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Raindrop.io vs Tampermonkey

Raindrop.io logo

Raindrop.io

Browser Extensions

All-in-one bookmark manager

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: Raindrop.io no offline access to bookmarks; 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: Raindrop.io covers Bookmark management, Tampermonkey covers Userscript management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Raindrop.io and Tampermonkey actually diverge.

Attributes where Raindrop.io and Tampermonkey differ
AttributeRaindrop.ioTampermonkey
Pricing modelUnknownopen-source
PlatformsWeb, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, macOS, Windows, iOS, AndroidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
Founded20132010

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 Raindrop.io

  • Bookmark management
  • Collections
  • Full-text search
  • Duplicate detection

Only in Tampermonkey

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

Both cover

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

What people use each for

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

Raindrop.io

  • Organizing research materials across multiple projects with instant previewsnot Tampermonkey
  • Backing up web articles and pages before disappearing from the internetnot Tampermonkey
  • Tagging and annotating content for collaborative team research with highlightsnot Tampermonkey
  • Consolidating bookmarks from Twitter, YouTube, and Dropbox into unified collectionsnot Tampermonkey

Tampermonkey

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

Where each one falls short

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

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

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

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

Tampermonkey

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Tampermonkey review.

Which should you pick?

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.
Raindrop.io 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 Raindrop.io or Tampermonkey better?
Neither clearly leads. Raindrop.io 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, Raindrop.io or Tampermonkey?
Raindrop.io starts at Free and Tampermonkey at Free.
Does Raindrop.io or Tampermonkey run on more platforms?
Raindrop.io runs on Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. Tampermonkey runs on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
Can I use Raindrop.io for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Raindrop.io best used for?
Raindrop.io is most often used for organizing research materials across multiple projects with instant previews, backing up web articles and pages before disappearing from the internet, tagging and annotating content for collaborative team research with highlights, consolidating bookmarks from twitter, youtube, and dropbox into unified collections. Of those, organizing research materials across multiple projects with instant previews and backing up web articles and pages before disappearing from the internet are not what Tampermonkey is typically brought in for.
What can Raindrop.io do that Tampermonkey cannot?
Raindrop.io covers Bookmark management, Collections, Full-text search, Duplicate detection. 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

Raindrop.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.

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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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Raindrop.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.

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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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Raindrop.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.

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Raindrop.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.

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Raindrop.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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