AdBlock vs Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker
AdBlock and Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker both compete in the same corner of the Chrome Web Store (adblock), but they are built for different users. AdBlock has roughly 61M users and a 4.5-star average; Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker sits at about 3M users with 4.8 stars. On pricing, AdBlock is freemium while Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker is free.
AdBlock
4.5One of the most installed ad blockers for Chrome, with simple whitelisting.
Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker
4.8Stands AdBlocker – it's a free ad blocker for YouTube, Twitch, Pop-Ups, Video Ads, and websites. Block ads everywhere with Stands!
Side-by-side comparison
| AdBlock | Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Reviews | 290,300 | 158,200 |
| Users | ~61M+ | ~3M+ |
| Pricing | Freemium · Free, Premium from $10/yr | Free |
| Category | Privacy & Security | Productivity |
| Developer | BetaFish | Stands |
| Last updated | 2026-08-24 | 2026-08-24 |
| Best for | Beginners who want ad blocking without settings | Stands AdBlocker – it's a free ad blocker for YouTube, Twitch, Pop-Ups, Video Ads, and websites. Block ads everywhere with Stands! |
Final recommendation
AdBlock wins on adoption, but Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker scores higher with reviewers — start there if ratings matter more.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install AdBlock and Ad Blocker: Stands AdBlocker at the same time?
Yes, Chrome runs them independently. Keep both only if they do different jobs; if they overlap, pick one, because each active extension adds memory use, page scripts and another set of permissions.
Where do the ratings and install numbers come from?
From each extension's public Chrome Web Store listing. They can lag the live store slightly, and a dash means the figures have not been synced yet.
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