Suggestions appear as you type. Use the up and down arrows to choose one and Enter to open it.

This page's audience our own tag's counts — open to see them
–Visits
–Page views
–Clicks to vendors
–Time on page
–Reading now
Clicks to vendors, by tool
  • –
Top countries
  • –
Devices
  • –

– · visits, page views and clicks counted by our own tag, which counts more than our checked analytics; every figure rounded down · how we count

Head-to-head · Ad Blockers

uBlock Origin vs AdBlock

  • 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
AdBlock #4 in Ad Blockers 8.9/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit AdBlock

uBlock Origin leads on 0 checks, AdBlock 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 AdBlock

uBlock Origin scores higher on our rubric for ad blockers: 9.1 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

On browser support, AdBlock gives you Major-browsers where uBlock Origin offers Multiple-browsers.

uBlock Origin is the better fit for power users wanting free, deep customization. AdBlock is the better fit for users wanting premium extras and VPN.

  • uBlock Origin fits best

    Power users wanting free, deep customization

  • AdBlock fits best

    Users wanting premium extras and VPN

Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.

Side by side

Feature uBlock Origin 9.1/10 Visit ↗ AdBlock 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.9
Ranking #3 in Ad Blockers #4 in Ad Blockers
Best for Power users wanting free, deep customization Users wanting premium extras and VPN
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan $40/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 7 days
Deployment Browser extension Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Android, Chrome extension Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Community, Docs Email, Tickets, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features uBlock Origin 3/3 · AdBlock 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 Major-browsers
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
  • Desktop, mobile, and major-browser coverage
  • Custom filters, filter subscriptions, and point-and-click element hiding
  • Premium adds VPN, cookie blocking, and distraction controls
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
  • Several advanced features require a Premium plan
  • Premium pricing is separate from the free core experience
  • Enhanced YouTube blocking is limited to Premium
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…

Read the review →

AdBlock is an ad-blocking product for people who want to reduce advertisements, third-party trackers, pop-ups, banners, video ads, and other page distractions. It is available through browser extensions and mobile applications, with…

Read the review →
  1. uBlock OriginAd Blockers 9.1Free plan
  2. AdBlockAd Blockers 8.9Free plan · 7-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

  • AdBlock — where it wins

    • Desktop, mobile, and major-browser coverage
    • Custom filters, filter subscriptions, and point-and-click element hiding
    • Premium adds VPN, cookie blocking, and distraction controls

    Where it doesn't

    • Several advanced features require a Premium plan
    • Premium pricing is separate from the free core experience
    • Enhanced YouTube blocking is limited to Premium

More comparisons

All ad blockers comparisons → · Full ranking →

Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

Last updated · How we research and update