Magic Lasso

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Country: Australia (AU)
Founded: 2017
Developer: Magic Lasso
Pricing: Freemium
Open source: No
Platforms: iOS, macOS, Apple TV

Indexes

Ad Blockers

Overview

Magic Lasso Adblock is an ad blocker designed for Apple devices that blocks advertisements and trackers across Safari, YouTube, third-party apps, and Apple TV. The application serves users seeking to reduce ads, improve browsing speed, and protect privacy across their Apple ecosystem. The app distinguishes itself through cross-app ad blocking capabilities that extend beyond Safari to include other browsers like Chrome and Firefox, as well as native apps for news, social media, and games.

Key Features

Safari Ad Blocking - Blocks ads and trackers natively in Safari browser
YouTube Ad Blocking - Removes ads from YouTube videos
Cross-App Ad Blocking - Blocks ads in third-party apps including news, social media, and games
Multi-Browser Support - Blocks ads in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and other browsers
Apple TV Ad Blocking - Removes ads and trackers from Apple TV content
Daily Rule Updates - Automatically updates ad-blocking rules daily in the background
iCloud Syncing - Synchronizes custom rules across all user devices
Family Sharing - Allows subscription sharing across family members' devices

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free Trial	Free	30-day trial with full features
Annual Subscription	Annual subscription required after trial	All features including ad blocking, tracker blocking, daily updates, iCloud syncing, and family sharing

Platforms & Requirements

Magic Lasso runs on iOS, macOS, and Apple TV. The application requires iOS/macOS devices within Apple's ecosystem and operates as a content blocker integrated with Safari and other browsers. It does not support Android or non-Apple platforms.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Safari content blocker
Chrome browser
Firefox browser
Edge browser
Apple News app
iCloud sync
Family Sharing

Alternatives

App	Difference
AdGuard	Offers broader platform support including Android and Windows with similar cross-app blocking capabilities
1Blocker	iOS-focused ad blocker with emphasis on privacy and customizable filtering rules
Ghostery	Privacy-focused blocker available on multiple platforms with detailed tracker information
Wipr	Lightweight Safari-specific ad blocker for Apple devices with minimal configuration

Reputation

Magic Lasso maintains a user base of 300,000-400,000 users and is regularly updated with new features. The application is perceived as a comprehensive ad blocker for Apple devices, particularly valued for its cross-app blocking and Safari integration. The developer emphasizes ethical practices by declining advertiser payments, distinguishing it from some competitors. The app receives ongoing support and feature development, though specific user ratings and critical feedback from the search results are limited.

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