Puffin Browser vs. Shift

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Puffin Browser
Score 7.0 out of 10
N/A
Puffin is a web browser from CloudMosa but with a business plan that includes additional features such as web filtering and access controls, and download permissions.
$5
per month
Shift
Score 9.3 out of 10
N/A
The Shift browser merges web apps into a single window, streamlining work online and providing access to thousands of apps without leaving the browser.
$0
Pricing
Puffin BrowserShift
Editions & Modules
Education
$1
per month
Business
$5
per month
Enterprise
Custom
Free
$0
per year
Advanced
$199
per year
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Puffin BrowserShift
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsEducation discount available.
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Community Pulse
Puffin BrowserShift
User Ratings
Puffin BrowserShift
Likelihood to Recommend
-
(0 ratings)
9.3
(96 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
7.7
(6 ratings)
Usability
-
(0 ratings)
8.8
(79 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(4 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
6.4
(1 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Puffin BrowserShift
Likelihood to Recommend
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
Shift excels in any scenario that demands constant switching. Jumping between multiple email accounts is seamless, and moving from inbox to calendar to Slack to Asana feels fluid rather than fragmented—a real productivity win . That said, Shift is less ideal when your workflow involves heavy browser use. A large number of open tabs can get unwieldy and hard to navigate. The OneNote and Slack integrations also leave some room for improvement—they work, but not as smoothly as I'd hope.
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Pros
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
  • Consolidation of accounts. Keeps everything tidy without having to search for browser tabs.
  • Ability to add an array of apps outside of email. You can build out workspaces to keep work further organised into logical units.
  • Being able to import accounts and passwords from Google Chrome makes for an easy setup/adoption.
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Cons
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
  • The browser doesn't always work. Some websites refuse to load, and others time out too quickly. It is not as strong or robust a web browser as Chrome.
  • Unread counts are not always accurate.
  • I wish I could set up Google Suite products as separate workspaces.
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Likelihood to Renew
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
Shift has significantly streamlined your daily operations by bringing together all your tools, accounts, and workflows into one platform. This has reduced context-switching and improved overall productivity across Bamboo Orchard’s Innovation Studio and Venture Studio operations.The ability to create custom workspaces tailored to different projects, clients, and teams ensures that each aspect of your business is optimized for performance. This flexibility supports the unique, bespoke solutions Bamboo Orchard is known for delivering. Shift has enhanced collaboration by integrating communication tools like Slack, Zoom, and email with task management platforms. This has allowed teams to work together seamlessly, even in remote or hybrid environments. By eliminating the need for constant tab-switching and manual management of accounts, Shift has saved considerable time and effort for the team, allowing you to focus more on strategic innovation and client support. Shift’s functionality aligns perfectly with Bamboo Orchard’s mission to deliver bold, transformative innovation and tailored solutions. It supports your ability to execute efficiently and maintain focus on reshaping industries for your clients.
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Usability
CloudMosa, Inc
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Shift
Setting up Shift is very simple and highly intuitive, making it easy to use. Once you set up the accounts and program integrations, you can easily click on precisely what you need, requiring barely any thought or effort. It feels truly seamless and straightforward to use. I have no issues with use, and I use it every day.
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Reliability and Availability
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
Its basically been great. In 3 years I had one issue of repeated crashes which was fixed with a version change and an issue where slack wouldn't load after a slack update but that fixed within a few weeks
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Performance
CloudMosa, Inc
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Shift
Its pretty performant on my GPU based laptop as it can use the hardware to accelerate processing. However it is memory hungry. If I had a normal amount of RAM on my laptop I wouldn't imagine it would be a little slower
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Support Rating
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
I have only had to use their support a couple of times, but was able to get an answer and things resolved within a couple of hours. There was no issue with contacting them, received responses and updates in a timely manner and they were able to resolve the small issues we had. It was a pleasure to work with them
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Implementation Rating
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
I was completely satisfied with the implementation of Shift, rating it a 10. The process was straightforward and required minimal effort to get started. Key insights include the importance of pre-configuring the app with essential tools and accounts for the team to ensure a smooth transition. Shift’s intuitive setup and integration process allowed us to onboard quickly without disrupting workflows. Additionally, its user-friendly design made it easy for team members to adapt without extensive training.
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Alternatives Considered
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
I came from using a similar app called MailPlane, some of you older users might remember this app. It had a similar function to connect Gmail accounts so that I could use Gmail like a regular app. This app reached end of life and the developers no longer decided to keep the app active. I was then back into the market in search of a comparable app and my searched led me to fine Shift. I'm absolutely glad I did! 4 years later and I'm still using Shift. It was 2021 when MailPlane stopped selling licenses. If I remember correctly I switched to Shift around this time or possible before. All I know is I switched and never looked back and was extremely happy to find Shift.
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Scalability
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
All our departments use this product and its very effective at keeping us organised on a client by client basis
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Return on Investment
CloudMosa, Inc
No answers on this topic
Shift
  • Keeping all my inboxes in one place so I can easily shift between them 1000% increases my productivity
  • reducing the number of browser and application tabs helps keep my computer running quicker.
  • I can easily see the number of emails in each inbox and prioritize accordingly throughout the day.
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