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Notion Web Clipper vs Tampermonkey

Notion Web Clipper logo

Notion Web Clipper

Content Creation

Save anything from the web to Notion

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tampermonkey logo

Tampermonkey

Browser Extensions

The most popular userscript manager

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Notion Web Clipper free plan limits file uploads to 5 MB; Tampermonkey only source code up to version 2.9 is GPLv3; all newer versions are distributed under a proprietary license despite the extension itself being free to use
  • They diverge on capability: Notion Web Clipper covers Web clipping, Tampermonkey covers Userscript management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Notion Web Clipper and Tampermonkey actually diverge.

Attributes where Notion Web Clipper and Tampermonkey differ
AttributeNotion Web ClipperTampermonkey
Pricing modelfreemiumopen-source
PlatformsWeb (Chrome), MobileWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
CategoryContent CreationBrowser Extensions
Founded20132010

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 Notion Web Clipper

  • Web clipping
  • Database integration
  • Tag support
  • Quick capture

Only in Tampermonkey

  • Userscript management
  • Script editor
  • Auto-update
  • Cloud sync
  • Opera support

Both cover

  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support
  • Safari support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Notion Web Clipper

  • Web clipper integration for saving articles and researchnot Tampermonkey
  • Team workspace with document collaborationnot Tampermonkey
  • AI-powered workspace for work automation and project managementnot Tampermonkey

Tampermonkey

  • Auto-run custom JavaScript to add features to specific websitesnot Notion Web Clipper
  • Block ads, remove clutter, or reformat page layout via community/personal userscriptsnot Notion Web Clipper
  • Run scripts sourced from Greasy Fork or similar userscript repositoriesnot Notion Web Clipper
  • Automate repetitive web tasks such as form-filling or redirect skipping via installed scriptsnot Notion Web Clipper

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Notion Web Clipper

  • Free plan limits file uploads to 5 MB
  • Free plan only allows 7-day page history vs. 30 days on Plus
  • Plus plan ($10/month) is double the cost of Business plan ($20/month) but lacks AI and advanced features

Tampermonkey

  • Only source code up to version 2.9 is GPLv3; all newer versions are distributed under a proprietary license despite the extension itself being free to use
  • Under Manifest V3, GM_webRequest is not (yet) supported
  • Under Manifest V3, GM_xmlhttpRequest fires only one progress event instead of streaming progress, requiring a responseType: 'stream' workaround
  • Since v5.3.2, Chrome/Edge (MV3) requires the user to manually enable Developer Mode, or from Chrome 138+ a per-extension 'Allow User Scripts' toggle, before any userscript will run

Pricing, plan by plan

Notion Web Clipper

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Essentials for staying organized
    • Limited AI trial features
    • Basic forms and sites
  • Plus$10/month
    • All Free features
    • Custom forms and sites
    • Unlimited charts and file uploads
  • Business$20/month
    • All Plus features
    • Notion Agent (autonomous task automation)
    • AI Meeting Notes
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • All Business features
    • Zero data retention with LLM providers
    • User provisioning (SCIM)

Tampermonkey

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Tampermonkey review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Notion Web Clipper if

  • You need web clipping.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web (Chrome), Mobile.
  • You also want database integration.
Notion Web Clipper review

Choose Tampermonkey if

  • You need userscript management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
  • You also want script editor.
Tampermonkey review

Questions people ask

Is Notion Web Clipper or Tampermonkey better?
Neither clearly leads. Notion Web Clipper starts at Free and Tampermonkey at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Notion Web Clipper or Tampermonkey?
Notion Web Clipper starts at Free and Tampermonkey at Free.
Does Notion Web Clipper or Tampermonkey run on more platforms?
Notion Web Clipper runs on Web (Chrome), Mobile. Tampermonkey runs on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
Can I use Notion Web Clipper for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Notion Web Clipper best used for?
Notion Web Clipper is most often used for web clipper integration for saving articles and research, team workspace with document collaboration, ai-powered workspace for work automation and project management. Of those, web clipper integration for saving articles and research and team workspace with document collaboration are not what Tampermonkey is typically brought in for.
What can Notion Web Clipper do that Tampermonkey cannot?
Notion Web Clipper covers Web clipping, Database integration, Tag support, Quick capture. Tampermonkey covers Userscript management, Script editor, Auto-update, Cloud sync. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support, Safari support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Notion Web Clipper: Is Notion free?

Yes, Notion offers a free plan with unlimited databases, basic AI trial features, and web clipper functionality. The free plan includes 7-day page history and 5 MB file upload limit.

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Tampermonkey: How much does Tampermonkey cost?

Tampermonkey is completely free for all versions and across all supported browsers including Chrome, Edge, Safari, Opera, and Firefox.

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Notion Web Clipper: How much does Notion Plus cost?

Notion Plus costs $10 per member per month. It includes all Free features plus custom forms, unlimited charts and file uploads, basic app connections, 30-day page history, and unlimited external guests.

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Tampermonkey: Is Tampermonkey available on all browsers?

Yes, Tampermonkey is available on Chrome 120 and later, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Opera Next, and Firefox with no cost.

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Notion Web Clipper: What does Notion Business plan offer?

Notion Business costs $20 per member per month. It includes all Plus features plus Notion Agent for task automation, AI Meeting Notes, Enterprise Search, SAML SSO, granular permissions, private teamspaces, and premium app connections.

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Notion Web Clipper: What is the difference between Notion Plus and Business plans?

Plus ($10/month) is for small teams needing file uploads and app connections. Business ($20/month) adds AI features like Notion Agent, AI Meeting Notes, and Enterprise Search, plus SAML SSO and advanced permissions.

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