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Head-to-head · Ad Blockers

uBlock Origin vs wBlock

  • 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
wBlock #9 in Ad Blockers 8.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit wBlock

uBlock Origin leads on 0 checks, wBlock 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

uBlock Origin scores higher on our rubric for ad blockers: 9.1 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #9.

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

uBlock Origin is the better fit for power users wanting free, deep customization. wBlock is the better fit for safari users wanting advanced open-source controls.

  • uBlock Origin fits best

    Power users wanting free, deep customization

  • wBlock fits best

    Safari users wanting advanced open-source controls

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Side by side

Feature uBlock Origin 9.1/10 Visit ↗ wBlock 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.3
Ranking #3 in Ad Blockers #9 in Ad Blockers
Best for Power users wanting free, deep customization Safari users wanting advanced open-source controls
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Browser extension Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Android, Chrome extension macOS, iOS
Support Community, Docs Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features uBlock Origin 3/3 · wBlock 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
  • Free and open source with no paid plans
  • Custom lists, userscripts, userstyles, and element zapping
  • iCloud synchronization for settings and filter lists
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
  • Safari-only browser support
  • Limited to Apple platforms
  • Advanced controls may be more than basic blockers require
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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wBlock is a free, open-source content blocker for Safari on Apple devices. It blocks ads, trackers, cookie banners, pop-ups, redirects, unwanted scripts, and cosmetic page elements through multiple Safari content-blocking extensions. Its…

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  1. uBlock OriginAd Blockers 9.1Free plan
  2. wBlockAd Blockers 8.3Free plan

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

  • wBlock — where it wins

    • Free and open source with no paid plans
    • Custom lists, userscripts, userstyles, and element zapping
    • iCloud synchronization for settings and filter lists

    Where it doesn't

    • Safari-only browser support
    • Limited to Apple platforms
    • Advanced controls may be more than basic blockers require

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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