Browser Extensions · head to head
Redux DevTools vs Honey
Redux DevTools
Browser Extensions
Debug Redux state changes in your browser
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Redux DevTools significant performance overhead when tracking large state trees with many action history entries; Honey browser extension requires permission to access browsing and shopping data
- They diverge on capability: Redux DevTools covers Action history, Honey covers Automatic coupon codes.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Redux DevTools and Honey actually diverge.
| Attribute | Redux DevTools | Honey |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Electron | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Edge |
| Founded | 2015 | 2012 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), 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 Redux DevTools
- Action history
- State diff
- Time-travel debugging
- State export
Only in Honey
- Automatic coupon codes
- Price history
- Honey Gold rewards
- Price drop alerts
- 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.
Redux DevTools
- Significant performance overhead when tracking large state trees with many action history entries
- Memory consumption increases with action history, especially with large datasets of 11,000+ records
- UI becomes sluggish when LogMonitor contains many actions in history
- Requires manual configuration of maxAge and sanitizers to optimize performance
Honey
- Browser extension requires permission to access browsing and shopping data
- Limited to 30,000+ retailer sites; not all retailers supported
Pricing, plan by plan
Redux DevTools
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Redux DevTools review.
Honey
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Honey review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Redux DevTools if
- You need action history.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Electron.
- You also want state diff.
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.
Questions people ask
- Is Redux DevTools or Honey better?
- Neither clearly leads. Redux DevTools starts at Free and Honey at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Redux DevTools or Honey?
- Redux DevTools starts at Free and Honey at Free.
- Does Redux DevTools or Honey run on more platforms?
- Redux DevTools runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Electron. Honey runs on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Edge.
- Can I use Redux DevTools for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can Redux DevTools do that Honey cannot?
- Redux DevTools covers Action history, State diff, Time-travel debugging, State export. Honey covers Automatic coupon codes, Price history, Honey Gold rewards, Price drop alerts. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Redux DevTools: Is Redux DevTools free?
Yes, Redux DevTools is completely free and open-source under the MIT license. It is available as a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, and can also be used as a standalone app or React component.
SourceHoney: 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.
SourceRedux DevTools: What browsers does Redux DevTools support?
Redux DevTools is available as a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. It can also be integrated directly into applications as a React component or standalone app.
SourceHoney: 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.
SourceRedux DevTools: Does Redux DevTools work with production builds?
Redux DevTools is designed for development and should be disabled in production builds. Keeping it enabled in production can impact application performance due to state logging overhead.
SourceHoney: 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.
SourceRedux DevTools: How do I enable time-travel debugging with Redux DevTools?
Redux DevTools allows you to step back through dispatched actions, canceling actions to return to previous application states. This time-travel debugging is built into the core functionality of the extension.
SourceHoney: 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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