Best alternatives to IE Tab (2026)
10 Chrome extensions that do a similar job to IE Tab, closest first. Each shows real store users, its rating, how recently it was updated and how many permissions it asks for.
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IE Tab alternatives, compared
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UP Tab
UP brings you a NewTab with Time, Date and Search
≈300K users4.5★ from 6 ratingsNot updated for 2+ yearsNo special permissions- About 13× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (0 vs 11)
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We2 New Tab
We2 New Tab is a practical and streamlined browser extension that enhances the new-tab experience with integrated AI capabilities.
≈70K users5.0★ from 1 ratingUpdated 5 weeks ago5 permissions- About 57× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated more recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (5 vs 11)
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N-Tab
Browser Tab Management Tool: Comparable to OneTab
≈3K users4.7★ from 12 ratingsNot updated for 2+ years9 permissions- About 1333× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (9 vs 11)
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Car Tab
Car tab is a novel extension designed to bring images of beautiful cars to your every day peripheral.
≈10K users4.0★ from 10 ratingsNot updated for 4+ years4 permissions- About 400× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (4 vs 11)
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Art Tab
Designed by art lovers for lovers of art this extension will provide you with a pleasant backdrop to a refreshing search experience.
≈6K users3.5★ from 6 ratingsNot updated for 3+ years4 permissions- About 667× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (4 vs 11)
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Bright Tab
Get breathtaking HD images that inspire joy and motivation to start a day. Also, you can get organized with a simple 'to do' list.
≈30K users4.8★ from 24 ratingsNot updated for 3+ years3 permissions- About 133× fewer users than IE Tab
- Rated 0.5 stars higher
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (3 vs 11)
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Matte Tab
This is a custom new tab extension that helps you stay focused and provides you with a net calming working space
≈20K users4.8★ from 9 ratingsUpdated 21 months ago3 permissions- About 200× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (3 vs 11)
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Drop Tab
Install Drop Tab - a custom New Tab with beautiful wallpapers and backgrounds to make your day!
≈10K users4.9★ from 13 ratingsNot updated for 3+ years3 permissions- About 400× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (3 vs 11)
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Zombie new tab
Enjoy your new zombie Tab on every new tab
≈7K users5.0★ from 1 ratingNot updated for 2+ years1 permissions- About 571× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (1 vs 11)
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NFT Tab
See currently trending NFTs in every new tab that you can browse, sort, & bookmark
≈5K usersNot rated yetNot updated for 3+ years1 permissions- About 800× fewer users than IE Tab
- Updated less recently
- Asks for fewer permissions (1 vs 11)
IE Tab alternatives: questions
What is the best alternative to IE Tab?
By users, the most popular alternative is UP Tab with ≈300K users and a 4.5-star rating. The closest match by what it does is UP Tab.
Is there a IE Tab alternative that asks for fewer permissions?
UP Tab asks for 0 permissions, against 11 for IE Tab.
How many alternatives to IE Tab are there?
We list 10 close alternatives to IE Tab on the Chrome Web Store, picked by what they do and ranked by how close they are.
Users and ratings are the figures shown on the Chrome Web Store, re-checked continuously. Alternatives are matched on name, description, category and topic. Browse best-of lists by niche.