Comparison

AdBlocker Pro vs Lava Security

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

Head to head
About

AdBlocker Pro

Features
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AdBlocker Pro helps you block ads, trackers, pop-ups, cookie banners, and selected web elements in Safari on iPhone and iPad. Built with Apple's content blocker technology, AdBlocker Pro works on-device without routing your traffic through a VPN. Free features: - Basic ad blocking - Pop-up blocking - Whitelist controls Premium subscriptions: - Tracker blocking - Cookie banner hiding - Custom per-site rules - Aggressive mode - Multi-directional protection Why users choose AdBlocker Pro: - No account required - Weekly, monthly, or yearly subscription options - Local rule processing on device - Simple Safari setup flow Safari does not provide exact per-site blocking counters through its public API. The app reflects this and focuses on reliable rule management instead of simulated analytics. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ --- Subscription Information: โ€ข Payment will be charged to your Apple ID Account at confirmation of purchase. โ€ข Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. โ€ข Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. โ€ข Subscriptions may be managed and canceled by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://adblocker-pro-support.vercel.app/privacy.html

About

Lava Security

Features
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Lava Security helps block known scam and phishing websites, plus trackers, on your iPhone and iPad. Choose what to block, allow sites you trust, and switch filters with Focus or Shortcuts. See what Lava blocks in Activity. Filtering happens on your device. Your activity history stays there. Website lookups use your chosen DNS provider. Core protection is free, with no account needed. Lava Security Plus adds more filters, custom blocklists and custom DNS. Download Lava Security and turn on free protection today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AdBlocker Pro4 screens
Lava Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Lava Security at none against AdBlocker Pro's shown. AdBlocker Pro's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. AdBlocker Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Lava Security sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AdBlocker Pro ships an update weekly, Lava Security fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
AdBlocker Pro versus Lava Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAdBlocker ProLava Security
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly โ€” betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 โ€” better18.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size8 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerenes ozerLava Security LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

AdBlocker Pro

Subscriptions3
  • AdBlocker Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • AdBlocker Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • AdBlocker Pro Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

Lava Security

Subscriptions2
  • Lava Security Plus$3.991 Month
  • Lava Security Plus$29.991 Year

Questions

Is AdBlocker Pro free?
AdBlocker Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lava Security free?
Lava Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AdBlocker Pro or Lava Security have ads?
AdBlocker Pro shows ads; Lava Security does not.
Which is updated more often, AdBlocker Pro or Lava Security?
AdBlocker Pro ships an update weekly, and Lava Security fortnightly. Most recently, AdBlocker Pro was updated on October 28, 2026 and Lava Security on October 28, 2026.

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