Comparison

TOR Browser vs AdBlocker

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

Head to head
About

TOR Browser

Enhance your online privacy and anonymity with a secure browser that routes traffic through the TOR network. It blocks trackers, ads, and hides your IP address for a safe browsing experience, even accessing .onion sites.

Highlights
  • Anonymous web browsing via TOR
  • Access .onion websites
  • Hide IP address
  • Block trackers and ads
  • Secure public Wi-Fi
  • Auto-clear history and cookies
Features
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Now experience ultimate online privacy and anonymity. Say goodbye to online tracking and prying eyes, and enjoy a safe and secure online experience. Online Privacy. Browse Privately. Explore Freely. TOR Browser & Onion Browser: - Private TOR Browser for anonymous web browsing - Faster TOR Browser — browse at speed without compromising anonymity - Access .onion websites through the TOR network - Protect your identity and block online tracking - Route traffic through multiple TOR relays for enhanced privacy - Browse the deep web and surface web privately and securely - Auto-clear browsing history, cookies, cache, and trackers VPN Features: - Strict no-logs policy — your activity is never recorded - Hide your real IP address for completely private browsing - Secure your traffic on public Wi-Fi and unsafe networks - Shield yourself from ISPs, hackers, and unwanted monitoring - Unlimited time, data, and bandwidth — no restrictions - Auto-Connect for always-on security and protection - Connect through global servers to access content unavailable in your region Ad Blocker & Privacy Protection: - Built-in Ad Blocker with Safari support for cleaner browsing - Block intrusive ads, pop-ups, banners and annoying web elements - Stop trackers, analytics scripts, and hidden online monitoring - Defend against malicious ads and dangerous domains - Faster page loading, smoother browsing, less data usage - Save battery life and reduce mobile data consumption Download our app today and start browsing the web with confidence and peace of mind. With our privacy focused app you'll never have to compromise on privacy or security again! Please Note: - Web browsing through the TOR browser is inherently slower than through a normal browser like Safari but it's totally worth it in order to protect your privacy. - Our app uses the TOR distributed network and is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and implies no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability etc. ------------------- SUBSCRIPTION INFO: Subscribe to take advantage of all the features described above. • Subscription length: weekly, monthly, yearly • Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. • Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://brickdusttech.com/vpnprivacypolicy/ Terms of service: https://brickdusttech.com/terms_conditions/

About

AdBlocker

Block intrusive ads, pop-ups, and banners across apps and browsers for a faster, cleaner, and more private online experience. Save data and enjoy uninterrupted mobile gaming without needing to pay for ad removal.

Highlights
  • Blocks intrusive ads, pop-ups, and banners
  • Enhances browsing speed
  • Enables ad-free mobile gaming
  • Protects online privacy by blocking trackers
  • Saves mobile data usage
  • Works across all devices
Features
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Stop ads, protect your privacy, and take back your screen. AdBlocker VPN combines three layers of protection: DNS-level blocking that stops ads in every app, a private, encrypted VPN, and Safari protection that cleans up what's left — including YouTube video ads. BLOCK ADS EVERYWHERE The local DNS filter blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups, and banners before they're even downloaded — in every browser and inside your apps. No configuration, no root, no per-site setup. One tap and they're gone. YOUTUBE WITHOUT THE ADS Turn on Safari Protection and watch YouTube in Safari with no video ads, no "Sponsored" posts, and no ad overlays. Powered by continuously updated filter lists (EasyList) plus rules tuned by us for YouTube, Reddit, and other major sites. PRIVATE VPN — SAFE ON ANY NETWORK Route your traffic through an encrypted tunnel to keep it away from snooping on public Wi-Fi and untrusted networks. Your browsing stays yours. WHAT ADBLOCKER VPN BLOCKS • Video ads, banners, and text ads • Interstitials, rich media, and floating ads • Pop-ups and pop-unders • Third-party trackers and analytics • Known malware, adware, and phishing domains WHY YOU'LL FEEL THE DIFFERENCE • Pages load faster because ads never download • Save mobile data and battery • Fewer distractions, cleaner reading • Your own rules: whitelist sites you want to support, block extra domains with one tap EASY BY DESIGN • One-touch setup — no technical knowledge needed • Works on iPhone and iPad • Filter lists update automatically every day Terms of Use & Privacy Policy: https://dajax.com/privacy_policy_adb.html

Screenshots

TOR Browser4 screens
AdBlocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: AdBlocker at free with in-app purchases against TOR Browser's subscription. TOR Browser's advantage is ratings volume (20K vs 11) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. TOR Browser sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and AdBlocker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AdBlocker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TOR Browser has 20K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of TOR Browser's written reviews are positive against 72% of AdBlocker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, AdBlocker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TOR Browser versus AdBlocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTOR BrowserAdBlocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (20K ratings)4.7 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews — better72.0% of reviews
Number of ratings20K — better11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size210 MB27 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBrick Dust Technologies LLCAdsFree LLC

Customer experience

TOR Browser

All ratings19,568 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews1,123 reviews
Positive74.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative20.3%

AdBlocker

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive72.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative24.0%

Bugs and requests

TOR Browser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to disable VPN or switch providers
  • Inconsistent behavior when connecting/disconnecting
  • Syncing issues between app and device settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved server selection and stability
  • Better transparency around data collection
  • Easier access to Tor browser functionality

AdBlocker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

TOR Browser

Subscriptions9
  • Discounted Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Weekly @ 50% Less$1.997 Days
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
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  • TOR+VPN Premium @ Lowest Price$4.991 Month
  • Monthly @ 50% Less7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Monthly with free trial3 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • Discounted Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
  • Yearly @50% Less7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$58.991 Year
4 purchases

AdBlocker

Subscriptions4
  • Personal Plan (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Family Plan (Monthly)3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Personal plan (Yearly)$19.991 Year
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  • Family Plan (Yearly)3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is TOR Browser free?
TOR Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AdBlocker free?
AdBlocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TOR Browser or AdBlocker?
AdBlocker is rated higher. TOR Browser averages 4.6 out of 5 from 20K ratings, while AdBlocker averages 4.7 from 11 ratings.
Do TOR Browser or AdBlocker have ads?
Neither TOR Browser nor AdBlocker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TOR Browser or AdBlocker?
TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, and AdBlocker fortnightly. Most recently, TOR Browser was updated on November 11, 2026 and AdBlocker on November 4, 2026.

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