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Honey vs Privacy Badger

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Honey

Browser Extensions

Automatically find and apply coupon codes

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Privacy Badger logo

Privacy Badger

Browser Extensions

Automatically learn to block invisible trackers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Honey browser extension requires permission to access browsing and shopping data; Privacy Badger it is not an ad blocker; the project states its aim is to prevent non-consensual tracking rather than to block ads
  • They diverge on capability: Honey covers Automatic coupon codes, Privacy Badger covers Automatic tracker detection.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Honey and Privacy Badger actually diverge.

Attributes where Honey and Privacy Badger differ
AttributeHoneyPrivacy Badger
Pricing modelUnknownfree
PlatformsChrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, EdgeChrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera
Founded20121990

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 Honey

  • Automatic coupon codes
  • Price history
  • Honey Gold rewards
  • Price drop alerts
  • Safari support

Only in Privacy Badger

  • Automatic tracker detection
  • Learning algorithm
  • Do Not Track support
  • No filter lists required

Both cover

  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support
  • Opera support

What people use each for

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

Honey

  • Testing coupon codes automatically at checkout across 30,000 sitesnot Privacy Badger
  • Notifying shoppers of price drops on saved itemsnot Privacy Badger
  • Comparing Amazon sellers including shipping and Prime costsnot Privacy Badger
  • Supporting shopping across Chrome, Safari, and Firefox browsersnot Privacy Badger
  • Discovering deals at checkout moments without manual searchingnot Privacy Badger

Privacy Badger

  • Blocking third-party trackers that follow users across websitesnot Honey
  • Sending Do Not Track and Global Privacy Control signalsnot Honey
  • Disabling social media tracking widgets like Facebook Like buttonsnot Honey
  • Preventing canvas fingerprinting across websitesnot Honey

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

Privacy Badger

  • It is not an ad blocker; the project states its aim is to prevent non-consensual tracking rather than to block ads
  • There is no Safari build, and Safari on iOS lacks extension capabilities Privacy Badger needs to work
  • Chrome on Android does not support extensions, so Android users have to switch to Firefox or Edge
  • Protection is aimed at third-party trackers and does not comprehensively cover tracking by the site you are actually visiting

Pricing, plan by plan

Honey

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Honey review.

Privacy Badger

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Automatic tracker learning
    • Third-party blocking
    • Do Not Track

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.
Honey review

Choose Privacy Badger if

  • You need automatic tracker detection.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera.
  • You also want learning algorithm.
Privacy Badger review

Questions people ask

Is Honey or Privacy Badger better?
Neither clearly leads. Honey starts at Free and Privacy Badger at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Honey or Privacy Badger?
Honey starts at Free and Privacy Badger at Free.
Does Honey or Privacy Badger run on more platforms?
Honey runs on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Edge. Privacy Badger runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera.
Can I use Honey for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Honey best used for?
Honey is most often used for testing coupon codes automatically at checkout across 30,000 sites, notifying shoppers of price drops on saved items, comparing amazon sellers including shipping and prime costs, supporting shopping across chrome, safari, and firefox browsers. Of those, testing coupon codes automatically at checkout across 30,000 sites and notifying shoppers of price drops on saved items are not what Privacy Badger is typically brought in for.
What can Honey do that Privacy Badger cannot?
Honey covers Automatic coupon codes, Price history, Honey Gold rewards, Price drop alerts. Privacy Badger covers Automatic tracker detection, Learning algorithm, Do Not Track support, No filter lists required. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support, Opera 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.

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Privacy Badger: How much does Privacy Badger cost?

Privacy Badger is free browser extension made by the Electronic Frontier Foundation. There are no pricing tiers or subscription costs. The project accepts donations to support EFF's work.

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Honey: 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.

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Honey: 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.

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Honey: 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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