# Adblock Green - ad blocker for safari and apps — user reviews > 50 indexed App Store user reviews of Adblock Green by Sha Li, rated 3.60/5 from 1,406 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adblock-green-ad-blocker-for-safari-and-apps/id1247499552/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adblock-green-ad-blocker-for-safari-and-apps/id1247499552.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 828 · 4★ 66 · 3★ 58 · 2★ 39 · 1★ 412 ## What do users think of Adblock Green? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🚀 Works as intended - 👍 Blocks ads in Safari - 👍 Blocks ads in apps **Cons** - 🐛 Doesn't work on iOS 15+ - 🐛 Doesn't work after device/OS updates - 🐛 Inconsistent ad blocking - 💰 Paid feature required for in-app ad blocking **Commonly reported bugs** - Blocks necessary JavaScript on websites - Causes phone to become very slow - Doesn't restore previous purchase - Doesn't work with certain apps like CNN **Most requested features** - Connect on demand (Always on) feature - Ability to set custom DNS server ## Newest reviews (12 of 50) ### 3/5 — Great just not on iOS 15+ *2022-05-22, version 1.0* This worked great until I updated to iOS 15 and as we all know Apple doesn’t let you downgrade. So essentially now the app doesn’t block anything anymore. ### 3/5 — It’s okay *2022-01-09, version 1.0* I had this before I got a new phone, and had bought premium on it on that phone and it was awesome, but when I got my new phone and tried to restore my purchase, it didn’t work and now the app completely doesn’t block ads in my apps anymore. ### 3/5 — Used To Work Now It Doesn’t *2021-10-05, version 1.0* This app used to block all ads for me but now when I get on twitch it doesn’t block the ads anymore. It does still work for mobile game ads and the browser but that’s about it really. Disappointing since that’s why I had bought it and now it won’t work what I bought it for ### 4/5 — Great app that DOES work but... *2021-07-17, version 1.0* I was having fun playing games with no ads but eventually it bugged or something and all the ads came back. Not sure what to do, but still a great ad blocker overall. ### 2/5 — Used to work before iOS 14.6 *2021-06-22, version 1.0* This app worked great with the premium purchase. Blocked all ads. I updated to iOS 14.6 and since then it won’t block any ads. Unless they release an update specifically addressing this issue, do not purchase or download. ### 2/5 — It does what it says it’ll do *2021-02-02, version 1.0* Edit: so this worked for awhile, but now the option to block ads in apps keeps turning off randomly (sometimes even seconds after I turn it on). I did notice that the option to restore purchase was available, but I don’t think it’s restoring my original purchase. Even if, for whatever reason, you couldn’t permanently block ads, I wish the ad blocker in apps would stay on for a certain length of time (like 12 or 24 hours) until it turned off. I downloaded several apps claiming to block ads in apps; however, none of them lived up to the claim. I read a few reviews for AdBlock and decided to jump feet first. The upgrade was $1.99, so what the heck. I downloaded it, set it up (which was super easy) and opened a game that I enjoy playing, except for the ad it plays after every single turn. No ads whatsoever. I went through 12 turns without ads and decided to jump on here and leave a review. ### 2/5 — Makes Phone VERY Slow *2020-11-14, version 1.0* It works but the feature for blocking ads on apps and the VPN (the parts that you pay for) makes my phone INSANELY slow. It’s extremely laggy to just open or turn on my phone and there’s a huge delay in your button presses. It’s also an iPhone 8 if that affects anything. ### 4/5 — It works well *2020-08-16, version 1.0* I’ve seen no in-app network ads (except those fed within the site itself) in the three months i’ve been using Adblock. Kudos also to keeping the app package install only 18MB. I wish only one additional feature, the ability to set my own DNS server, such as 1.1.1.1 or 9.9.9.9 to avoid malware sites. ### 3/5 — Awesome *2020-08-16, version 1.0* The only ad blocker that blocks as from video streaming website. Work for in app ads too. Update : The App has not been updated for over a year now. The ads have started to creep in. Reducing the stars to 3 as I paid for it. ### 1/5 — Greedy developer. Waste of time. Avoid this trash *2020-04-20, version 1.0* Was hoping to at least be able to experience what it’s like before this clown takes my $2 but nope. Glad I didn’t buy it because as a developer, you should allow people to have a free trial before asking them to pay their hard earned money to your crappy app. ### 1/5 — READ BEFORE INSTALLING! NOT FREE! *2020-03-18, version 1.0* I feel the description of this app is a bit misleading. Although the option to block ads on Safari is free, you must pay to block ads in apps. Isn’t that what we all really want? There’s no mention in the description of a paid upgrade necessary to do this. Also, something else to notice is the developers instructions that “Adblock requires to set a fake VPN to block ads”. This is done by opening >Settings >Safari >Content Blockers and enabling AdBlocker. Then, your phone will open a notification alerting you that AdBlocker is requesting access to add a VPN Configuration. I personally don’t feel comfortable allowing VPN access that will most likely continuously run in the background, draining battery life. Just a heads up. ### 1/5 — Bogus positive reviews? *2019-11-05, version 1.0* Only works with Safari. Why would I spend $2 if I can't try the app out with all its features? Sure, I can dispute the charge with Apple but it's a hassle. Don't bother. I'm using Kill Ads. While not perfect it's free. But you must enable it in you Settings, VPN. Unfortunately though, the app isn't supported any longer. I'm using Adguard mostly now. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2023-02-03, version 1.0* I paid for the app to block the ads that come with my period tracker app, my active timer for studying and doing homework apps, and the game apps I have on my phone. It blocked nothing, it was a waste of money. The VPN is enabled, my phones software is up to date, the permissions are on, the app just doesn’t work. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t Work For iOS15 *2022-09-04, version 1.0* This app used to work for iOS 14 but does not work for iOS 15. It used to be the best blocking app but since the upgrade to iOS 15 it doesn’t block the ads for Yahoo Mail nor Safari. To the developer: if you’re reading this, can you please make an update to app? Thank you. ### 1/5 — Scam and avoid *2022-04-17, version 1.0* Seriously speaking… in the early long time ago i purchased the premium version this app blocked adds in safari as well as in apps… but now i dont know why i still can see adds (i.e after next level in the game) or they change the policy or something… however, indeed, better not to purchase the premium one!!! It is useless now… ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2022-04-09, version 1.0* I bought this to block ads for Boggle with friends but the ads are still showing through. I made sure the option of blocking ads was in the “on” position. I still see ads. I hope they can fix it with an update or refund my purchase ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work even with pro *2022-02-11, version 1.0* When I downloaded the app I immediately bought pro and toggled both blockers on, so when I opened an app with lots of ads to test it out, I was extremely disappointed to find out that it didn’t work. If it helps the developer(s), the apps I tested were Blockudoku and State Connect. I had hope for this app. ### 1/5 — Save your money and time does NOT work *2021-08-27, version 1.0* I wish I could get my money back or better yet have the product actually work. What a scam. Followed all the directions and nothing changed. The app isn’t very sophisticated and you can’t even submit feedback properly. Janky and disappointment all around. ### 1/5 — This app doesn’t work, even with the upgrade *2021-08-11, version 1.0* I paid $2.00 to upgrade this ad in an attempt to block ads on apps and safari only to find out it doesn’t block ads on safari in the first place. I gave it the access it needed in my settings and made sure it was switched on in the app, and it never blocked a thing. ### 1/5 — Adblock and CNN App *2021-02-22, version 1.0* Recently, Adblock no longer opens the CNN App. I can not get the CNN news without disengaging the Adblock app which of course gives me all the ads on the CNN App. I have reached out to Adblock several times through their feedback link without a response. Additionally, in there setting, there is a App Store link to review the Adblock app. It does not open. Therefore, I came directly here to review from the App Store. I am using a iPad Pro that I am having the issue with. ### 1/5 — Garbage app *2020-12-21, version 1.0* Out of the 70 million content blocking apps this is probably the worst one that I’ve used for Safari. Why on earth are you blocking JavaScript on websites that they need to load??!! Brute force, indiscriminate script blockers with no real application-based ad blocking capabilities in any other app but safari. U ain’t get me but quit scamming mfs for functionality that isn’t there. It’s like the same programmers that make ransomware make these garbage apps the ransomware sends you to. Kindly pissoff ### 1/5 — Horrible app *2020-07-17, version 1.0* I got this app because all of my games/apps that I have keep throwing adds at me! So I thought that if I got an Adblocker then it would stop, so I found this app and thought that it looked good and unlike other Adblockers they can block ads not only on Safari but also on apps. I downloaded it and I tapped on the block ads on apps....IT SAID THAT I HAVE TO PAY $1.99 🤬😤😡😠😠?!?! So please change that feature please. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — works as intended. *2021-12-23, version 1.0* was able to block those annoying flipaclip ads, blockada my old ad blocker had worked well but wasn’t working anymore for some reason. So I did a journey on the App Store, and finally found this app which blocks flipaclip ads. Thanks. ### 5/5 — It works well, but it costs 2$ for apps *2021-08-13, version 1.0* So i haven’t tested safari yet, but i know it’s free. If you want to block ads from apps it costs a one time payment off 2$, and you set up a vpn configuration. you can toggle this on or off. so far it works as expected, no ads have popped up. ### 5/5 — Update *2021-06-24, version 1.0* Needs a connect on demand (Always on feature) ### 5/5 — No more ads! Super stoked!! *2021-04-06, version 1.0* This did what I needed. No ads except YT who recently did an update and made it harder to block them. Other than that I’m ad free. Worth the $2 to upgrade for “no ads in apps” I wish I would’ve found this earlier. Great job guys! 👍 ### 5/5 — It works in apps! *2020-08-08, version 1.0* After locating several ads in apps, i paid to upgrade,then restarted apps. Ads were gone. I would rather support developers by buying a product than viewing commercial. ### 5/5 — Worse app invented *2020-05-28, version 1.0* I rated it 5 stars so it can be up there in the reviews this has to be the worse app of all time I paid 2 bucks and I’m still getting ads ??? I want my refund!! ### 5/5 — Not bad *2020-04-02, version 1.0* Better than most ads blocks out this this one actually blocks ads ### 5/5 — 80-90 % ads are gone *2019-11-07, version 1.0* Been using it for a couple of months and really like it, what a relief to see only relevant content and not ads. There is a bug though because once in a while the app ad blocker turns itself off , I notice when more ads start appearing again. So I simply turn it back on every two days or so. Otherwise simple and effective app. Recommend! ### 5/5 — works fantastic *2019-10-26, version 1.0* i was really tired of getting ads while playing games so i thought i’d try an adblocker. after reading some reviews i thought, well, i can spare $2 on a failed experiment if it doesn’t work out but actually, it worked perfectly! i was really surprised, and i’m really happy i don’t need to deal with app ads anymore. awesome! ### 5/5 — The only one I’ve found that works. *2019-07-17, version 1.0* I tried seven or eight of them, all claiming to block in app ads. I thought this was crap, but decided to try the upgrade, so I paid for the upgrade and it DOES work. I realize you get what you pay for in this world. None of the other apps did what they claimed and I didn’t even bother to give them a crappy review. I paid for Adblock with the black icon and orange writing which claimed to block the ads, it’s crap. This one actually works in Safari for free, and in-app ads if you purchase the upgrade. Don’t even bother with any of the others, they’re all crap. This is easy to set up as well. I’d give more stars if they had them. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*