If you're a Reddit addict, you'll no doubt be well aware of the time-sucking capabilities of "the front page of the Internet". Once you go down the rabbit hole there's no turning back, you'll get lost in a sea of cute animals, hilarious videos, and endless news. The best part? It's immensely enjoyable.

Believe it or not, there are a whole host of extensions out there that can make your experience even better. Here we take a look at some of our favorites.

1. The Best Overall: Reddit Enhancement Suite

Reddit Enhancement suite

The Reddit Enhancement Suite (RES) is the undisputed king of Reddit extensions, and no list would be complete without it.

The amount of features it boasts is almost impressive. For example, there is an account switcher that lets you hop between your usernames without the need for logging in and out.

It offers a way to subscribe to comment threads, ensuring you don't miss out on information you're interested in. It includes filters for NSFW posts and spam. To use this, open your Reddit page and click on the extension, and tap Extension options. It'll bring up a number of customization settings that you can apply to your Reddit account with respect to profile navigation, unread messages, and more. These options are visible in the left-hand menu of the Reddit Enhancement Suite tab.

Furthermore, it lets you tag usernames, so you can easily remember who you've interacted with. It also removes Reddit pages by making all the content display in one never-ending list. Currently, however, a limited number of its features seem to be compatible with the newer version of Reddit.

The extension is available on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Opera.

2. Layouts and UI: Reditr

Reditr extension layout

The Reditr extension completely overhauls the site's visuals. Users of TweetDeck for Twitter will be instantly familiar with the layout of Reditr—content is displayed in columns of never-ending, scrollable, live feeds. Columns can be organized around your favorite subreddits, topics, searches, and users.

In addition to multiple vertical columns, the extension also offers a single full-screen view, on which content previews and the two top comments of a post are displayed.

Reditr is available as an extension on Chrome, as an in-browser service, or as a downloadable, standalone app on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

If you've never used Reddit before, now is the time to start. You can check out some useful tips to get started as a Reddit user.

3. Save Your Favorite Videos: Video Downloader for Reddit - Reddit Save

Video downloader for Reddit application

There are many instances when we want to download a video from the platform, but it may be restricted or not allowed. This is where Video Downloader for Reddit - Reddit Save comes into the picture.

Video Downloader for Reddit allows you to save videos and images from any subreddit on Reddit. You can even download the videos (audio embedded) if you want to listen to them offline. The extension is available for Chrome, Safari, and Firefox.

Automatic scrolling for Reddit users

The Reddit Auto Scroller extension is a must-have. With this extension, you can scroll through Reddit without having to click manually on each post. Simply open your Reddit threads, and click the extension to set the time scroll auto-timer, and hit Start. You can stop scrolling as and when you wish to by tapping Stop.

It’s easy to use and will save you time in the long run. The extension works with both desktop and mobile browsers.

5. Zoom In on Images: Hover Zoom

Hover zoom extension

This extension is an absolute game-changer when it comes to the way you can use images on Reddit. It allows you to zoom in on an image by hovering over it, so that you can see all of its details at once. This makes it easier to pick out elements, such as text or logos or contact information that might otherwise be difficult for others to see.

To use this, open the image on Reddit, and click the extension. You can move your cursor over parts of the image to see a zoomed-in version or detailed information provided therein. This extension is available for Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox.

6. Reduce Clutter: Companion for Reddit

Reddit Companion for Reddit extension

Companion for Reddit offers you a lot of features to make your Reddit experience more enjoyable.

The toolbar that is included allows you to vote, submit new content, and browse with ease. The toolbar also provides notifications when you are mentioned on Reddit or have new messages in your inbox. This helps reduce clutter and makes it easier to find what you're looking for.

Get Used to a New Experience on Reddit

If you can wade through all the content, you can enhance your experience from both an information perspective and a utility standpoint.

Above all, this site is community-driven. By getting involved with the conversations already happening on popular channels, you can have meaningful conversations with other Reddit users with similar interests.

However, with its wide variety of subreddits, it's easy to waste hours browsing through a sea of content. If you wish to be productive, you're off to a great start with some of the ones we've already introduced to you in this list. These definitely deserve a shot if you're looking for an overhaul of your Reddit experience.