Software · head to head
Momentum vs Raindrop.io
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Momentum free version lacks advanced task manager integrations available in Plus tier; Raindrop.io no offline access to bookmarks
- They diverge on capability: Momentum covers Daily photos, Raindrop.io covers Bookmark management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Momentum and Raindrop.io actually diverge.
| Attribute | Momentum | Raindrop.io |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, macOS (native app) | Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown), founded (2013).
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 Momentum
- Daily photos
- Weather widget
- Todo list
- Daily focus
Only in Raindrop.io
- Bookmark management
- Collections
- Full-text search
- Duplicate detection
- Safari support
- 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.
Momentum
- Free version lacks advanced task manager integrations available in Plus tier
- Habit tracking and metrics features only available in paid plan
- Limited customization options in free version compared to premium tier
- Syncing with external task managers requires Plus subscription
Raindrop.io
- No offline access to bookmarks
- Free plan limited to 100 MB per month file uploads
- Free plan limited to 3 highlights per bookmark, Pro unlimited
- Full-text search only available in Pro plan
- No self-hosted deployment option
- No enterprise SSO or SAML support
Pricing, plan by plan
Momentum
Free- FreeFree
- Daily focus
- To-do lists
- Weather and links
- Momentum Plus$undefined/mo
- Unlimited Focus Mode
- Vision board creation
- Tab Stash functionality
Raindrop.io
Free- FreeFree
- Unlimited bookmarks and collections
- Basic organization with tags and filters
- Cross-device syncing
- Pro$3.17/month
- Everything in Free
- Full-text search of all page content
- Permanent web archives of saved pages
Which should you pick?
Choose Momentum if
- You need daily photos.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, macOS (native app).
- You also want weather widget.
Choose Raindrop.io if
- You need bookmark management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
- You also want collections.
Questions people ask
- Is Momentum or Raindrop.io better?
- Neither clearly leads. Momentum starts at Free and Raindrop.io at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Momentum or Raindrop.io?
- Momentum starts at Free and Raindrop.io at Free.
- Does Momentum or Raindrop.io run on more platforms?
- Momentum runs on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, macOS (native app). Raindrop.io runs on Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Momentum for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can Momentum do that Raindrop.io cannot?
- Momentum covers Daily photos, Weather widget, Todo list, Daily focus. Raindrop.io covers Bookmark management, Collections, Full-text search, Duplicate detection. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Momentum: Is Momentum free?
Momentum offers a free version with core features like daily focus, to-do lists, weather, and motivational quotes. Premium features are available through Momentum Plus subscription.
SourceRaindrop.io: Does Raindrop.io work offline?
No, Raindrop.io is a cloud-based service and does not support offline access to your bookmarks. An offline mode has been heavily requested by users but is not yet available.
SourceMomentum: What is Focus Mode in Momentum?
Focus Mode displays your main daily objective on the new tab page to keep you centered on your primary task and reduce distractions throughout your workday.
SourceRaindrop.io: Can I export all my bookmarks from Raindrop.io?
Yes. You can export your entire account, individual collections, or selected bookmarks in HTML (Netscape Bookmarks format), CSV, or TXT formats. Pro users can create automatic daily backups with up to 30 retained versions.
SourceMomentum: Does Momentum integrate with task managers?
Yes. Momentum Plus integrates with popular task managers including Todoist, Asana, and ClickUp, allowing seamless synchronization of your tasks.
SourceRaindrop.io: What is the difference between the free and Pro plans?
The free plan offers unlimited bookmarks and collections with basic organization. Pro ($38/year) adds full-text search of page content, permanent web archives, AI tag suggestions, file uploads up to 10GB/month, automatic backups, and an AI assistant for managing bookmarks.
SourceMomentum: What platforms does Momentum support?
Momentum is available on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge as a browser extension, with a native macOS app also available.
SourceRaindrop.io: How much can I upload to Raindrop.io on the free plan?
Free users are limited to 100 MB per month in file uploads, with individual files capped at 100 MB. Pro users get 10 GB per month with 300 MB per file.
SourceMomentum: Does Momentum Plus include soundscapes?
Yes. Momentum Plus subscribers get access to Focus Mode soundscapes designed for concentration and deep work, along with other premium features.
SourceRaindrop.io: Does Raindrop.io offer self-hosting or SSO for teams?
No, Raindrop.io is a cloud-only service. There is no self-hosted option or enterprise SSO (SAML/LDAP) support. Authentication is limited to email/password, Google, or Apple sign-in.
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