Comparison
Shorts Killer vs Unhook
Both extensions hide YouTube Shorts, but they take very different approaches. One focuses on digital wellbeing, the other on full YouTube cleanup.
Unhook
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// feature comparison
| Feature | Shorts Killer | Unhook |
|---|---|---|
| Hide YouTube Shorts | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Time Tracking | Yes (built-in) | No |
| Daily Time Limits | Yes | No |
| Shorts → Full Video Redirect | Yes | No |
| Languages Supported | 8 (DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, PT, JA, KO) | 1 (English) |
| Hide Homepage Feed | No (Shorts-focused) | Yes |
| Hide Comments | No | Yes |
| Hide Sidebar Recommendations | No | Yes |
| Hide End Screen | No | Yes |
| Extension Size | 27 KiB | 37 KiB |
| Digital Wellbeing Focus | Core feature | Side feature |
| Configuration Options | Focused (5 toggles) | Extensive (20+ toggles) |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Firefox / Edge Support | Edge | Firefox + Edge |
// why choose Shorts Killer
Screen Time Tracking
Built-in usage tracking shows how much time you spend on YouTube. Set daily limits to stay productive — Unhook doesn't track screen time at all.
Shorts-to-Video Redirect
Instead of just hiding Shorts, Shorts Killer can redirect them to full-length videos. Watch the full content without the addictive short-form format.
8-Language Support
Available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, and Korean. Unhook is English-only.
Lighter & Focused
At 27 KiB, Shorts Killer is 27% smaller than Unhook. It does one thing well: remove Shorts and promote digital wellbeing.
Digital Wellbeing First
Designed from the ground up around digital wellbeing — not just hiding UI elements, but actively helping you manage your YouTube habits.
// why choose Unhook
Comprehensive YouTube Cleanup
Unhook controls 20+ YouTube elements: homepage feed, comments, sidebar, trending, end screens, chat, and more. It's a full YouTube de-cluttering tool.
Massive Community
1M+ users and 4,100 reviews. Proven, battle-tested, and actively maintained.
Multi-Browser Support
Available on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. Shorts Killer currently supports Chrome and Edge.
Granular Control
Toggle individual YouTube elements on/off. If you want to hide specific parts of YouTube beyond just Shorts, Unhook offers more control.
// verdict
Unhook is the Swiss army knife for YouTube cleanup — it can hide almost every distracting element on the platform. But if your main goal is specifically to eliminate YouTube Shorts and build healthier viewing habits, Shorts Killer is purpose-built for that. Its screen time tracking, daily limits, and Shorts-to-video redirect are features Unhook simply doesn't have. For non-English speakers, Shorts Killer's 8-language support is a clear advantage.
// faq
Can I use both Shorts Killer and Unhook together?
Technically yes, but it's not recommended as they may conflict when trying to modify the same YouTube elements. Choose the one that fits your needs better.
Does Shorts Killer block Shorts on YouTube Music?
Shorts Killer focuses on youtube.com. It hides Shorts from the homepage, subscriptions, search results, and sidebar across the site.
Will hiding Shorts affect my YouTube recommendations?
Hiding Shorts with either extension only affects what you see in the browser. YouTube's algorithm isn't aware of the extension, so your recommendations aren't directly affected.
Is Shorts Killer available in Japanese?
Yes. Shorts Killer supports Japanese (日本語), Korean (한국어), and 6 other languages with full UI translation.
Does Shorts Killer slow down YouTube?
No. At only 27 KiB, Shorts Killer is extremely lightweight and has negligible impact on page load times.
Ready to try Shorts Killer?
Install Shorts Killer for free and see how it compares.
