# AdLock vs Scrib

The clearest difference is update cadence: Scrib at weekly against AdLock's every 6 weeks. AdLock's advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AdLock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Scrib sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AdLock ships an update every 6 weeks, Scrib weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AdLock | Scrib |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adlock-ad-blocker-and-privacy/id1506604517/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 113 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hankuper s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478247057) | [STUDIO GRAPHE ONE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894026267) |

## What reviewers say

### AdLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adlock-ad-blocker-and-privacy/id1506604517)

This app removes ads, pop-ups, and trackers across websites and video platforms within Safari. It enhances browsing speed, protects your privacy by blocking tracking scripts, and offers customizable filters for a cleaner, safer online experience.

**Highlights:** Block ads on Safari, Block ads on media sites, Protect your privacy, Safer browsing, Faster page loading, Advanced filters & customization, Whitelist trusted websites

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Week Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Ad blocker Premium Month | $5.99 | per month |
| AdLock 1-Month Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| AdLock 1-Year Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Full Ad Block for a Year | $34.99 | per year |
| AdLock LifeTime Plan | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🚀 Works on YouTube videos in Safari
- 🚀 Prevents ads when looking for files
- 🚀 Converts files for Chromebook
- 🚀 Blocks ads in Safari

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't block ads outside of browser
- 🐛 Stops working after updates
- 🐛 Causes apps to freeze or crash
- 🐛 Disconnects VPN randomly
- 🐛 Doesn't work on all websites and apps

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube ad blocking not working
- Ads still visible on some websites and apps
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Inability to use on multiple devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to block ads in more apps
- Improved VPN stability
- Better ad blocking on YouTube
- Ability to share videos to TV


### Scrib

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrib-manuscript-editor/id6805777921)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scrib | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AdLock free?

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

### Is Scrib free?

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

### Do AdLock or Scrib have ads?

Neither AdLock nor Scrib shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AdLock or Scrib?

AdLock ships an update every 6 weeks, and Scrib weekly. Most recently, AdLock was updated on October 25, 2026 and Scrib on October 24, 2026.

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