Head-to-head · Edge Extensions
AdGuard vs Dashlane
AdGuard leads on 1 check, Dashlane on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAdGuard · 9.3/10
- Free planonly AdGuard
- Free trialboth
AdGuard scores higher on our rubric for edge extensions: 9.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #6.
AdGuard offers free plan; Dashlane doesn't.
AdGuard is the better fit for ad blocking across desktop and mobile. Dashlane is the better fit for password management with business controls.
- AdGuard fits best
Ad blocking across desktop and mobile
- Dashlane fits best
Password management with business controls
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Side by side
| Feature | AdGuard 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | Dashlane 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #1 in Edge Extensions | #6 in Edge Extensions |
| Best for | Ad blocking across desktop and mobile | Password management with business controls |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 14 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 14 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome extension, Windows, Linux |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features AdGuard 0/2 · Dashlane 0/2 | ||
| Edge Add-ons listing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Cross-device sync | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Extension category | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Access permissions | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported languages | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | AdGuard is an ad-blocking and internet-filtering product for consumers who want to reduce ads, trackers, pop-ups, and other intrusive web elements. Its Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS applications can filter browsers and apps,… Read the review → |
Dashlane manages passwords and credentials for individuals, families, and organizations. It stores and autofills passwords, passkeys, payment details, secure notes, and other personal information across web, desktop, and mobile apps,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
AdGuard — where it wins
- Blocks ads and trackers in browsers and applications
- Supports custom filter lists, user rules, and allowlists
- Adds manual element blocking and cookie-pop-up filtering
Where it doesn't
- Browser extensions focus on browser traffic, not app-wide filtering
- Paid licenses are needed for expanded features and device coverage
- Safari support uses AdGuard Mini for Mac rather than the standard extension
Dashlane — where it wins
- Stores and autofills passwords and passkeys across web, desktop, and mobile.
- Adds secure sharing, Password Health monitoring, and Dark Web Monitoring.
- Business plans include policies, SSO, SCIM, and security-tool integrations.
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is offered.
- Personal plans are not sold as monthly subscriptions.
- Some VPN and passwordless login features are limited to eligible plans or users.
- AdGuard9.3/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A free-to-start blocker with custom filters and coverage across desktop and mobile.
Visit AdGuardFull verdict → - Dashlane8.2/10 · 14-day trial
A broad password manager pairing autofill and passkeys with secure sharing and business controls.
Visit DashlaneFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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