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Head-to-head · Edge Extensions

AdGuard vs Proton Pass

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score AdGuard #1 in Edge Extensions 9.3/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit AdGuard
Proton Pass #7 in Edge Extensions 8.1/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Proton Pass

AdGuard leads on 0 checks, Proton Pass on 0, and 1 is 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 planboth
  • Free trialboth

AdGuard scores higher on our rubric for edge extensions: 9.3 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

AdGuard is the better fit for ad blocking across desktop and mobile. Proton Pass is the better fit for free password management with open-source code.

  • AdGuard fits best

    Ad blocking across desktop and mobile

  • Proton Pass fits best

    Free password management with open-source code

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Side by side

Feature AdGuard 9.3/10 Visit ↗ Proton Pass 8.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.1
Ranking #1 in Edge Extensions #7 in Edge Extensions
Best for Ad blocking across desktop and mobile Free password management with open-source code
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days 14 days
Free trial length 14 days 14 days
Money-back guarantee 30 days 30 days
Deployment Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Email, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features AdGuard 0/2 · Proton Pass 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
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • Free plan includes unlimited logins, notes, credit cards, and devices
  • Passkeys work across devices; password and passkey storage is end-to-end encrypted
  • Apps span web, desktop, mobile, and browser extensions
Cons
  • 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
  • Hide-my-email aliases are limited to 10 on Proton Free
  • Vault sharing, file attachments, and built-in 2FA require a paid plan
  • Passkeys cannot currently log you into Proton Pass apps
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,…

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Proton Pass combines password and passkey storage, autofill, and password generation with secure sharing and hide-my-email aliases. It offers web, desktop, mobile, and browser-extension access, and its code is open source. The Proton Free…

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  1. AdGuardEdge Extensions 9.3Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. Proton PassEdge Extensions 8.1Free plan · 14-day trial

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

  • Proton Pass — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited logins, notes, credit cards, and devices
    • Passkeys work across devices; password and passkey storage is end-to-end encrypted
    • Apps span web, desktop, mobile, and browser extensions

    Where it doesn't

    • Hide-my-email aliases are limited to 10 on Proton Free
    • Vault sharing, file attachments, and built-in 2FA require a paid plan
    • Passkeys cannot currently log you into Proton Pass apps
  • 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 →
  • Proton Pass8.1/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A free, open-source password manager with passkeys, sharing, and broad device support.

    Visit Proton PassFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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