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Top ad blocker that historically scores 100/100 on AdBlock Tester, passing every banner, interstitial, pop-up, and contextual ad test
Successfully blocked YouTube ads in our testing, one of the trickier platforms for ad blockers to handle consistently
Works across Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Opera, plus Android and iOS mobile apps
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All About Cookies does not include all financial or credit offers that might be available to consumers nor do we include all companies or all available products. Information is accurate as of the publishing date and has not been provided or endorsed by the advertiser.
The All About Cookies editorial team strives to provide accurate, in-depth information and reviews to help you, our reader, make online privacy decisions with confidence. Here's what you can expect from us:
We've tested and reviewed 21 ad blockers, and Total Adblock comes out on top for its reliability, efficiency, and user-friendliness. It earns perfect scores in our ad-blocking tests, and it can reliably block ads on YouTube, from pre-rolls to banners.
However, I don't recommend relying solely on the free version of Total Adblock if you want to consistently block all ad types (and don't want annoying prompts to upgrade). The Premium version of Total Adblock blocks ads on every site we tested, and the subscription bundles TotalAV antivirus protection and PC cleanup.
I'll break down why Total Adblock is one of the best ad blockers on the market, based on its performance during testing, features, pricing, and more.
| Paid version | Starts at $1.59/mo |
| AdBlock Tester score | 100/100 |
| Can You Block It score | 3/3 |
| Does it block YouTube ads? | Yes |
| Compatibility | Android, iOS, Chrome, Edge, Safari, Opera |
| Learn more | Get Total Adblock |
Total Adblock is free, with an option to upgrade to the premium plan for $1.59/mo. The price jumps to $8.25/mo after the first year.
| Free | Premium | |
| Price | Free | $1.59/mo |
| Blocks unlimited ads | ||
| Blocks trackers | ||
| Whitelisting | ||
| Blocks browser notifications | ||
| Antivirus protection | ||
| Details | View plan | View plan |
We recommend the paid version for a few reasons:
Total Adblock is among the most affordable ad blockers we've reviewed, especially because the Premium plan includes antivirus protection. It also offers a money-back guarantee that lasts for 30 days for annual subscriptions and 14 days for monthly subscriptions.
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Top ad blocker that historically scores 100/100 on AdBlock Tester, passing every banner, interstitial, pop-up, and contextual ad test
Successfully blocked YouTube ads in our testing, one of the trickier platforms for ad blockers to handle consistently
Works across Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Opera, plus Android and iOS mobile apps
I tested Total Adblock using AdBlock Tester and Can You Block It tests. AdBlock Tester tests for the following types of ads:
Total Adblock received 100/100, indicating that it’s a powerful tool against all types of ads.
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Can You Block It tests if your ad blocker can block "Disable adblocker" warnings, banner ads, and interstitial ads. Total Adblock aced the test by blocking all three types, and it even passed the eXtreme Test.
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| AdBlock Tester | Can You Block It | |
| Total Adblock score | 100/100 | 3/3 |
In addition to unwanted ads, Total Adblock can block malicious ads, phishing redirects, and known dangerous domains. Other elements that Total Adblock can block include subscription overlays, GDPR pop-ups, and other browser annoyances.
Plus, Total Adblock let me skip cookie consent banners with a simple toggle. With "cookie consent cutter" enabled, I never had to "accept" cookies because Total Adblock automatically rejected unwanted cookies and accepted first-party cookies, which are the default cookies necessary for a smooth browsing experience.
Total Adblock blocks trackers and hidden scripts that websites set up to keep tabs on you, including trackers on social media. These trackers are usually for advertising or analytical purposes, so this blocker can help with anonymity online.
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YouTube is determined to stop ad blockers on its site. Every few months, we see people complain that YouTube has commenced another crackdown, so we like to check our ad blockers regularly to make sure they still work against it.
I've been impressed that Total Adblock consistently blocks YouTube's ads, from in-video ads to page banners. Plus, the videos play instantly without stuttering or lagging.
In total, Total Adblock stopped 112 ads and trackers on YouTube. It was refreshing to watch a cooking video without interruptions from ads or clutter on the page.
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When I wanted to enable ads or pop-ups on certain websites, I could easily set up whitelists right in the app or extension by clicking on the settings icon, then selecting Allow List. From there, I added the tab I was viewing to the Allow List.
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This is useful if certain trusted websites have important pop-ups that keep accidentally getting blocked by Total Adblock. It can also make a huge difference for content creators and websites that rely on ad revenue to run their businesses, such as your favorite YouTuber or blogger.
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The Total WebShield browser offers a pop-up suppression feature called "Quiet Mode," which helps reduce distractions by silencing intrusive pop-ups. These include website notifications, spam, and permission requests.
Toggling on Quiet Mode even stops annoyances like email newsletter sign-ups and chat boxes. Cutting out pop-ups creates a better browsing experience because page load times can improve, and unwanted pop-up requests won't be eating at your data.
Because an ad blocker sits between you and every site you visit, it's worth knowing what it does with your own data. Total Adblock is operated by Total Security Limited (part of Point Wild, formerly Pango).
Per its privacy policy, it collects the account details you'd expect — name, email, phone number, and payment info — plus data gathered automatically, like your IP address, browser and device type, and the pages you visit, using cookies and similar technologies.
Worth noting for a privacy tool: Total Adblock uses some of this data for its own advertising and marketing, and shares hashed identifiers (such as your email) with partners like Meta to match audiences and measure campaigns. Its policy states it doesn't "sell" your personal information as defined by U.S. state laws, but it does share data for targeted advertising. You can opt out of that sharing, request a copy of your data, or ask for deletion through Total Adblock's Data Privacy Hub.
It also says it doesn't knowingly collect data from anyone under 18.
| Compatibility | |
| Google Chrome | |
| Mozilla Firefox | |
| Safari | |
| Microsoft Edge | |
| Other browsers | Yes — Opera |
| Android | |
| iOS | |
| Desktop apps |
Total Adblock is available on most popular browsers, like Google Chrome and Safari. It has a dedicated app for iOS, but the Android app must be downloaded outside of the Google Play Store. It's provided directly from Total Adblock's servers, but we understand feeling wary of this download process.
Note that Total Adblock is no longer available for Firefox.
| Support type | Total Adblock |
| Email or live chat | |
| Phone | |
| Online guides or forums |
You can contact Total Adblock support via support ticket or live chat. Just note that it takes some digging to find these options, and they're exclusive to premium subscriptions.
First, I had to log in to my Total Security account. Then, I navigated to the Help & Support Center, but all of the options were for support guides. I clicked through a couple of guides to find the option to open a ticket or start a chat at the end of a guide.
There's no phone support specifically for Total Adblock users, but there is support for TotalAV subscribers.
Total Adblock has largely positive reviews on the App Store and on Trustpilot. 73% of users gave Total Adblock a five-star rating on Trustpilot. Positive reviewers discuss its effectiveness, ease of use, and the addition of TotalAV antivirus.
Reviewers are much less happy with Total Adblock on the Google Play Store. Note that Total Adblock is only available on the Google Play Store for Samsung and Yandex browsers, so we couldn't find reviews for Total Adblock's Android APK download.
Negative reviews mention receiving more ads and spam after downloading Total Adblock on Android. Several have also had trouble canceling their accounts and contacting customer support.
Total Adblock is essentially set-it-and-forget-it software. I installed the extension on Google Chrome, and it started blocking ads immediately.
When I started as a free user, I was enrolled in a seven-day free trial to block unlimited ads on every website. To enable and disable Total Adblock, I opened the extension or app and hit the green button.
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To allow ads to be shown on specific websites automatically, follow these steps:
In 2025, Google finished rolling out Manifest V3, a change to how Chrome extensions work that swapped the old webRequest system for a more limited API called declarativeNetRequest. The real-world fallout: with Chrome 138 in July 2025, Google disabled Manifest V2 extensions across the browser, which is why the classic version of uBlock Origin no longer runs on Chrome.
Total Adblock held up in our testing. In our most recent round on Chrome, it still scored a perfect 100/100 on AdBlock Tester and passed all three Can You Block It tests — the same results we recorded before the transition. So while the Manifest V3 shift hobbled some open-source blockers, it hasn't dented Total Adblock's day-to-day blocking on Chrome.
Although Total Adblock is a top option for getting away from pesky ads, we can recommend Total Adblock alternatives. With premium ad blockers, it comes down to the perks. Total Adblock bundles antivirus software with its subscription, but you can get a solid VPN with Surfshark CleanWeb. With Aura Ad Blocker, you can get antivirus, a VPN, and a password manager.
Here's how Total Adblock compares.
Total Adblock is a standalone ad blocker with a free tier and a $1.59/mo premium plan that bundles in TotalAV antivirus. Surfshark CleanWeb isn't sold on its own. It only comes as part of a broader Surfshark subscription (VPN plus other privacy tools), priced from $2.49-$21.85/mo depending on plan.
On testing, Total Adblock scored higher on the AdBlock Tester (100/100 vs. 96/100) and both have blocked YouTube ads consistently.
On value, Surfshark is the winner because its price doesn't spike at renewal the way Total Adblock's does, and you get VPN protection bundled in. On compatibility, Surfshark wins too, supporting more platforms (including Linux and desktop apps) and allowing for unlimited simultaneous connections.
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Ad blocker that blocks banner ads, pop-ups, and video ads across your browser, mobile apps, and Fire TV
Scored 96/100 on AdBlock Tester and passed all three Can You Block It tests
Comes bundled with Surfshark VPN, which encrypts your connection, hides your IP, and blocks phishing sites
Learn more in our Total Adblock vs. Surfshark CleanWeb comparison.
Total Adblock and Aura Ad Blocker have a similar starting price ($1.67/mo for Aura), but the latter has a cheaper renewal price. Aura also bundles in a password manager, VPN, and antivirus.
Total Adblock has better ad blocking performance: it scored slightly better on the Can You Block It test (3/3 vs. 2.5/3) and it can actually block YouTube ads.
Total Adblock also has the upper hand due to its mobile app coverage, while Aura Ad Blocker is only a browser extension.
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Ad blocker that scored 100/100 on AdBlock Tester, blocking banner ads, pop-ups, and trackers
Part of the Aura security suite, which also includes antivirus, a VPN, a password manager, and Safe Browsing tools
Comes with a 60-day money-back guarantee, which is twice as long as most competitors offer
Learn more in our Total Adblock vs. Aura Ad Blocker comparison.
Total Adblock is one of the best ad blockers, especially for those who want a “set-it-and-forget-it” experience with fewer ads and trackers. It earned a 100/100 score from AdBlock Tester, and it provides antivirus protection on the Premium plan.
Even if you don’t opt for the paid version, the Total Adblock free download offers a solid amount of protection from trackers and a smoother web-surfing experience. Note that the free version will persistently prompt you to upgrade.
If you want a simple, powerful way to block ads, then Total Adblock is worth considering.
Every ad blocker in this guide is hands-on tested by our team using a consistent process. We evaluate each product across six areas:
We test all ad blockers at least twice a year to ensure our recommendations stay current. We test across Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS so our results reflect real-world performance on the devices most readers actually use.
To learn more about how we test, read our full ad blocker methodology here.
Total Adblock's perfect star rating of 5.0 was achieved due to its 5/5 scores in the experience, value, features, and customer service categories.
Total Adblock was docked one point in the compatibility factor because it does not offer dedicated desktop applications.
| Decision factor | Weight | Verdict |
| Our experience | 15% | 5.0 |
| Value | 21% | 5.0 |
| Features | 18% | 5.0 |
| Test results | 34% | 5.0 |
| Compatibility | 5% | 4.0 |
| Customer service | 7% | 5.0 |
| Test date | Change logs |
| June 3, 2026 | No changes recorded |
| March 4, 2026 | No changes recorded |
| November 19, 2025 | No changes recorded |
| August 20, 2025 | No changes recorded |
| June 12, 2025 | No changes recorded |
| February 26, 2025 | No changes recorded |
| October 8, 2024 | No changes recorded |
| April 17, 2024 | AdBlock Tester: 100/100; Can You Block It: 3/3; YouTube ads blocked |
Yes, Total Adblock is real software with a perfect ad-blocking score. It's from the makers of TotalAV, an award-winning antivirus program. I hands-on tested the program on my own computer and found it extremely efficient at blocking ads, even on YouTube.
As a first-time user, you can opt for the free version or benefit from a discount and pay $1.59/mo for the Premium plan.
After that, you'll pay $99.00/yr, which works out to $8.25/mo and includes the top-rated antivirus protection TotalAV. You're basically getting Total Adblock for free.
To cancel your subscription, simply log in to your Total Adblock account on the website, click on My Subscriptions in the left-hand menu, and click the Cancel Subscription button on the plan you want to cancel. If you need any help, you can use this help form to contact support.
Total Adblock beats Adblock Plus because its premium plan includes real-time phishing and malware protection with WebShield, a feature of the included antivirus software TotalAV.
In short, Total Adblock is a more comprehensive ad blocking solution.
Top ad blocker that historically scores 100/100 on AdBlock Tester, passing every banner, interstitial, pop-up, and contextual ad test
Successfully blocked YouTube ads in our testing, one of the trickier platforms for ad blockers to handle consistently
Works across Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Opera, plus Android and iOS mobile apps
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