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subtitle.im vs Fog Mode

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subtitle.im compared with Fog Mode
Detailsubtitle.im logo subtitle.imFog Mode logo Fog Mode
What it doesYouTube captions, on when needed, off when they get in the way. Free Chrome extension with reading tools, focus aids, and wellness breaks for managing brain fog while reading
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2025
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingFree: $0, no sign-up needed, 10 successfully handled videos in total with no monthly reset. Pro subscription: $17.99 / year, billed annually. Pro Lifetime: $29.99 / once, pay once for ongoing maintenance and all major and minor updates. Not given
Key features
  • Automatic caption control - follow YouTube, auto-open, or auto-close
  • Local OCR detects burned-in subtitles
  • Handle duplicate captions with separate settings
  • Manage different languages in captions
  • Channel-specific caption rules (Pro)
  • Video-specific rules (Pro)
  • Remember confirmed caption closures (Pro)
  • Restore captions if hidden by mistake
  • Privacy-first local processing
  • Larger, roomier text formatting
  • Focus line guide for reading
  • Clean reader interface
  • Auto-scroll functionality
  • Ambient sounds
  • Breathing break reminders
  • Integrated notes feature
What makes it different
  • All processing happens locally in your browser with no video frames uploaded
  • Automatically detect burned-in subtitles and handle them separately from YouTube captions
  • Set caption preferences at global, channel, or video level
  • Free to try with 10 videos before upgrading
  • No email or account required for free use
  • Designed specifically for people with brain fog
  • Combines reading assistance with wellness features like breathing breaks
  • Completely free with no paywalls or premium tiers
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)21 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)150
Citation Flow (Majestic)2415
Referring domains (Majestic)364

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