uBlock Origin Lite
Efficient, permission-light content blocking under Manifest V3
4.5 / 5 · 3.7K ratings
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AdGuard AdBlocker
Feature-rich ad and tracker blocking with configurable filter lists
4.7 / 5 · 68.9K ratings
Read the AdGuard AdBlocker reviewFeature-by-feature comparison
| Criterion | uBlock Origin Lite | AdGuard AdBlocker |
|---|---|---|
| Default page access | Basic mode filters without reading page contentEdge | Uses site access to apply its full rule set |
| Manual control | Curated lists and per-site modes | User rules, custom filter lists, and an element blockerEdge |
| Cost and code | Free and open source | Free and open source |
| Disclosed data collection | Listing declares no collection | Listing declares no collection |
| From the cited store listings | ||
| Public adoption | 21,000,000 users; 3.7K ratings | 17,000,000 users; 68.9K ratingsEdge |
| Store rating | 4.5 / 5 from 3.7K ratings | 4.7 / 5 from 68.9K ratingsEdge |
| Update recency | Last updated October 12, 2026 — actively maintained | Last updated October 12, 2026 — actively maintained |
Choose uBlock Origin Lite if…
- You want strong blocking with the least access granted.
- You prefer to install once and never open settings.
Choose AdGuard AdBlocker if…
- You write or import your own filter rules.
- You want to remove specific page elements by hand.
Bottom line
Start with uBlock Origin Lite and only move to AdGuard if you miss a specific control. Either way, run one blocker at a time.
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Sources
- Chrome Web Store listing
Store facts, update cadence, and privacy disclosure.
- Chrome Web Store listing
Rating, rating count, public users, version, update date, and publisher disclosures verified 2026-10-12.
- uBO Lite FAQ
Filtering modes and differences from uBlock Origin.
- AdGuard Browser Extension overview
Feature set, user rules, and Manifest V3 notes.