Comparison

AdBlock for Safari + VPN vs uShield

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

AdBlock for Safari + VPN

This app provides a cleaner, faster, and more private browsing experience by blocking ads, trackers, and pop-ups within Safari. It also includes a built-in VPN for secure connections and ad blocking across other apps.

Highlights
  • Blocks banner ads, pop-ups, and video ads
  • Silences cookie consent pop-ups
  • Faster page loading and reduced data usage
  • Built-in VPN with 100+ global locations
  • Threat protection against malicious sites
  • Ad blocking extends beyond Safari to other apps
Features
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There's only one AdBlock. Accept no substitutes. Stop seeing ads on the web. AdBlock is the free, #1 most popular content blocker for Safari, with over 65 million users across all browsers. Fast. Private. Ad-free. AdBlock for Safari is the all-in-one app for a clean browsing experience and a private connection wherever you are - now with AdBlock VPN 4.0 built in. From sneaky pop-ups to autoplay video ads, AdBlock puts a stop to the clutter - giving your devices a browsing experience that's safer, calmer, quicker, and more private. What AdBlock Does for You Ad blocking from the originals Blocks banner ads, pop-ups, and video ads so Safari loads what you came for, not the clutter. Silence cookie pop-ups and disintegrate distractions No more tapping "accept" on every site you visit. No more floating video ads. AdBlock deals with cookie prompts, overlays, and newsletter boxes so you slide right through. Faster pages. Less data. Longer battery. Every blocked ad is less for your phone to download, render, and power. Pages snap open and your battery lasts longer too. Now with AdBlock VPN 4.0 - Upgrade to unlock a private, secure connection wherever you browse: 100+ locations built for speed Connect to servers across the globe. Your traffic is encrypted on coffee shop Wi-Fi, hotel networks, airport lounges, and everywhere in between. Threat Protection built in Trackers blocked and malicious sites flagged before they ever reach your device. Protection that travels with you, not just inside Safari. Ad blocking across your apps The VPN extends ad blocking beyond Safari, so pages and apps stay clean, fast, and light on your battery. One AdBlock subscription, all your devices. Unlock the premium ad blocking experience on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other platforms. One subscription protects them all. Built by a team you can trust AdBlock has protected browsers for over a decade and is used by more than 65 million people worldwide. This is the next step - everything you expect from AdBlock, plus the VPN you've been waiting for. Tap install. Breathe easier. By installing, you agree to our terms: https://getadblock.com/terms

About

uShield

This app acts as a personal web shield, blocking ads and trackers to save data, extend battery life, and protect online privacy. It offers customizable filters and seamless iCloud sync across Apple devices for a cleaner, safer browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Block ads and trackers
  • Worldwide ad blocking with automatic updates
  • Customizable filters and rules
  • Seamless iCloud sync
  • Privacy-focused local processing
  • Easy setup and smart utilities
Features
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WHY CHOOSE USHIELD? uShield goes beyond basic ad blocking. It acts as your personal web shield, saving your data plan, extending battery life, and ensuring your online privacy remains completely intact. KEY FEATURES: - Block Ads & Trackers Say goodbye to banners, video ads, pop-ups, and invisible trackers. uShield seamlessly blocks distractions so you can focus on the content that matters. - Worldwide Ad Blocking Browse local and international websites without interruptions. uShield comes with frequent, automatic filter updates to ensure you're always protected against the newest tracking scripts and ad networks. - Customizable Filters & Rules Tailor your browsing experience! Whitelist your favorite websites, hide specific web elements, and manage blocked domains easily. - Seamless iCloud Sync Got multiple Apple devices? uShield automatically synchronizes your custom filters, whitelists, and settings across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud. Set it up once and enjoy a clean web everywhere. - Privacy First, Always We believe your data is yours. uShield processes all filtering locally on your device. We do not track your browsing history, nor do we collect or sell your personal information. - Easy Setup & Smart Utilities Get started in seconds with a simple, user-friendly interface. Enjoy extra smart utilities and receive helpful, responsive support whenever you need it. Experience the web as it was meant to be. Download uShield today and start browsing faster, cleaner, and safer! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AdBlock for Safari + VPN4 screens
uShield4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: uShield at 5.0 against AdBlock for Safari + VPN's 4.3. uShield also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). AdBlock for Safari + VPN's advantage is ratings volume (646 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AdBlock for Safari + VPN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and uShield sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

uShield holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AdBlock for Safari + VPN has 646 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AdBlock for Safari + VPN ships an update every 3 weeks, uShield weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AdBlock for Safari + VPN versus uShield: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAdBlock for Safari + VPNuShield
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (646 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings646 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdblock Inc.The Le Ngoc

Customer experience

AdBlock for Safari + VPN

All ratings3,373 ratings
Positive56.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative36.1%
Written reviews1,154 reviews
Positive44.8%
Neutral4.9%
Negative50.3%

uShield

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

AdBlock for Safari + VPN

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Stops working after some time
  • Blocks too much content on some sites
  • Compatibility issues with iOS 15

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for more browsers
  • Better ad blocking on YouTube
  • Customizable whitelist/blacklist options

uShield

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AdBlock for Safari + VPN

Subscriptions2
  • AdBlock VPN Monthly$3.991 Month
  • AdBlock VPN Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
3 purchases

uShield

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly14 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly1 Month trial$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is AdBlock for Safari + VPN free?
AdBlock for Safari + VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is uShield free?
uShield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AdBlock for Safari + VPN or uShield?
uShield is rated higher. AdBlock for Safari + VPN averages 4.3 out of 5 from 646 ratings, while uShield averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do AdBlock for Safari + VPN or uShield have ads?
Neither AdBlock for Safari + VPN nor uShield shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AdBlock for Safari + VPN or uShield?
AdBlock for Safari + VPN ships an update every 3 weeks, and uShield weekly. Most recently, AdBlock for Safari + VPN was updated on November 11, 2026 and uShield on October 31, 2026.

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