Comparison

Imageless vs Search Filter Web Extension

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
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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

Search Filter Web Extension

Take control of your search results by easily filtering out unwanted websites. This extension provides a cleaner, more personalized search experience while prioritizing your privacy with no data collection.

Highlights
  • Hide unwanted search results
  • Simple site blocking
  • Privacy-first design
  • Multilingual support
  • User-friendly UI
  • Seamless Safari integration
Features
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Search Filter for Safari helps you take control of your Google search experience by filtering out unwanted websites with ease. Whether you’re tired of spammy domains or simply want a cleaner, more personalized search page, this extension makes it effortless, all while keeping your data private. · Hide unwanted search results: Instantly remove results from specific websites on Google, giving you cleaner and more relevant search pages. · Simple site blocking: Block domains with a single click, including all their subdomains, no complex rules or setup required. · Privacy-first design: No data collection, tracking, or logging, your browsing stays completely private. · Multilingual support: Use the extension in multiple languages for a globally friendly experience. · Clean, user-friendly UI: Enjoy a streamlined design that integrates smoothly into your workflow. · Seamless Safari integration: Built to work flawlessly across Safari on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS.

Screenshots

Imageless4 screens
Search Filter Web Extension3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Search Filter Web Extension at 100% against Imageless's 50%. Search Filter Web Extension also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0). Imageless's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Imageless costs $1.99 and Search Filter Web Extension $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Search Filter Web Extension holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Imageless's written reviews are positive against 100% of Search Filter Web Extension's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Imageless versus Search Filter Web Extension: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterImagelessSearch Filter Web Extension
Price$1.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacob D KamileAlfredo Grassau

Customer experience

Imageless

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Search Filter Web Extension

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Imageless

No in-app purchases

None

Search Filter Web Extension

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Imageless free?
Imageless costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Search Filter Web Extension free?
Search Filter Web Extension costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Imageless or Search Filter Web Extension?
Search Filter Web Extension is rated higher. Imageless averages 4.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Search Filter Web Extension averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Imageless or Search Filter Web Extension have ads?
Neither Imageless nor Search Filter Web Extension shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Imageless or Search Filter Web Extension?
Imageless ships an update every 2 months, and Search Filter Web Extension every 2 months. Most recently, Imageless was updated on November 8, 2026 and Search Filter Web Extension on November 5, 2026.

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