Browser Extensions · head to head
HTTPS Everywhere vs ColorZilla
The short version
- Each has a real cost: HTTPS Everywhere product discontinued as of January 2023; 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
- They diverge on capability: HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, ColorZilla covers Color picker.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HTTPS Everywhere and ColorZilla actually diverge.
| Attribute | HTTPS Everywhere | ColorZilla |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera | Chrome, Firefox, Edge |
| Founded | 1990 | 2007 |
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 HTTPS Everywhere
- Automatic HTTPS
- Encryption enforcement
- Rule-based upgrading
- Observatory integration
- Opera support
Only in ColorZilla
- Color picker
- Eyedropper tool
- Gradient generator
- Palette analyzer
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
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
Pricing, plan by plan
HTTPS Everywhere
Free- FreeFree
- Automatic HTTPS upgrade
- Rule sets
- Custom rules
ColorZilla
Free- FreeFree
- Color picker
- Eyedropper
- Gradient generator
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 ColorZilla if
- You need color picker.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- You also want eyedropper tool.
Questions people ask
- Is HTTPS Everywhere or ColorZilla better?
- Neither clearly leads. HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and ColorZilla at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HTTPS Everywhere or ColorZilla?
- HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and ColorZilla at Free.
- Does HTTPS Everywhere or ColorZilla run on more platforms?
- HTTPS Everywhere runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera. ColorZilla runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- 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 ColorZilla cannot?
- HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Encryption enforcement, Rule-based upgrading, Observatory integration. ColorZilla covers Color picker, Eyedropper tool, Gradient generator, Palette analyzer. 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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