Browser Extensions · head to head
HTTPS Everywhere vs Capital One Shopping
Capital One Shopping
Browser Extensions
Automatically save while you shop
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- Rated
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: HTTPS Everywhere product discontinued as of January 2023; Capital One Shopping limited to coupon and price comparison features, no true cashback rewards
- They diverge on capability: HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Capital One Shopping covers Price comparison.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HTTPS Everywhere and Capital One Shopping actually diverge.
| Attribute | HTTPS Everywhere | Capital One Shopping |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | free | Unknown |
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera | Web, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 1990 | 2014 |
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 HTTPS Everywhere
- Automatic HTTPS
- Encryption enforcement
- Rule-based upgrading
- Observatory integration
- Opera support
Only in Capital One Shopping
- Price comparison
- Coupon finder
- Price tracking
- Credits rewards
- Safari 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.
HTTPS Everywhere
- Product discontinued as of January 2023
- Functionality now built into all modern browsers natively
- No longer receives security updates or maintenance
Capital One Shopping
- Limited to coupon and price comparison features, no true cashback rewards
- Dependent on retailers offering coupons or price matching
- Browser extension adds processing overhead to shopping sessions
Pricing, plan by plan
HTTPS Everywhere
Free- FreeFree
- Automatic HTTPS upgrade
- Rule sets
- Custom rules
Capital One Shopping
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Capital One Shopping review.
Which should you pick?
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.
Choose Capital One Shopping if
- You need price comparison.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want coupon finder.
Questions people ask
- Is HTTPS Everywhere or Capital One Shopping better?
- Neither clearly leads. HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and Capital One Shopping at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HTTPS Everywhere or Capital One Shopping?
- HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and Capital One Shopping at Free.
- Does HTTPS Everywhere or Capital One Shopping run on more platforms?
- HTTPS Everywhere runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera. Capital One Shopping runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use HTTPS Everywhere for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can HTTPS Everywhere do that Capital One Shopping cannot?
- HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Encryption enforcement, Rule-based upgrading, Observatory integration. Capital One Shopping covers Price comparison, Coupon finder, Price tracking, Credits rewards. 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.
SourceCapital One Shopping: Is Capital One Shopping free?
Yes. Capital One Shopping is 100% free to install and use on desktop or mobile. There are no fees or charges.
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.
SourceCapital One Shopping: Does Capital One Shopping require a Capital One account?
No. Capital One Shopping is free for everyone, including people who are not Capital One customers.
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.
SourceCapital One Shopping: What platforms does Capital One Shopping support?
Capital One Shopping is available as a browser extension for desktop browsers and as a mobile app for iOS and Android.