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Stands AdBlocker vs Unicorn
Both stand on ad blocking software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidExtensionMac+1
Choose Stands if you want free ad blocking with controls for selected sites, creators, or channels. Android users need to browse inside Stands’ own browser, and users seeking stricter blocking may need to turn off Acceptable Ads or Search Ads.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
Unicorn combines browser and app ad blocking with filtering features for Windows and iPhone. App-level blocking has limits under Android and iOS security policies, and paid plans are billed yearly.
Visit UnicornThe facts
| Stands AdBlocker | Unicorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Personal Yearly Plan: $9.99 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Stands AdBlocker | Not published |
| Website | standsapp.org | getunicorn.app |
| On ad blocking software | #17 of 29 | #21 of 29 |
Stands AdBlocker: what it does well
- Free plan with no obligatory payments.
- Blocks ads, pop-ups, and trackers on websites.
- Includes an element picker and cookie pop-up removal.
- Users can allow ads on selected sites, creators, or channels.
- Available for major browsers, Windows, macOS, and Android.
What to know first
- Android blocking applies only inside Stands’ browser app.
- Some non-intrusive ads may be allowed by default.
- The privacy policy says it collects browsing information for ad blocking.
Unicorn: what it does well
- Blocks browser and app ads, including game ads.
- Says it blocks tracking and potential harmful sites.
- iPhone DNS protection covers requests from other apps.
- Free Unicorn HTTPS is available across four platforms.
- Family plan covers 9 devices.
What to know first
- Some app ads or web views may not be blocked.
- Personal plan covers 3 devices.
- Family plan costs $20.09 a year.
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