RSS Feed Reader vs The RSS Aggregator: Which Is Safer?
At a glance: verified facts
| Fact | RSS Feed Reader | The RSS Aggregator |
|---|---|---|
| Published by | Really Simple i Stockholm AB | holden321 |
| Publisher public | Yes | Yes |
| Policy changes we track | None detected | None detected |
| Last data check | 2026-08-04 | 2026-07-21 |
From public records (the extension's store listing, publisher registry, manifest metadata) and our policy snapshots — a "—" means we have no verified data for that field yet.
What the evidence shows
Both are rss feed readers extensions we track. Comparing the 5 safety dimensions measured for both:
- On publisher & identity, the two are evenly matched (60% vs 60%).
- On permissions & access, the two are evenly matched (52% vs 52%).
- The RSS Aggregator leads on data & privacy (83% vs 80%).
- On maintenance & ownership, the two are evenly matched (85% vs 85%).
- On community reputation, the two are evenly matched (84% vs 83%).
Safety score breakdown
| Dimension | RSS Feed Reader | The RSS Aggregator |
|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 4.8/8 | 4.8/8 |
| Permissions & Access | 12.91/25 | 12.91/25 |
| Data & Privacy | 12.8/16 | 13.2/16 |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 6.38/7.5 | 6.38/7.5 |
| Community Reputation | 8.4/10 | 8.25/10 |
| Total | 68.11/100 | 68.48/100 |
Frequently asked questions
Is RSS Feed Reader safer than The RSS Aggregator?
On the evidence we have measured, they tie at 68/100 across 5 shared safety dimensions. The detailed breakdown above shows where each one is stronger.
Is RSS Feed Reader safe?
RSS Feed Reader currently holds safety grade B (68/100) based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions, and is published by Really Simple i Stockholm AB. The grade reflects only what we have measured; anything not yet assessed is marked as pending on the full report.
Is The RSS Aggregator safe?
The RSS Aggregator currently holds safety grade B (68/100) based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions, and is published by holden321. The grade reflects only what we have measured; anything not yet assessed is marked as pending on the full report.
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How this comparison works
Both extensions are scored with the same five-dimension, 100-point rubric — publisher & identity, permissions & access, data & privacy, maintenance & ownership and community reputation — using documented evidence only; a dimension with no evidence stays unscored instead of guessed. Read the full reports: RSS Feed Reader safety report · The RSS Aggregator safety report, or run any other extension through the safety check.