Comparison

AdBlock vs Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

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

Head to head
About

AdBlock

Block unwanted ads, pop-ups, and video advertisements on your iOS device. Enhance privacy, reduce data usage, and improve device performance. Enjoy a cleaner, faster browsing experience without subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Blocks 99% of ads
  • Local DNS proxy service
  • Customizable DNS rules
  • Safari Content Blocker
  • Privacy protection from trackers
  • iCloud rule synchronization
  • Works on Wi-Fi and cellular
Features
Currently charting
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The original AdBlock - the first and last ad-blocker you'll ever need. A one time purchase - no subscriptions needed. We've been blocking ads on iPhones and iPads since 2012 - we know our game! :) AdBlock allows you to block ads on your iOS device. Get rid of 99% of annoying popups, banners and video ads. Protect your privacy, limit bandwidth use, speed up your device, save battery and drastically improve your day-to-day iOS experience. The most important advantages of AdBlock are: • AdBlock comes with a local DNS proxy service built-in. Use it to see which domains you're device is contacting. Create your own rules and assign any IP to any domain, right on your device. You can (and should!) bootstrap this feature with rules found online. • AdBlock has enhanced DNS proxy rules export and import function. Share DNS proxy rules with other users, easily import rules found on the Internet. • AdBlock comes with a Safari Content Blocker to block ads on websites in Safari. • AdBlock allows you to create your own list of domains and synchronize your rules between all your devices using iCloud. • AdBlock allows you to protect your privacy by blocking mobile trackers. Prevent Internet trackers from recording your online activity and selling your private data. • AdBlock does not send your Internet traffic through any remote server. All of your connections stay direct, fast and secure. Ads are blocked right on your device! • Setting up AdBlock is simple! Just download the app, and follow the tutorial to set everything up. When in doubt - contact our support! • AdBlock automatically updates to the latest version of the filters on every app run. We keep the ad servers database up-to-date for you. • AdBlock works with Wi-Fi and cellular networks. You don't need to set it up separately for every network you use. • AdBlock comes with a handy widget to quickly change the DNS proxy status when needed. Looking for support? Contact our dedicated support line directly from the app - we'll help you out with the proper setup and answer all the questions you might have.

About

Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

This app blocks ads and trackers across Safari, YouTube, and various apps for a faster, more private browsing experience. It offers features like regional ad blocking, custom rules, and battery life optimization. Enjoy distraction-free content and enhanced security on all your Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Blocks ads and trackers in Safari, YouTube, and apps
  • Increases browsing speed up to 2x
  • Protects user privacy
  • Supports iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV
  • Blocks annoying cookie notices and privacy prompts
  • Optimizes battery life by blocking scripts
  • Allows custom blocking rules
Features
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Magic Lasso Adblock is the fastest, most efficient Safari, YouTube, App and Apple TV ad blocker available. 400,000+ users rely on Magic Lasso Adblock to: • Block ads and trackers – Block ads in Safari, YouTube, Apps and more • Browse 2.0x faster – Experience distraction free, faster web browsing • Protect your privacy – Block trackers to surf safe and sound • Support for all your devices – A native app for all your devices: iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV “It works and feels as if Apple themselves had designed an ad blocker.” - John Gruber, Daring Fireball ▶ Safari Ad Blocking – Fast, Private & Native Block ads and trackers directly in Safari for a better web experience. • 2.0x Speed – Cut down on ads and trackers to load websites 2x faster and use less data • Block Annoyances – Block annoying cookie notices and privacy prompts • Block Trackers – Improve your privacy and stop being followed by ads around the web • Regional Ad Blocking – Block ads in over 40 different regions and languages • Battery Boost – Double battery life by blocking nefarious JavaScript and crypto mining scripts • Performance Insights – Visualise ad blocking speed, energy efficiency and data savings for any site • Custom Rules – Create your own rules to stop cookies, media and JavaScript • Tap to Block – Block any element on a page or site with a simple tap “Magic Lasso couldn’t be easier to set up or use. Pages immediately load faster and read better.” - Nathan Alderman, iMore ▶ YouTube Ad Blocking – Watch Without Interruptions Enjoy a cleaner YouTube experience in Safari. • Block all YouTube video ads – Including pre-roll and mid-roll video ads • Block 10+ other YouTube ads – Including banner ads, search ads, paid merchandising ads & more • Works on all YouTube videos – Blocks ads in mobile, desktop and embedded videos • Continually updated and supported to work with the latest YouTube changes ▶ App Ad Blocking – Ads Gone from Your Apps and Apple TV • Block ads in Games, Video, News & Social apps • Block ads in Chrome, Firefox and other web browsers • Watch your favourite TV shows with less interruptions on your Apple TV • Protect your privacy from in-app ad tracking • Improve your network speed with faster DNS performance • On-device Ad Blocking – Block ads without data leaving your device • Zero Data Collection – We don't collect, track or access your data or browsing history ▶ Apple Native, Fully Supported & Continually Updated • Native Ad Blocker – Supports iPhone, iPad and Mac with all the same features • Daily Updates – Block more ads and tracking scripts with daily rule updates • Background Refresh – New ad blocking rules are updated automatically in the background • iCloud Syncing – Custom Rules automatically sync across your devices • Ethical – Unlike other ad blockers, we are not paid by advertisers • Family Sharing – Share Magic Lasso with all your family member's devices • New Features – Regularly updated and improved, the best ad blocker keeps getting better • Supported – Send us any questions or feedback to feedback@magiclasso.co A 30-day free in-app trial is available, after which point an annual subscription is required. Family Sharing, that supports the original platform that you started your subscription from, is included for no additional cost. Subscriptions are charged annually and automatically renew, with account charged at the original subscription price, unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Disable auto-renewal and manage subscriptions in Account Settings. Your App Store Account is charged on purchase confirmation. Visit https://www.magiclasso.co/ for more info Receive special offers, news and insights: https://www.magiclasso.co/#newsletter Email feedback@magiclasso.co for questions or help Terms of use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.magiclasso.co/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

AdBlock4 screens
Ad blocker by Magic Lasso4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Ad blocker by Magic Lasso at Free against AdBlock's $1.99. AdBlock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (34K vs 916). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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

Ad blocker by Magic Lasso is free to download; AdBlock costs $1.99 up front. Ad blocker by Magic Lasso sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. AdBlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for AdBlock against 4.2 for Ad blocker by Magic Lasso. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AdBlock has 34K ratings behind it against 916, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of AdBlock's written reviews are positive against 39% of Ad blocker by Magic Lasso's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AdBlock ships an update every 4 weeks, Ad blocker by Magic Lasso every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
AdBlock versus Ad blocker by Magic Lasso: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAdBlockAd blocker by Magic Lasso
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (34K ratings) — better4.2 (916 ratings)
Positive reviews44.0% of reviews — better39.1% of reviews
Number of ratings34K — better916
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#56 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdBlock LabsMagic Lasso Pty Ltd

Customer experience

AdBlock

All ratings33,969 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral4.1%
Negative14.2%
Written reviews1,544 reviews
Positive44.0%
Neutral8.6%
Negative47.4%

Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

All ratings912 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral4.4%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews179 reviews
Positive39.1%
Neutral7.3%
Negative53.6%

User reviews

AdBlock

From 34K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great when enabled
  • 🔒 Robust ad blocking capabilities
  • 👍 Customizable blocking rules
  • 🚀 Blocks ads across apps and websites
  • 👍 Affordable one-time purchase

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequently disables itself
  • 🔋 High battery drain
  • 👎 Inconsistent performance
  • 🔒 Difficult to configure for some users
  • 👎 Fails to block ads in certain apps

Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

From 916 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great app, no ads
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 💯 Excellent customer service
  • 🔒 Blocks ads and trackers

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't block YouTube ads
  • 🐛 Blocks legitimate sites
  • 🐛 Stops working over time
  • 🔋 Drains battery
  • 💰 Expensive subscription

Bugs and requests

AdBlock

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Disconnects from VPN randomly
  • Syncing issues with iCloud
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic updates to block new ad domains
  • Whitelist option to allow ads on certain sites
  • Improved battery optimization
  • Easier setup and configuration

Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't work on iPad
  • Subscription issues
  • Breaks websites
  • Blocks content incorrectly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Whitelist/blacklist option
  • Family sharing subscription
  • Monthly subscription option

In-app purchases

None

AdBlock

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Monthly (iOS)2 variants$2.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly (iOS)2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly (iOS)6 Months trial$29.991 Year
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  • Pro Yearly (iOS)1 Month trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is AdBlock free?
AdBlock costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ad blocker by Magic Lasso free?
Ad blocker by Magic Lasso is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AdBlock or Ad blocker by Magic Lasso?
AdBlock is rated higher. AdBlock averages 4.3 out of 5 from 34K ratings, while Ad blocker by Magic Lasso averages 4.2 from 916 ratings.
Do AdBlock or Ad blocker by Magic Lasso have ads?
Neither AdBlock nor Ad blocker by Magic Lasso shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AdBlock or Ad blocker by Magic Lasso?
AdBlock ships an update every 4 weeks, and Ad blocker by Magic Lasso every 5 weeks. Most recently, AdBlock was updated on October 27, 2026 and Ad blocker by Magic Lasso on October 27, 2026.

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