Comparison

Block Ads vs NetWise

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

Head to head
About

Block Ads

This app provides system-wide DNS protection to enhance privacy, reduce unwanted connections, and improve browsing across all applications and browsers. It utilizes advanced DNS filtering with a local VPN tunnel, processing all queries on-device without sending data externally.

Highlights
  • System-wide DNS protection
  • 873,000+ filtered domains
  • Encrypted DNS options
  • Zero-log privacy
  • One-tap activation
  • Custom filter lists
  • Real-time statistics
Features
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AdGuardian! is a DNS-based ad and tracker blocker for iPhone and iPad. It uses Apple's local packet tunnel to filter unwanted domain requests across browsers and supported apps—without routing your web traffic through a remote proxy. WHY ADGUARDIAN! • Device-wide DNS filtering, not just a browser extension • Built-in domain rules for ads and common trackers • Import custom blocklists for more control • Allowlist trusted domains when a site or app needs access • View daily and lifetime blocking statistics • Reload protection after changing your lists • Direct network path with no remote proxy routing HOW IT WORKS When protection is enabled, iOS creates a local VPN profile for the packet tunnel. The tunnel handles DNS filtering on your device and blocks matching domains before they connect. The VPN label in iOS refers to this local filtering mechanism; AdGuardian! is not a remote-location VPN service. Designed for a simple routine: turn protection on, use your device normally, and fine-tune lists only when you need to. Requires iOS 16 or later. Availability and filtering results can vary by app, website, and domain rules. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

NetWise

Features
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NetWise helps you understand and improve your everyday internet experience with simple tools for connection testing, cleaner browsing, and online privacy education. Check your internet speed, manage ad and tracker blocking for Safari, and learn practical tips for safer online habits — all in one clean and easy-to-use app. Key Features: • Internet Speed Test Measure your download speed, upload speed, and ping with a simple visual test. Save your latest result and quickly understand your connection quality. • Ad Blocker for Safari Use Safari content blocking tools to reduce ads and trackers while browsing. Manage ad and tracker filters directly from the app. • Privacy Guide Explore helpful articles about online privacy, public Wi-Fi safety, IP address privacy, tracking reduction, strong passwords, and phishing awareness. • Simple Settings Access support, restore purchases, share the app, and manage basic app information in one place. NetWise is designed to provide clear internet utility tools and practical privacy education without complicated setup or confusing technical language. Whether you want to test your connection, reduce browsing distractions, or learn safer online habits, NetWise gives you simple tools to stay informed and browse smarter.

Screenshots

Block Ads4 screens
NetWise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NetWise at none against Block Ads's 1. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Block Ads sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. NetWise asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Block Ads versus NetWise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlock AdsNetWise
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPDF SCANNER LLCBarguzin Performance Marketing LP

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Block Ads

Subscriptions1
  • DONATE ME!14 Days trial$4.991 Month
None

NetWise

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Block Ads free?
Block Ads is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NetWise free?
NetWise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Block Ads or NetWise have ads?
Neither Block Ads nor NetWise shows ads.

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