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Head-to-head · Ad Blockers

uBlock Origin vs 1Blocker

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score uBlock Origin #3 in Ad Blockers 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit uBlock Origin
1Blocker #11 in Ad Blockers 8.1/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit 1Blocker

uBlock Origin leads on 0 checks, 1Blocker on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreuBlock Origin · 9.1/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly 1Blocker

uBlock Origin scores higher on our rubric for ad blockers: 9.1 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #11.

On browser support, uBlock Origin gives you Multiple-browsers where 1Blocker offers Single-browser.

uBlock Origin is the better fit for power users wanting free, deep customization. 1Blocker is the better fit for apple users wanting broad Safari controls.

  • uBlock Origin fits best

    Power users wanting free, deep customization

  • 1Blocker fits best

    Apple users wanting broad Safari controls

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Side by side

Feature uBlock Origin 9.1/10 Visit ↗ 1Blocker 8.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.1
Ranking #3 in Ad Blockers #11 in Ad Blockers
Best for Power users wanting free, deep customization Apple users wanting broad Safari controls
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan $14.99/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Browser extension Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Android, Chrome extension macOS, iOS
Support Community, Docs Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features uBlock Origin 3/3 · 1Blocker 3/3
Custom filter lists ✓ ✓
Element picker ✓ ✓
Cookie popup blocking ✓ ✓
Specs
Device coverage Desktop-and-mobile Desktop-and-mobile
Device limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Browser support Multiple-browsers Single-browser
Our review
Pros
  • Free and open source under the GPLv3 license
  • Custom rules, filter lists, element picker, and per-site controls
  • Blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups, coin miners, and malicious sites
  • Blocks ads, trackers, cookie banners, and web annoyances
  • Supports custom rules, element hiding, and third-party filter imports
  • Adds iCloud sync, Family Sharing, and iOS in-app tracker blocking
Cons
  • Support and functionality vary by browser and browser version
  • Chrome Web Store listing was removed on August 31, 2026
  • Advanced filtering may require more configuration than simpler blockers
  • Works across Apple platforms rather than a broad device ecosystem
  • Safari is the supported browser focus
  • Paid plans start at $2.99 per month
Our verdict

uBlock Origin is a free, open-source browser extension for filtering advertisements, trackers, pop-ups, coin miners, malicious sites, and other unwanted requests. It is aimed at users who want detailed control over what browsers block…

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1Blocker is a freemium content-blocking app for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. It is aimed at Apple users who want more control over Safari, including ad blocking, tracker blocking, cookie-banner filtering, and other annoyance…

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  1. uBlock OriginAd Blockers 9.1Free plan
  2. 1BlockerAd Blockers 8.1Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • uBlock Origin — where it wins

    • Free and open source under the GPLv3 license
    • Custom rules, filter lists, element picker, and per-site controls
    • Blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups, coin miners, and malicious sites

    Where it doesn't

    • Support and functionality vary by browser and browser version
    • Chrome Web Store listing was removed on August 31, 2026
    • Advanced filtering may require more configuration than simpler blockers
  • 1Blocker — where it wins

    • Blocks ads, trackers, cookie banners, and web annoyances
    • Supports custom rules, element hiding, and third-party filter imports
    • Adds iCloud sync, Family Sharing, and iOS in-app tracker blocking

    Where it doesn't

    • Works across Apple platforms rather than a broad device ecosystem
    • Safari is the supported browser focus
    • Paid plans start at $2.99 per month

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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