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Head-to-head · Edge Extensions

Ghostery vs Dashlane

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Ghostery #2 in Edge Extensions 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Ghostery
Dashlane #6 in Edge Extensions 8.2/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Dashlane

Ghostery 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 scoreGhostery · 9.2/10
  • Free planonly Ghostery
  • Free trialonly Dashlane

Ghostery scores higher on our rubric for edge extensions: 9.2 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Ghostery offers free plan; Dashlane doesn't.

Ghostery is the better fit for free blocking with tracker transparency. Dashlane is the better fit for password management with business controls.

  • Ghostery fits best

    Free blocking with tracker transparency

  • Dashlane fits best

    Password management with business controls

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Side by side

Feature Ghostery 9.2/10 Visit ↗ Dashlane 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.2
Ranking #2 in Edge Extensions #6 in Edge Extensions
Best for Free blocking with tracker transparency Password management with business controls
Pricing model Free Paid
Starting price Free plan —
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, 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 Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance GDPR, 2FA SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Ghostery 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
Our review
Pros
  • Blocks banners, video ads, pop-ups and tracking requests
  • Custom filters, allowlists and an element picker provide control
  • Desktop and mobile coverage with tracker reports via WhoTracks.Me
  • 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.
Cons
  • No paid subscription tiers for additional product features
  • Browser-level protection does not replace network-wide privacy controls
  • Advanced custom filtering may require configuration effort
  • 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.
Our verdict

Ghostery is a free, open-source browser extension for people who want to reduce advertising, tracking and cookie-consent interruptions while browsing. It identifies trackers on each page, blocks common ad formats and tracking cookies, and…

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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,…

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  1. GhosteryEdge Extensions 9.2Free plan
  2. DashlaneEdge Extensions 8.214-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Ghostery — where it wins

    • Blocks banners, video ads, pop-ups and tracking requests
    • Custom filters, allowlists and an element picker provide control
    • Desktop and mobile coverage with tracker reports via WhoTracks.Me

    Where it doesn't

    • No paid subscription tiers for additional product features
    • Browser-level protection does not replace network-wide privacy controls
    • Advanced custom filtering may require configuration effort

  • 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.
  • Ghostery9.2/10 · Free plan

    A free, open-source blocker with clear tracker reports and flexible browser controls.

    Visit GhosteryFull 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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