Noir - Dark Mode for Safari vs Dark Reader for Safari
Objective comparison powered by Apple verified App Store metrics and quality scores
Automatically adds a gorgeous, OLED-friendly dark mode to every website you visit.
Official Safari port of the legendary, highly-configurable open-source dark mode engine.
Which one should you install?
Noir is built specifically for Apple WebKit with blistering speed; Dark Reader offers unmatched cross-browser tweaking.
Choose Noir if you demand native Safari speed, automated dark style generation, and zero page stutter.
Choose Dark Reader if you want granular slider adjustments for brightness, contrast, and font styling.
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Noir - Dark Mode for Safari | Dark Reader for Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Quality Score | 90 (A+) | 92 (A+) |
| Pricing Model | $2.99 (one-time) | $4.99 (one-time) |
| Download Size | 21.6 MB | 4.0 MB |
| User Rating | ★ 4.6 (1372 条) | ★ 4.3 (286 条) |
| Minimum OS | macOS 15.0+ | macOS 15.0+ |
| Open Source | No (Proprietary) | ✅ Yes |
| Maintenance Status | Actively Maintained | Actively Maintained |
What Verified Users Say
Noir - Dark Mode for Safari
"This makes viewing web pages much easier to see, particularly at night."
"I insist on using dark mode everywhere possible; I can’t stand being blasted with a screen full of white pixels. But even with system-wide dark mode in iOS/macOS there was a huge gap: 99% of the internet! Then I discovered Noir, paid for the premium version right away and I couldn’t be happier with it. It solved a big problem for me. Very grateful!"
Dark Reader for Safari
"Sometimes takes 10+ seconds to darken sites in ios 27. This defeats the entire purpose of the app."
"Title says it all. Upon installing I got immediate relief to my eyes. Nonetheless, it’s a forced buy on for safari, other browsers get the extension for free. Other than that it works right away."