uMatrix vs NoScript

Struggling to choose between uMatrix and NoScript? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

uMatrix is a Security & Privacy solution with tags like firewall, privacy, security, browser-extension.

It boasts features such as Allows granular control over browser requests, Can block scripts, iframes, CSS, images, etc, Prevents cross-site tracking, Forces HTTPS connections, Open source and pros including Very customizable, Improves privacy, Enhances security, Lightweight and fast.

On the other hand, NoScript is a Security & Privacy product tagged with javascript, java, flash, plugins, privacy, security.

Its standout features include Blocks execution of JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins by default, Whitelist-based plugin permission system allows enabling plugins on a per-site basis, Prevents clickjacking, XSS and other web-based attacks, Provides privacy by blocking web trackers and beacons, Lightweight extension with minimal impact on browser performance, and it shines with pros like Improves security and privacy while browsing the web, Lets user control which sites can run plugins/scripts, Easy to whitelist trusted sites and enable plugins only when needed, Open source code can be audited for security, Free to use with no ads or paid tiers.

Feature	uMatrix	NoScript
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Security & Privacy	Security & Privacy

Product Overview

uMatrix

Description: uMatrix is an open-source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and Firefox forks. It works as a firewall and allows users to selectively enable and disable various types of requests made by websites for improved security and privacy.

NoScript

Description: NoScript is a free, open source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and other browsers. It allows users to selectively enable and disable JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins on a site-by-site basis for security and privacy reasons.

Key Features Comparison

uMatrix Features

• Allows granular control over browser requests
• Can block scripts, iframes, CSS, images, etc
• Prevents cross-site tracking
• Forces HTTPS connections
• Open source

NoScript Features

• Blocks execution of JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins by default
• Whitelist-based plugin permission system allows enabling plugins on a per-site basis
• Prevents clickjacking, XSS and other web-based attacks
• Provides privacy by blocking web trackers and beacons
• Lightweight extension with minimal impact on browser performance

Pros & Cons Analysis

uMatrix

Pros

• Very customizable
• Improves privacy
• Enhances security
• Lightweight and fast

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Can break websites
• Requires more configuration than other blockers

NoScript

Pros

• Improves security and privacy while browsing the web
• Lets user control which sites can run plugins/scripts
• Easy to whitelist trusted sites and enable plugins only when needed
• Open source code can be audited for security
• Free to use with no ads or paid tiers

Cons

• Some sites break without JavaScript enabled
• Requires configuring whitelist for full functionality
• Not compatible with all browsers
• Can sometimes block useful functionality

Pricing Comparison

uMatrix

• Open Source

NoScript

• Free
• Open Source