This article explains ways to filter ads and block popups on iPhone and macOS, including options for Safari and Apple's browser environment.
Bookmarklet
vsPi-Hole
Bookmarklet vs Pi-Hole
How do Bookmarklet and Pi-Hole compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.
| Directory detail | Bookmarklet | Pi-Hole |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | SB.js brings SponsorBlock to a bookmarklet or userscript for restrictive environments, with loader and standalone usage options. | Block ads across a network with Pi-hole, which filters DNS requests for connected devices. |
| Website | ||
| Type | Open-source project | Website |
| Topic | ||
| Pricing | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | Browser extension | Browser extension, Linux, Web |
| Open source | Yes | Not stated |
| Language | English | English |
| Alternatives |
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