# AdGuard Pro vs ThreadMaster

The clearest difference is price: ThreadMaster at Free against AdGuard Pro's $9.99. ThreadMaster also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). AdGuard Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

ThreadMaster is free to download; AdGuard Pro costs $9.99 up front. ThreadMaster sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AdGuard Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ThreadMaster holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AdGuard Pro has 3.1K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of AdGuard Pro's written reviews are positive against 33% of ThreadMaster's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

AdGuard Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, ThreadMaster every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AdGuard Pro | ThreadMaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adguard-pro-safari-ad-blocker/id1126386264/reviews) | **[5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadmaster/id6455370741/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.1K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **67.1% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 81 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Adguard Software Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1440147258) | [Kazumasa Shimomura](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110502851) |

## What reviewers say

### AdGuard Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adguard-pro-safari-ad-blocker/id1126386264)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Paid · Utilities, #144 Top Paid (US App Store)

This app blocks ads and trackers in Safari, enhancing privacy and speeding up browsing. It offers custom filters, DNS privacy options, and security against malicious sites. Enjoy a cleaner, faster, and more secure internet experience.

**Highlights:** Safari ad blocking, Privacy protection, Speed acceleration, Reduced traffic consumption, Increased battery life, Custom filters, DNS privacy

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Blocks ads effectively
- 🔒 Provides privacy protection
- 👍 Customizable filters
- 💡 Useful DNS features
- 👍 Works across apps and browsers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues after network changes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with iOS 12/13
- 🐛 Unreliable ad blocking in some apps
- 🐛 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Filters not loading properly
- Breaks internet connectivity on network changes
- Crashes and freezes on certain iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to block ads in YouTube app
- Sync settings across devices
- Easier filter management
- Hide VPN icon option
- Support for more DNS providers


### ThreadMaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadmaster/id6455370741)

Browse multiple forums and communities with advanced features like NG filters, unread tracking, and dark mode. Save favorite threads, track browsing history, and participate in discussions. Optimized for fast, organized reading on various devices.

**Highlights:** Multi-forum browsing, NG filters (threads, boards, regex), Unread tracking, Favorites and history, Dark mode, Thumbnail and link previews, Thread creation and posting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIPプラン | $3.99 | per month |
| VIPプラン | $34.99 | per year |
| Donation | $0.29 | one-time |
| Donation | $0.49 | one-time |
| Donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $5.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $11.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $19.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime VIP | $59.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $59.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $199.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $299.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $599.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AdGuard Pro free?

AdGuard Pro costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ThreadMaster free?

ThreadMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AdGuard Pro or ThreadMaster?

ThreadMaster is rated higher. AdGuard Pro averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while ThreadMaster averages 5.0 from 11 ratings.

### Do AdGuard Pro or ThreadMaster have ads?

ThreadMaster shows ads; AdGuard Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, AdGuard Pro or ThreadMaster?

AdGuard Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, and ThreadMaster every 4 days. Most recently, AdGuard Pro was updated on October 28, 2026 and ThreadMaster on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*