Comparison

Imageless vs Secure AdsBlock

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

Head to head
About

Imageless

This Safari Extension blocks images and videos in your browser, saving data and speeding up page loads. You can choose to block globally or per site, and even secure your settings with Face ID or a PIN.

Highlights
  • Blocks images and videos
  • Global or site-specific blocking
  • Saves bandwidth
  • Improves page load speed
  • Secure settings with Face ID/PIN
  • Works locally on device
Features
Currently charting
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Imageless is a simple Safari Extension that allows you to easily block images & video, reducing data usage and speeding up browsing. Features: * Blocks images and videos at the network level * Block globally or on a site-specific level * Saves bandwidth and improves page load speed * Works independently - block images, videos, or both * Toggle on/off anytime from Safari's extension menu * Option to lock media blocking settings behind Face ID/Touch ID or using a custom PIN. (Note that the extension itself can still be disabled from within Safari unless you also enable the 'Limit Adult Websites' option within Screen Time on your device.) * No data is ever collected or sent anywhere by the extension How to enable: * Go to Settings → (Apps) → Safari → Extensions * Find "Imageless Extension" in the list and toggle it ON * In Safari, tap the Extensions button (puzzle piece icon) in the address bar to choose what to block To prevent someone from disabling the extension: Open Settings → Screen Time → Content & Privacy Restrictions → App Store, Media, Web, & Games → Web Content, then choose Limit Adult Websites. That setting also restricts changes to Safari extensions Image Blocker operates entirely locally on your device. The extension: * Processes web content locally in your browser * Applies image blocking rules without sending data externally * Stores preferences locally on your device only * Does not communicate with external servers

About

Secure AdsBlock

Features
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Key Features of the app Ads Blocking Block intrusive ads and banners to reduce clutter and enjoy a smoother web experience. Content Blocking Limit access to unwanted websites and categories, including adult content, distracting pages, and selected platforms. Social Media Blocking Take control of your focus by restricting access to social media when you need fewer distractions. Script & Tracker Control Reduce tracking scripts and unwanted background activity while browsing supported websites. Mining & Resource Abuse Protection Help prevent websites from using your device resources for unwanted background processes. Custom Website Rules Create rules for specific websites — allow, block, or customize behavior per site. Real-Time Statistics See how much content has been blocked and track your browsing activity at a glance. IMPORTANT PART! If you choose to purchase the subscription, the fee will be charged to your Apple account. This process works automatically and subsciption renew at the end of each billing cycle unless you disable auto-renewal. You can switch off auto-renewal anytime in your App Store settings after purchase, but this action must be done at least 24 hours before the current subscription ends to prevent auto-renewal operation. The app use Apple’s Standard License Agreement https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Auto-renewal subscriptions in the app: 1. Week - $9.99 (duration is week) 2. Year - $39.99 (duration is year) Our site: https://ismartblocker.com Privacy of the app: https://ismartblocker.com/privacy.html Terms & Conditions of the app: https://ismartblocker.com/terms.html Email for any question related to app - support@ismartblocker.com

Screenshots

Imageless4 screens
Secure AdsBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Secure AdsBlock at Free against Imageless's $1.99. Secure AdsBlock also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Imageless's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Secure AdsBlock is free to download; Imageless costs $1.99 up front. Secure AdsBlock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Imageless asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Imageless ships an update every 2 months, Secure AdsBlock every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Imageless versus Secure AdsBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterImagelessSecure AdsBlock
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#199 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacob D KamileElzbieta Janusz

In-app purchases

None

Imageless

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Secure AdsBlock

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Access$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Imageless free?
Imageless costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Secure AdsBlock free?
Secure AdsBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Imageless or Secure AdsBlock have ads?
Secure AdsBlock shows ads; Imageless does not.
Which is updated more often, Imageless or Secure AdsBlock?
Imageless ships an update every 2 months, and Secure AdsBlock every 3 months. Most recently, Imageless was updated on September 14, 2026 and Secure AdsBlock on September 12, 2026.

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