Comparison

1Blocker vs Shortcut Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

1Blocker

Enhance your browsing experience by blocking intrusive ads, trackers, and unwanted website elements. Enjoy faster loading times and improved online privacy with this easy-to-use content blocker for Safari. It offers advanced customization options for a personalized and secure web experience.

Highlights
  • Blocks ads and trackers
  • Improves website loading speed
  • Enhances online privacy
  • Customizable rules for blocking
  • Native Safari extension
  • Syncs across devices via iCloud
Features
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1Blocker lets you block obtrusive ads, sneaky trackers, and annoying elements on sites. With 1Blocker, you’re safe online and nothing will distract you from enjoying sites. 1Blocker is very easy to use — just flip a couple of switches to start blocking ads and trackers. The app will automatically receive cloud updates to the built-in filters silently, so you don’t need to do anything. It’s as simple as setting and forgetting. 1Blocker is a fully native app designed to extend Safari naturally. It’s lightweight and doesn’t drain your battery by taking up your device’s resources. The blocking itself is super fast because Safari does it itself. We only provide filters to Safari and don’t modify webpages in any way. This vastly improves efficiency because Safari knows in advance what should be blocked. So, with 1Blocker, sites load on average 2-5x faster. It’s important to note that not all ads can be blocked though. Some sites use techniques that make it impossible for us to block their ads using currently available features for Safari content blockers. SECURE BY DESIGN 1Blocker is secure and private. It doesn’t have access to webpages and doesn’t track you in any way. We believe that privacy is not for sale. That's why we don't have an "Acceptable Ads" program. We stay independent, and the only way we make money is through direct sales of 1Blocker in the App Store to you. ADVANCED CUSTOMIZATION 1Blocker is a highly customizable content blocker, providing the possibility to create powerful custom rules. It allows you to create custom rules that block any URL by providing a regular expression or hide any element by CSS. It also lets you block cookies. (Available in Premium) AVAILABLE ON ALL DEVICES 1Blocker is available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Your preferences and custom rules are always in sync through iCloud no matter which device you're using. FEATURED IN THE PRESS 1Blocker has been featured in TechCrunch, Lifehacker, MacStories, Macworld, and many more. FEATURES AVAILABLE FOR FREE • The ability to enable one category (for example, Block Ads only) • Whitelisting sites right from the Safari extension • Whitelist synchronization between devices via iCloud FRIENDLY SUPPORT Send your feedback at @1BlockerApp on Twitter or via email. Your feedback is always very welcome and considered for the next release. We have been making 1Blocker since 2015. We believe it’s the best all-around package currently available in the App Store. Privacy Policy: https://1blocker.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://1blocker.com/terms

About

Shortcut Remote Control

Control your Mac remotely using voice commands with Siri or custom workflows. Manage media playback, adjust volume, take screenshots, and automate tasks from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Siri voice control for Mac
  • Remote control via iPhone/iPad/Apple Watch
  • Customizable workflows with Shortcuts app
  • AppleScript integration
  • iCloud data syncing
  • Take screenshots remotely
Features
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If you've already purchased the Mac companion app, the iOS app is free to download. The iOS app and Mac app are bundled together as one price. With Shortcuts Remote you can connect remote-controlling your Mac with Siri. For example, tell Siri on your HomePod to mute the volume on your Mac. Or tell Siri on Apple Watch to pause Netflix on your Mac. Or use the Shortcuts app to create more sophisticated workflows – controlling every aspect of your Mac with the power of AppleScript. And the best thing: Shortcut Remote control even works from remote: All data is securely synced via iCloud. So you can even take a screenshot on your Mac while at the gym.

Screenshots

1Blocker4 screens
Shortcut Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 1Blocker at Free against Shortcut Remote Control's $0.99. 1Blocker also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.6) and ratings volume (13K vs 7). Shortcut Remote Control's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On ads and device support 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

1Blocker is free to download; Shortcut Remote Control costs $0.99 up front. 1Blocker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Shortcut Remote Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

1Blocker holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 1Blocker has 13K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of 1Blocker's written reviews are positive against 40% of Shortcut Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1Blocker ships an update every 2 weeks, Shortcut Remote Control every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
1Blocker versus Shortcut Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1BlockerShortcut Remote Control
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.5 (13K ratings) — better2.6 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews64.2% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer1Blocker LLCriedel.wtf apps S.L.

Customer experience

1Blocker

All ratings12,971 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews1,754 reviews
Positive64.2%
Neutral6.6%
Negative29.2%

Shortcut Remote Control

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

1Blocker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Firewall feature not working with cellular connection
  • Whitelist settings not syncing properly across devices
  • Crashes or performance issues after recent updates

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to selectively enable/disable blocking for specific websites or features
  • Improved user interface and easier navigation
  • Support for blocking ads in more apps beyond just Safari

Shortcut Remote Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

1Blocker

Subscriptions6
  • Legacy Users$2.991 Month
  • Promo Offer (Sale Ended)$2.991 Month
  • 1Blocker Monthly$2.991 Month
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  • Promo Offer (Sale Ended)$14.991 Year
  • 1Blocker Yearly14 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Legacy Users14 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • 1Blocker Lifetime$39.99
None

Shortcut Remote Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 1Blocker free?
1Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shortcut Remote Control free?
Shortcut Remote Control costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 1Blocker or Shortcut Remote Control?
1Blocker is rated higher. 1Blocker averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Shortcut Remote Control averages 2.6 from 7 ratings.
Do 1Blocker or Shortcut Remote Control have ads?
Neither 1Blocker nor Shortcut Remote Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 1Blocker or Shortcut Remote Control?
1Blocker ships an update every 2 weeks, and Shortcut Remote Control every 2 months. Most recently, 1Blocker was updated on November 9, 2026 and Shortcut Remote Control on November 3, 2026.

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