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24 alternatives to Happo the happiness hippopotamus

Press to talk to him whenever you are feeling unhappy

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Happo the happiness hippopotamus launched in 2016; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

1. 1
   Fucking Life Advice▲206

   Life advice + beautiful imagery in every tab

   2016 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

2. 2
   ShowerThoughts▲130

   Philosophical thoughts with every new tab! 🚿

   2017 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

3. 3
   WeTransfer Moment▲100

   A moment to relax with every new tab

   2016 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

4. 4
   Happijar▲77

   Shake up your happiness for life

   2015 · happijar.com · its alternatives →

5. 5
   RatherNice▲239

   Brighten up your day, from your browser.

   2016 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

6. 6
   Sadblock▲155

   Block sad/depressing news from your social feeds

   2017 · its alternatives →

7. 7
   Hangouts Chrome Extension▲93

   Brings conversations to life w/ photos, emojis, & video chat

   2014 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

8. 8
   Aww New Tab▲76

   Bring back the fun to your Chrome Browser

   2017 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

9. 9
   Orbit, the cat▲127

   On each new tab, my cat will tell you how awesome you are.

   2018 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

10. 10
    PRESENT▲77

    Inspiration and mindfulness every time you open a new tab

    2015 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

11. 11
    Preach!▲101

    Inserts a 👏 emoji after all the words in text

    2017 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

12. 12
    Hello Tab▲128

    Replaces your new tab page with random thoughts from others

    2015 · its alternatives →

13. 13
    Yo Chrome Extension▲81

    Yo your friends the funny video you're watching in 2 clicks

    2014 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

14. 14
    ChatSonic Chrome Extension▲162

    Supercharge your Email, Twitter, and Web with ChatGPT

    2023 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

15. 15
    Always BHappy▲61

    An app that helps you to become happier through daily tasks

    2014 · its alternatives →

16. 16
    Ritual▲107

    Replace your "new tab" page with a beautiful daily photo

    2014 · nbashaw.github.io · its alternatives →

17. 17
    Happydia▲89

    Make your social media a happier place

    2020 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

18. 18
    Smile▲96

    See your friends reaction while they reply to your chat.

    2015 · its alternatives →

19. 19
    Peace Chrome Extension▲70

    A Chrome extension for relaxation, meditation and peace

    2018 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

20. 20
    Behave!▲93

    Converts toxic comments on social media into harmless emojis

    2017 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →

21. 21
    My Happy▲81

    Free quote generator and messaging app

    2016 · myhappy.com · its alternatives →

22. 22
    Happy Track▲86

    Sends users an uplifting track everyday

    2016 · happytrack.com · its alternatives →

23. 23
    Donut Dog▲127

    Feed your focus, starve distractions!

    2018 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

24. 24
    FaceLink▲54

    Join face on your tap. Spread happiness

    2016 · play.google.com · its alternatives →

Ranked by how close each launch is in meaning, then by votes. Prices were read from each product’s own site when checked and can change. Refine with your own description →