Overview
Momentum is a browser extension that replaces your new tab page with a beautiful, personalized dashboard designed to inspire focus and productivity. Each time you open a new tab, you're greeted with a stunning photo, your name, your main focus for the day, and helpful productivity tools—all in a clean, aesthetically pleasing interface.
Key Features
Free Features
Daily Inspiration:
- Gorgeous Photos: New breathtaking background image every day
- Inspirational Quotes: Daily quotes to motivate and inspire
- Personal Greeting: Addresses you by name with time-appropriate greetings
Productivity Tools:
- Main Focus: Set one primary focus for the day to maintain clarity
- To-Do Lists: Simple, easy-to-use task lists
- Quick Links: Shortcuts to your favorite websites
- Local Weather: Current weather and forecast for your location
Customization:
- Show/Hide Features: Customize what appears on your dashboard
- Focus Mode: Minimize distractions when you need deep work
Plus/Premium Features (Momentum Plus)
Advanced Productivity:
- Unlimited Focus Mode: Extended focus sessions
- Tab Stash: Manage and organize multiple tabs
- Notes & AI: Notes feature with AI assistance
- Ask AI: AI-powered productivity assistant
Enrichment:
- Soundscapes: Ambient sounds for better focus (rain, coffee shop, nature, etc.)
- Vision Board: Visual goal-setting and inspiration board
- Custom Photos: Upload your own background images
Integrations:
- ClickUp: Sync tasks with ClickUp
- Todoist: Integrate with Todoist task management
- Asana: Connect to Asana projects
- Google Calendar: Display calendar events
- Outlook Calendar: Microsoft calendar integration
Browser Support
- Google Chrome: Full feature support
- Mozilla Firefox: Full feature support
- Microsoft Edge: Via Chromium compatibility
- Brave: Via Chromium compatibility
User Base & Recognition
- 3+ million users worldwide
- Featured in Tim Ferriss' Tools of Titans
- Highlighted in The Wall Street Journal
- Showcased at Apple Worldwide Developer Conference
- Product Hunt featured
Pricing
Free Plan
- Daily photo, quote, and mantra
- Main focus setting
- Basic to-do lists
- Weather and quick links
- Customizable visibility settings
Momentum Plus
- Monthly: $3.33/month
- Annual: $19.99/year (save 50%)
- All free features plus:
- Unlimited Focus Mode
- Tab Stash
- Notes AI & Ask AI
- Soundscapes
- Vision board
- Task manager integrations
- Custom photos
- Priority support
Use Cases
Morning Routine Enhancement
- Start your day with inspiration and clarity
- Review your main focus before diving into work
- Check weather while planning your day
- See your top tasks at a glance
Work Focus
- Maintain awareness of daily priorities with every new tab
- Quick access to frequently-used work tools
- Ambient soundscapes for better concentration
- Focus mode to minimize distractions
Goal Tracking
- Vision board for long-term aspirations
- Daily focus to break down big goals
- To-do lists for actionable steps
- Inspirational quotes for motivation
Student Productivity
- Stay organized with assignment due dates
- Quick links to learning platforms
- Focus mode during study sessions
- Daily motivation during challenging periods
Privacy & Data
Momentum emphasizes user privacy:
- Does not share or sell user data
- Minimal data collection
- Optional account creation for sync features
- Local storage for personal information
Comparison with Alternatives
vs. Infinity New Tab
- Momentum: More minimalist and focused on daily inspiration
- Infinity: More customizable with widgets and layouts
- Use Case: Momentum for simplicity; Infinity for power users
vs. Tabliss
- Momentum: Feature-rich with productivity tools
- Tabliss: Ultra-minimalist, customizable backgrounds
- Cost: Momentum has premium tier; Tabliss is free
vs. Manganum
- Momentum: Established with large user base
- Manganum: Newer with modern features
- Focus: Momentum on daily inspiration; Manganum on productivity workflows
Benefits
Psychological
- Positive Start: Beautiful visuals create positive associations with productivity
- Clarity: Single main focus reduces decision paralysis
- Motivation: Daily quotes inspire action
- Mindfulness: Intentional pause with each new tab
Practical
- Quick Access: Links and tools immediately available
- Habit Building: Daily focus ritual reinforces productivity habits
- Organization: Consolidated productivity dashboard
- Customization: Tailor to personal workflow
How to Get Started
- Install from Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons
- Enter your name when prompted
- Set your main focus for the day
- Customize which features to display
- Add your favorite links
- Optional: Upgrade to Plus for advanced features
Best Practices
- Set Main Focus Each Morning: Make it a daily ritual
- Keep To-Do List Short: 3-5 items maximum for focus
- Use Focus Mode: Enable during deep work sessions
- Customize Thoughtfully: Show only what serves you
- Connect Task Manager: Integrate with your existing workflow
- Explore Soundscapes: Find what helps your concentration
Ideal For
- People who open many new tabs throughout the day
- Visual learners who respond to aesthetic inspiration
- Those seeking gentle productivity reminders
- Users who want minimal-effort organization
- Anyone building better morning routines
- Remote workers needing environmental variety (via photos)
Not Ideal For
- Users wanting extensive customization (use Infinity New Tab)
- Those who prefer completely minimal new tabs (use Tabliss)
- People who find visual elements distracting
- Users not willing to pay for advanced features
- Those wanting deep analytics (use RescueTime)
