability: Honey covers Automatic coupon codes, React Developer Tools covers Component inspection.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Honey and React Developer Tools actually diverge.
| Attribute | Honey | React Developer Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Unknown | free |
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Edge | Chrome, Firefox, Edge |
| Category | Unknown | Browser Extensions |
| Founded | 2012 | 2004 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).
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 Honey
- Automatic coupon codes
- Price history
- Honey Gold rewards
- Price drop alerts
- Safari support
- Opera support
Only in React Developer Tools
- Component inspection
- Props/State viewing
- Performance profiler
- Hooks debugging
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.
Honey
- Browser extension requires permission to access browsing and shopping data
- Limited to 30,000+ retailer sites; not all retailers supported
React Developer Tools
- React Developer Tools ships under the MIT license as part of the React open source project, free with no commercial tier; support is community GitHub issues only, with no vendor SLA.
Pricing, plan by plan
Honey
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Honey review.
React Developer Tools
Free- FreeFree
- Component tree
- Props inspection
- State tracking
Which should you pick?
Choose Honey if
- You need automatic coupon codes.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Edge.
- You also want price history.
Choose React Developer Tools if
- You need component inspection.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- You also want props/state viewing.
Questions people ask
- Is Honey or React Developer Tools better?
- Neither clearly leads. Honey starts at Free and React Developer Tools at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Honey or React Developer Tools?
- Honey starts at Free and React Developer Tools at Free.
- Does Honey or React Developer Tools run on more platforms?
- Honey runs on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Edge. React Developer Tools runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- Can I use Honey for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can Honey do that React Developer Tools cannot?
- Honey covers Automatic coupon codes, Price history, Honey Gold rewards, Price drop alerts. React Developer Tools covers Component inspection, Props/State viewing, Performance profiler, Hooks debugging. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Honey: Is Honey free to use?
Yes, Honey's browser extension is completely free to use with no subscription fees. Users can earn rewards through purchases on participating sites and redeem points for gift cards.
SourceHoney: What browsers does Honey support?
Honey is available for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, and Edge browsers on desktop. iOS users can enable the extension for mobile Safari through the PayPal mobile app, but Android does not currently support the mobile extension.
SourceHoney: How does Honey search for coupon codes?
Honey automatically searches for and tests available coupon codes at checkout on 30,000+ popular sites. If a working code is found, Honey applies the one with the biggest savings to your cart.
SourceHoney: Can I track price drops with Honey?
Yes, Honey's Droplist feature allows you to add items and receive notifications about price drops, helping you find the best time to purchase.
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