Comparison

AdBlock vs RekersSimplyConnect

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

RekersSimplyConnect

Features
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RekersSimplyConnect (RSC) is the perfect interface between you and your REKERS service technicians. RSC offers you - Live video streaming - Voice over IP communication - Image capturing and data transmission - Chat function - Easy spare parts odering

Screenshots

AdBlock4 screens
RekersSimplyConnect2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RekersSimplyConnect at Free against AdBlock's $1.99. AdBlock's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 15 months) and chart position (#69 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

RekersSimplyConnect is free to download; AdBlock costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AdBlock ships an update every 4 weeks, RekersSimplyConnect every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and May 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
AdBlock versus RekersSimplyConnect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAdBlockRekersSimplyConnect
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (34K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings34K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 15 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#69 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdBlock LabsRekers GmbH Maschinen- und Anlagenbau

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

RekersSimplyConnect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

AdBlock

No in-app purchases

None

RekersSimplyConnect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AdBlock free?
AdBlock costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RekersSimplyConnect free?
RekersSimplyConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AdBlock or RekersSimplyConnect have ads?
Neither AdBlock nor RekersSimplyConnect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AdBlock or RekersSimplyConnect?
AdBlock ships an update every 4 weeks, and RekersSimplyConnect every 15 months. Most recently, AdBlock was updated on September 24, 2026 and RekersSimplyConnect on May 19, 2026.

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