Comparison

AdZapper vs Ad blocker

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

Head to head
About

AdZapper

This utility blocks advertisements within the Safari browser on Apple devices. It enhances browsing speed by removing ads and offers advanced customization options for filter management and custom script execution. Privacy is a core focus, with no user data being transmitted externally.

Highlights
  • Blocks ads on Safari
  • Speeds up website loading
  • Syncs filters via iCloud
  • Customizable filters and blocklists
  • Runs custom JavaScript
  • Blocks CSS and HTML elements
Features
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AdZapper blocks ads on Safari websites FEATURES: Speeds up websites on Safari - Ads slow down page loading time Sync filters across devices via iCloud Easily share filters with others Easily edit filters on device using the filter editor Run custom JavaScript on websites Block CSS classes and HTML elements Import custom filters by URL and from text files on device Includes blocklist which blocks individual rules that do not appear on filters Includes allowlist which unblocks websites to allow ads PRIVACY: AdZapper does not send any data anywhere. AdZapper only talks to the internet to download ad blocking filters that you specify. ABOUT: AdZapper was created to explore the content blocker functionality in Safari. As an ongoing project, AdZapper will never be 100% accurate in blocking ads. AdZapper DOES NOT block ads outside of Safari (This includes other web browsers).

About

Ad blocker

Enhance your browsing experience by blocking ads, trackers, and unnecessary content. This utility speeds up web pages, conserves battery, and reduces data usage. It also offers security features to protect against online scams and allows for customized blocking rules.

Highlights
  • Free Safari Adblocker
  • Tracker blocker
  • Faster web performance
  • Save battery life
  • Reduced traffic consumption
  • Blocking adult content
  • Customized blocking rules
Features
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Save data and speed up your Safari - block ads, trackers and unnecessary resources. With AnyBlocker, you can surf the web safely without anything distracting you from the site. → SEE KEY FEATURES: - Free Safari Adblocker Enjoy a safe experience while browsing websites. - Tracker blocker Block trackers and general ads for all apps on your iPhone and iPad. - Faster web performance Boost your speed and browse faster than ever. - Save battery life Conserve battery life with full protection. - Reduced traffic consumption Web pages load faster than ever. - Save money on your monthly data plan Use less data without sacrificing quality. - Blocking adult content Block your kids from all adult websites. - Language Block ads from a specific language or country. - Customized blocking rules Create a custom block list for selected keywords and websites. - Security guard Protect yourself from online scams. Optimized for websites in the following languages: English, Japanese, Russian, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, German, Polish, Dutch, German →About Anyblocker subscriptions. Your subscription is automatically renewed. You can cancel this automatic renewal at any time, at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Payment is deducted from your App Store account. Manage your subscriptions on your iOS device by tapping Settings > tapping your name > Subscriptions. You can see when your next payment is due or cancel your automatic renewal. Privacy Policy: https://www.anyblocker.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.anyblocker.com/terms DISCLAIMER: Ad Blocker is not guaranteed to block all ads. While this is our goal, we cannot block every ad on the Internet while still providing a satisfactory web experience.

Screenshots

AdZapper3 screens
Ad blocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AdZapper at 5.0 against Ad blocker's 4.3. AdZapper also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Ad blocker's advantage is ratings volume (21 vs 2). On price and ads 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. Ad blocker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. AdZapper asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AdZapper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ad blocker has 21 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of AdZapper's written reviews are positive against 60% of Ad blocker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AdZapper ships an update every 2 weeks, Ad blocker every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
AdZapper versus Ad blocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAdZapperAd blocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.3 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings221 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGruby SolutionsWarpVPN Studio

Customer experience

AdZapper

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Ad blocker

All ratings21 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

AdZapper

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Ad blocker

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Mobile Ad Blocker$6.991 Month
  • 1 Year Mobile Ad blocker3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Mobile Ad blocker$59.99

Questions

Is AdZapper free?
AdZapper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ad blocker free?
Ad blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AdZapper or Ad blocker?
AdZapper is rated higher. AdZapper averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Ad blocker averages 4.3 from 21 ratings.
Do AdZapper or Ad blocker have ads?
Neither AdZapper nor Ad blocker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AdZapper or Ad blocker?
AdZapper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Ad blocker every 2 months. Most recently, AdZapper was updated on September 26, 2026 and Ad blocker on September 29, 2026.

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