The bottom line
Skipit is the free, open-source way to skip explicit and violent scenes on Netflix. ClearPlay is a paid streaming filter for select services. Skipit does the same for Netflix, free, with community-verified skips.
Skipit vs ClearPlay: side-by-side
How the two compare across the dimensions most viewers care about.
| Feature | Skipit | ClearPlay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $7.99/mo+ |
| User rating | Public extension reviews | 3.6 stars on Trustpilot |
| Netflix support | Full | Limited |
| Setup | Chrome extension + sign in | Subscription + device app |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Skip categories | 3 categories, granular toggles | 14 filter categories |
| Community-verified | Yes | Editorial team only |
| Active development | Frequent updates | Slow update pace |
Why most viewers pick Skipit
Free, open-source, community-built
- Skipit is free. ClearPlay's lowest plan starts at $7.99/month and locks features behind higher tiers.
- ClearPlay's user reviews skew negative (3.6 stars on Trustpilot). Skipit's open-source extension lets you verify everything before you trust it.
- Skipit's skips are community-verified by viewers who actually saw the scene. ClearPlay relies on a small internal editorial team.
- Open-source code on GitHub means you can read, fork, or audit Skipit's behavior. ClearPlay's code is closed.
Being honest
When ClearPlay makes more sense
We won't pretend Skipit is right for every situation. Here's when you might want ClearPlay instead:
- You want filters across many streaming services (ClearPlay covers Amazon, Hulu, and others).
- You need filters on a TV or non-Chrome device. ClearPlay has standalone apps.
- You prefer a long-established company that's been around since 2001 over a newer community-built tool.
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