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A uBlock Origin alternative, with respect

uBlock Origin is a great blocker. Its author has done the web a real service. This page is not about why it is bad. It is about who Clearfold may suit better.

Where we differ

TopicuBlock OriginClearfold
Fix speedCommunity lists update often.We aim to ship fixes in minutes and show open issues on a public status page.
InterfacePowerful, with a lot of options.Three simple tabs. Good defaults. Little to configure.
Safari and iPhoneNot available on Safari.Coming with Pro, on Mac and iPhone.
SetupGreat once you tune it.Works out of the box.
PriceFree.Free core. Optional Pro.

What we share

Who should stay with uBlock Origin

If you like fine control, advanced dynamic filtering or reading your own logs, uBlock Origin is hard to beat. Stay with it.

Who might like Clearfold

If you want something that just works, a fix when a site changes, and the same experience across your devices, give Clearfold a try. It is free.

Safari for Mac and iPhone is coming with Pro.

Questions

Is uBlock Origin bad?

No. It is excellent, open source, and trusted by many people. If it works well for you, keep it.

Why would I choose Clearfold?

If you want simple defaults, fast and public fixes, and the same blocker on Safari and iPhone, Clearfold may suit you better.

Can I run both?

You can, but two blockers often overlap and add little. Pick one to keep things simple.

Does Clearfold use uBlock Origin code?

No. We write our own runtime. We do use well-known public filter lists, listed on the credits page.