Comet - Reddit Comments on YouTube & Webpages

Replace Youtube comments with Reddit comments or view the Reddit comments of any webpage.
What is Comet - Reddit Comments on YouTube & Webpages?
Comet - Reddit Comments on YouTube & Webpages is a Chrome extension that substitutes YouTube comments with corresponding Reddit ones, enabling users to acquire richer context. By default, YouTube comments will be replaced. However, if desiring, users can still switch back to YouTube comments. The extension also offers a feature where the Reddit discussion related to the browsing URL can be accessed. No advertisements, data collection or signups are involved. It's worth noting that it bears no affiliation with Reddit or YouTube.

Extension stats

By: z0ccc
Users: 9,000+
Rating: 4.31 (26)
Version: 3.2.2 (Last updated: 2023-10-02)
Creation date: 2022-01-03
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
  • webNavigation
  • sidePanel
Host permissions:
  • *://*.reddit.com/*
Size: 339.97K

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Extension summary

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This browser extension allows users to replace the comment section on YouTube videos with the comments from the corresponding Reddit post. It also allows users to view the Reddit post and comments associated with the current URL in the extension popup.

By default YouTube comments will be replaced with the relevant Reddit comments. YouTube comments can still be viewed by clicking the YouTube icon located at the top right of the comments section.

The extension icon will turn blue when the current web page has been submitted to Reddit, and clicking on it will open a popup where users can view the posts and comments.

Comet contains no ads, collects no data and signup is not required.

GitHub Repository: https://github.com/z0ccc/comet

Note: This extension is not affiliated with Reddit or YouTube.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works as advertised and is creative
  • Provides interesting discussions and threads from Reddit on YouTube
  • Allows users to find relevant comments for videos
  • A great idea to integrate Reddit comments on web platforms
Cons
  • Text becomes unreadable in dark mode on YouTube
  • Causes HTTP error 429 when browsing old Reddit
  • Hides the scrollbar on YouTube in some browsers
  • Not functioning properly for some users
Most mentioned
  • Dark theme issues with YouTube
  • HTTP error 429 when browsing Reddit
  • Hides scrollbar on YouTube
  • Overall utility and creativity of the extension
Recent reviews
Please, make an adjustment for dark theme of youtube. Text becomes unreadable

by Jayson Tanasescu, 2024-10-01

This works on YT, but causes the rate limit HTTP error 429 when browsing (old) reddit. I've isolated it to this extension.
by Omarock, 2024-08-28
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Comet - Reddit Comments on YouTube & Webpages requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Comet - Reddit Comments on YouTube & Webpages has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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