# AdBlock vs Ad blocker by Magic Lasso

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | AdBlock | Ad blocker by Magic Lasso |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.3 (34K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adblock/id691121579/reviews)** | [4.2 (916 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ad-blocker-by-magic-lasso/id1260462853/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **34K** | 916 |
| Positive reviews | **44.0% of reviews** | 39.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#56** | — |
| Size | 25 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AdBlock Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709481333) | [Magic Lasso Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1198047226) |

## What reviewers say

### AdBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adblock/id691121579)

**Currently charting:** #56 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ad-blocker-by-magic-lasso/id1260462853)

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:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly (iOS) | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly (iOS) | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly (iOS) | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly (iOS) | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Whitelist/blacklist option
- Family sharing subscription
- Monthly subscription option


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*