Software · head to head
Violentmonkey vs Momentum
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Violentmonkey smaller script ecosystem compared to Tampermonkey which has larger user base and more available scripts; Momentum free version lacks advanced task manager integrations available in Plus tier
- They diverge on capability: Violentmonkey covers Userscript support, Momentum covers Daily photos.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Violentmonkey and Momentum actually diverge.
| Attribute | Violentmonkey | Momentum |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, macOS (native app) |
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 Violentmonkey
- Userscript support
- Clean interface
- Cloud sync
- Script editor
- Opera support
Only in Momentum
- Daily photos
- Weather widget
- Todo list
- Daily focus
Both cover
- Chrome support
- Firefox support
- Edge support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Violentmonkey
- Run open-source userscripts to customize or automate web pagesnot Momentum
- Import scripts compatible with Greasemonkey and Tampermonkey formatsnot Momentum
- Sync scripts and settings across browsers via Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, or WebDAVnot Momentum
- Batch import/export scripts as zip filesnot Momentum
Momentum
No use cases recorded yet. See the Momentum review.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Violentmonkey
- Smaller script ecosystem compared to Tampermonkey which has larger user base and more available scripts
- Less marketing and visibility results in lower adoption compared to more widely-known alternatives
- Community maintenance model means slower feature development compared to commercial alternatives
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
Pricing, plan by plan
Violentmonkey
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Violentmonkey review.
Momentum
Free- FreeFree
- Daily focus
- To-do lists
- Weather and links
- Momentum Plus$undefined/mo
- Unlimited Focus Mode
- Vision board creation
- Tab Stash functionality
Which should you pick?
Choose Violentmonkey if
- You need userscript support.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- You also want clean interface.
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.
Questions people ask
- Is Violentmonkey or Momentum better?
- Neither clearly leads. Violentmonkey starts at Free and Momentum at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Violentmonkey or Momentum?
- Violentmonkey starts at Free and Momentum at Free.
- Does Violentmonkey or Momentum run on more platforms?
- Violentmonkey runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge. Momentum runs on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, macOS (native app).
- Can I use Violentmonkey for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Violentmonkey best used for?
- Violentmonkey is most often used for run open-source userscripts to customize or automate web pages, import scripts compatible with greasemonkey and tampermonkey formats, sync scripts and settings across browsers via dropbox, onedrive, google drive, or webdav, batch import/export scripts as zip files. Of those, run open-source userscripts to customize or automate web pages and import scripts compatible with greasemonkey and tampermonkey formats are not what Momentum is typically brought in for.
- What can Violentmonkey do that Momentum cannot?
- Violentmonkey covers Userscript support, Clean interface, Cloud sync, Script editor. Momentum covers Daily photos, Weather widget, Todo list, Daily focus. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Violentmonkey: Is Violentmonkey open-source?
Yes. Violentmonkey is fully open-source and available on GitHub, making it free to use and community-maintained unlike Tampermonkey which has a larger proprietary ecosystem.
SourceMomentum: 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.
SourceViolentmonkey: What browsers does Violentmonkey support?
Violentmonkey works on browsers with WebExtensions support, including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and other Chromium-based browsers.
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.
SourceViolentmonkey: How does Violentmonkey compare to Tampermonkey in performance?
Community benchmarks show Violentmonkey uses about 15 to 30 percent less RAM on Chrome compared to Tampermonkey when managing many open tabs.
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.
SourceViolentmonkey: What is the current version of Violentmonkey?
Violentmonkey reached version 2.46.0 as of July 31, 2026, with active ongoing development and regular updates to the open-source project.
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.
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.
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