uMatrix vs 1Blocker

Struggling to choose between uMatrix and 1Blocker? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

uMatrix is a Security & Privacy solution with tags like firewall, privacy, security, browser-extension.

It boasts features such as Allows granular control over browser requests, Can block scripts, iframes, CSS, images, etc, Prevents cross-site tracking, Forces HTTPS connections, Open source and pros including Very customizable, Improves privacy, Enhances security, Lightweight and fast.

On the other hand, 1Blocker is a Security & Privacy product tagged with ad-blocking, privacy-protection, safari-extension.

Its standout features include Blocks ads, Blocks trackers, Blocks malware, Prevents companies from collecting personal data, Fast, Lightweight, Customizable, and it shines with pros like Effective at blocking ads and trackers, Improves browsing speed, Protects privacy, Easy to customize blocking rules, Works across multiple Apple devices.

Feature	uMatrix	1Blocker
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Security & Privacy	Security & Privacy

Product Overview

uMatrix

Description: uMatrix is an open-source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and Firefox forks. It works as a firewall and allows users to selectively enable and disable various types of requests made by websites for improved security and privacy.

1Blocker

Description: 1Blocker is an ad blocking and privacy protection extension and app for Safari. It blocks ads, trackers, malware, and prevents companies from collecting personal data. 1Blocker is fast, lightweight, and customizable.

Key Features Comparison

uMatrix Features

• Allows granular control over browser requests
• Can block scripts, iframes, CSS, images, etc
• Prevents cross-site tracking
• Forces HTTPS connections
• Open source

1Blocker Features

• Blocks ads
• Blocks trackers
• Blocks malware
• Prevents companies from collecting personal data
• Fast
• Lightweight
• Customizable

Pros & Cons Analysis

uMatrix

Pros

• Very customizable
• Improves privacy
• Enhances security
• Lightweight and fast

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Can break websites
• Requires more configuration than other blockers

1Blocker

Pros

• Effective at blocking ads and trackers
• Improves browsing speed
• Protects privacy
• Easy to customize blocking rules
• Works across multiple Apple devices

Cons

• Only available for Apple devices
• Requires manual configuration for optimal blocking
• Can break some websites if blocking rules are too aggressive

Pricing Comparison

uMatrix

• Open Source

1Blocker

• Freemium