1Blocker

1Blocker is an Apple-device content blocker with Safari filtering, custom rules, and options for blocking trackers and cookie pop-ups. Its Safari content blocker targets ads, cookie banners, annoyances, and trackers, while 1Blocker Scripts is a Safari web extension for harder-to-block ads and annoyances, including YouTube video ads. On iOS, an in-app tracking filter uses a local VPN profile to block invisible trackers across apps. The company says content filtering happens locally and that the app does not collect or process personal information or track visited sites. Requirements are iOS 16.0 or later and macOS 13.0 Ventura or later; visionOS is also supported. The free mode allows one blocking filter at a time and custom rules. Paid options are $2.99 a month, $14.99 a year, and a listed lifetime plan of $39.99 a month, described as a one-time payment. A 14-day trial is listed. Premium includes multiple blocking categories, background filter updates, in-app tracker protection, and Family Sharing for up to five family members on compatible devices.

1Blocker offers several forms of blocking for Apple devices, with a free mode and paid Premium options. Its Safari content blocker does not apply to Chrome or Firefox.

1Blocker suits Apple-device users who want Safari content filtering, custom rules, or in-app tracker blocking on iOS. It may also suit families who want to share Premium on compatible devices.

Overview

1Blocker is an ad and tracker blocker for Apple devices, built around Safari filtering and, on iOS, protection against trackers inside apps. It best suits people who want to customize blocking across Apple devices and are comfortable using Safari. Its main trade-off is browser reach: Safari filters do not apply to Chrome or Firefox.

Key features

Safari filtering covers ads, cookie banners, other annoyances and trackers. Custom filter lists and an element picker give users ways to adjust what gets blocked, while cookie-popup blocking targets a common source of page clutter. The product site says it includes more than 100,000 ad-blocking rules, can block more than 50,000 known trackers, and can filter over 9,000 adult sites. These broad rule sets support extensive filtering, though the browser limitation matters if Safari is not your main browser.

1Blocker Scripts is a Safari web extension for harder-to-block ads and annoyances, including YouTube video ads. On iOS, a local VPN profile blocks invisible trackers across apps, extending protection beyond Safari pages. The company says filtering runs locally on the device; its privacy policy says the application does not collect, store or process personal information, contain analytics tracking code, or track visited sites.

Custom rules and blocking preferences sync through Apple iCloud among devices signed into the same Apple ID. Premium also imports third-party filter lists for Ads, Privacy, Annoyances and Adult Content. Family Sharing covers up to five family members on compatible devices, making Premium more practical for an Apple household.

Pricing

Free mode costs nothing and allows one blocking filter at a time, along with custom rules. That is enough for a focused setup, but users who want several blocking categories enabled together will need a paid plan.

• Monthly: $2.99 a month, renewing every month. It includes all content-blocking features, multiple blocking categories, background filter updates and in-app tracker protection. This suits users who want the full feature set without an annual commitment.
• Yearly: $14.99 a year, renewing every year, with the same listed features. It is the lower-cost paid option for people who expect to use Premium beyond a short period.
• Lifetime: $39.99 a month, described as a one-time payment for Premium features forever. It avoids recurring renewals, though its listed monthly price and one-time billing description do not align; buyers should confirm the purchase terms before choosing it.

The listed trial lasts 14 days. Premium supports native Family Sharing for up to five family members on compatible devices.

Platforms

1Blocker supports iOS, macOS and extension use, with desktop-and-mobile device coverage. It requires iOS 16.0 or later and macOS 13.0 Ventura or later, and also supports visionOS. Its Safari content filters do not cover Chrome or Firefox, so it is a poor fit for people who need the same browser blocking across browsers.

Who it's for

Choose 1Blocker if you use Apple devices, browse primarily in Safari and want control over filter categories, custom rules and element-level blocking. The iOS app-tracker filter and iCloud sync add useful coverage for people who want protection beyond Safari pages or use multiple devices under one Apple ID. Look elsewhere if you rely on Chrome or Firefox and want the same content filtering there.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Safari filters cover ads, trackers, cookie banners and annoyances, with custom lists and an element picker for more control.
• Pros: iOS in-app tracker blocking extends filtering beyond the browser, and the company says filtering happens locally.
• Pros: Premium includes multiple categories, third-party filter imports and Family Sharing for up to five family members.
• Cons: Free mode permits only one active blocking filter, limiting broader coverage without Premium.
• Cons: Safari content filters do not extend to Chrome or Firefox.
• Cons: The Lifetime plan's $39.99 a month price conflicts with its one-time-payment billing description.

Alternatives

Consider Adblock Plus if you need a blocker across a wider mix of platforms, including Android, Linux and Windows; its web extension is open source under GPLv3, though some versions are not. AdBlock Pro for Safari is another freemium option for iOS and macOS users focused on Safari. AdBlocker Ultimate supports more platform types, including Android, Windows and web, and offers personal and family plans. AdLock covers Android, iOS, macOS and Windows, with a 1 year plan at $39.50 a year. Disconnect spans browser extensions, mobile, desktop and web, with a Basic Extension for a single browser. Ghostery is a free, open-source choice across Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows and extensions, with no subscription required. Roadblock supports extension, iOS and macOS, with a $0.99 a month Premium plan. Adblock Fast is a free option for Android, iOS, web, Windows and extensions, and its repository describes the program as GPL-3.0-or-later with listed exceptions. For broader browsing options, see Ad Blocking Software and Ad blockers.

Verdict

1Blocker is a strong choice for Safari-first Apple users who want adjustable blocking, local filtering and iOS protection against trackers inside apps. Its most compelling reason to choose it is the combination of browser filters and app-level tracker blocking, with Premium sharing across a family. Choose another blocker if you need Safari-style filtering in Chrome or Firefox, or if a one-filter free setup is not enough and you do not want a subscription.