uBlock Origin Lite vs Purgio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
uBlock Origin Lite
This efficient content blocker utilizes declarative rulesets for reliable filtering without consuming significant system resources. It offers customizable filter lists and integrates seamlessly with browsers.
- Efficient content blocking
- Declarative filtering
- Customizable rulesets
- Low resource consumption
- Browser integration
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uBO Lite (uBOL) is a reliable and efficient content blocker. The default ruleset corresponds to uBlock Origin's default filterset: - uBlock Origin's built-in filter lists - EasyList - EasyPrivacy - Peter Lowe’s Ad and tracking server list You can enable more rulesets by visiting the options page -- click the _Cogs_ icon in the popup panel. uBOL is entirely declarative, meaning there is no need for a permanent uBOL process for the filtering to occur, and CSS/JS injection-based content filtering is performed reliably by the browser itself rather than by the extension. This means that uBOL itself does not consume CPU/memory resources while content blocking is ongoing -- uBOL's service worker process is required _only_ when you interact with the popup panel or the option pages.
Purgio
Effortlessly declutter your photo library with a fast, swipe-based interface. Identify and remove duplicates, blurry shots, and unwanted screenshots. All processing happens on your device for maximum privacy and security.
- Swipe-based photo deletion
- Duplicate and blurry photo detection
- Screenshot and large file identification
- On-device AI processing
- Undo and revert actions
- Space freed tracking
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Purgio, the fastest and safest way to free up space on your iPhone. Just swipe, and let Purgio handle the rest. Most photo libraries are filled with clutter: duplicate shots, blurry photos, forgotten screenshots, and videos you’ll never watch again. Purgio turns this chaos into a smooth, swipe-based experience. Swipe left to delete, right to keep, and up to archive. Cleaning your gallery has never been this fast or satisfying. Browse your library month by month and pick up right where you left off. Your progress is saved automatically. With smart filters, you can instantly find what takes up the most space, including screenshots, large files, similar photos, closed-eye shots, and more. Powered by Apple’s Vision framework, on-device AI groups similar photos and detects low-quality shots to speed up your cleanup. Everything runs entirely on your device, with no internet connection required. You stay in full control at all times. Every action can be undone. Restore individual items or revert an entire session with a single tap. Keep your important memories safe by moving them to a dedicated album. Purgio also helps you track your progress. See how much space you’ve freed and how many photos you’ve reviewed, so you can clearly measure your impact. Privacy comes first. There are no servers, no tracking, and no data collection. Your photos never leave your iPhone. All features are open for everyone. Free up space, stay organized, and make room for new memories. Try Purgio today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: uBlock Origin Lite at none against Purgio's 3. uBlock Origin Lite also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (959 vs 1). Purgio's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Purgio sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. uBlock Origin Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.
Purgio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: uBlock Origin Lite has 959 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
uBlock Origin Lite ships an update weekly, Purgio every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | uBlock Origin Lite | Purgio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (959 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 77.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 959 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raymond Hill | Zeynep Muslim |
Bugs and requests
uBlock Origin Lite
Reported bugs
2 issues- Unable to turn on extension on laptop Safari after installation
- Fails to load when enabling in Safari
Requested features
2 requests- Import third-party filter lists
- Improved dashboard and settings access
Purgio
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
uBlock Origin Lite
No in-app purchases
Purgio
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large Tip$4.99
Questions
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