Roadblock review
A low-cost Apple blocker with custom rules, profiles, and iCloud sync.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Roadblock is a freemium content blocker from Obied Corner Software for people using Safari on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It blocks advertisements, including pop-ups and video ads, along with tracking scripts, cookie consent banners, chat widgets, subscription overlays, and other unwanted content. A Chrome extension is also available. The free plan makes Roadblock suitable for users who want core blocking without a subscription, while Premium targets people who need deeper control and synchronized settings.
Pricing is straightforward across the published plans. Free includes ad blocking, tracker protection, global coverage, and annoyance blocking. Premium costs $0.99 per month when billed monthly or $5.99 per year when billed annually. Both Premium options add custom rules, iCloud Sync, priority rules updates and support, and Family sharing. The annual price is the lower-cost route for users who expect to keep the blocker, while the free tier covers the main blocking functions without those advanced controls.
Roadblock’s strongest distinction is the combination of custom filtering and profile management. Users can create rules for blocking, hiding, allowing, securing, and stripping cookies; select page elements visually; import or export profiles and rules; and maintain website allowlists or blocklists. Built-in rules are updated regularly, and iCloud synchronization connects settings across Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Choose Roadblock if Apple device coverage, low pricing, cookie controls, and synced profiles are the priorities. It is a weaker fit for anyone who needs broad browser support beyond its Safari-centered coverage or wants advanced controls without upgrading.
Roadblock pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free plan covers ads, trackers, pop-ups, and web annoyances
- Premium adds custom rules, profiles, element picking, and iCloud Sync
- Works across Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with a Chrome extension
- Where it doesn't
- Its primary browser coverage is limited to Safari
- Advanced controls require the Premium plan
- Family sharing and priority support are paid-tier features
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