Comparison

AdBlocker vs HTML Sprout

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

Head to head
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

About

HTML Sprout

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HTML Sprout is a simple, calm space where ideas can take root. Whether you are capturing a quick note, drafting a simple list, or testing a single-file HTML snippet, HTML Sprout keeps everything lightweight and distraction-free. Built for creators, developers, and curious minds, HTML Sprout helps early ideas grow without the complexity of full editors or heavy toolchains. FEATURES Instant HTML Runner Paste or open a single-file HTML document and render it instantly. Ideal for quick experiments, prototypes, and AI-generated code from tools like ChatGPT. Plain-Text Notes and Lists Record ideas, to-dos, and thoughts without formatting. Clean and simple. Save and Open Files Work locally with .html and .txt files. Your content stays on your device until you choose to save it. Fast Refresh Clear the canvas with one tap when you are ready to try something new. Privacy First No analytics, no tracking, and no data collection. Everything is processed locally on your device. Designed for iPhone and iPad A clean, mobile-friendly interface optimized for quick thinking and quick testing. WHY HTML SPROUT? Some ideas begin as simple text. Others begin as HTML. HTML Sprout gives both a quiet place to start growing, easy to write and easy to test. FAQ Can I run AI-generated HTML? Yes. Paste a single-file HTML snippet from ChatGPT or any other tool and preview it instantly. Is this a full code editor? No. HTML Sprout is intentionally simple, designed as an HTML runner and a plain-text pad for early-stage ideas. Where are my files stored? Only on your device. Nothing is uploaded or retained unless you save it.

Screenshots

AdBlocker4 screens
HTML Sprout4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AdBlocker at Free against HTML Sprout's $1.99. HTML Sprout's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

AdBlocker is free to download; HTML Sprout costs $1.99 up front. AdBlocker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. HTML Sprout asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AdBlocker versus HTML Sprout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAdBlockerHTML Sprout
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.7 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdsFree LLCElena Tserioti

In-app purchases

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
None

HTML Sprout

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AdBlocker free?
AdBlocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HTML Sprout free?
HTML Sprout costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do AdBlocker or HTML Sprout have ads?
Neither AdBlocker nor HTML Sprout shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AdBlocker or HTML Sprout?
AdBlocker ships an update fortnightly, and HTML Sprout fortnightly. Most recently, AdBlocker was updated on September 10, 2026 and HTML Sprout on September 17, 2026.

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