This article explains ways to filter ads and block popups on iPhone and macOS, including options for Safari and Apple's browser environment.
Pi-Hole vs Popup Blocker (strict)
How do Pi-Hole and Popup Blocker (strict) compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.
| Directory detail | Pi-Hole | Popup Blocker (strict) |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Block ads across a network with Pi-hole, which filters DNS requests for connected devices. | Popup Blocker (strict) prevents popup windows in a browser extension and includes a history feature. |
| Website | ||
| Type | Website | Open-source project |
| Topic | ||
| Pricing | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | Browser extension, Linux, Web | Android, Browser extension, Windows |
| Open source | Not stated | Yes |
| Language | English | English |
| Alternatives |
Other options to consider
Sites similar to both Pi-Hole and Popup Blocker (strict).
The Locale Switcher extension for Chrome and Firefox changes browser language settings and Accept-Language headers, with per-tab controls.
Skip sponsored segments in YouTube videos with SponsorBlock, a crowdsourced extension and open API.
Use JShelter, a browser extension that mitigates JavaScript threats such as fingerprinting, tracking, and data collection.
The arkenfox user.js wiki discusses browser extensions and recommends keeping them to a minimum because they have privileged browser access.
Behind The Overlay is a Chrome and Firefox extension that closes website overlays with one button.







