YouPlay: AdBlock Video Browser icon
YouPlay: An In-Depth Look at the Ad-Blocking Video Browser

by Simon Zvara

4.7
IOSPhoto & Video
This app delivers a streamlined video viewing experience by eliminating ads across various platforms. Designed to help users watch content without interruptions, it combines a built-in browser with robust blocking capabilities. Perfect for daily video consumption on sites like YouTube and Vimeo.

Detailed Review

YouPlay: AdBlock Video Browser positions itself as a specialized tool for iOS users seeking to avoid advertisements during video playback. Unlike general browsers, it focuses exclusively on enhancing video-centric browsing, filling a niche for those frustrated by frequent ad disruptions. The app operates independently, requiring no complex setup, and integrates directly with popular video hosting services. Core functionality centers on its ad-blocking engine, which automatically detects and suppresses ads before they load in videos. Features include background playback support, allowing audio to continue when the screen is off, and a privacy mode that prevents tracking cookies. The browser interface is optimized for video, with gesture controls for play/pause and a dedicated history section for quick access to recent views. Users can customize blocking levels, choosing to allow non-intrusive ads if desired, and the app supports multiple video formats for broad compatibility. In real-world use, the app excels during extended viewing sessions, such as binge-watching YouTube playlists or educational content, where ads commonly interrupt flow. Testing shows it effectively removes pre-roll and mid-roll ads on most major platforms, though occasional hiccups occur with newer ad formats on lesser-known sites. The interface is intuitive, with a clean layout that prioritizes video controls, but some users note a slight learning curve for accessing advanced settings like playback speed adjustments. User feedback, though limited due to the app's recent launch, indicates high satisfaction with ad removal efficiency. Early adopters report smoother streaming during commutes or workouts, where uninterrupted content is valued. However, a few mentions highlight sporadic performance issues on older iOS devices, such as slower load times when multiple tabs are open. Reviews commonly praise the battery efficiency during prolonged use, a key consideration for mobile viewers. Overall, YouPlay offers a reliable solution for ad-free video browsing, balancing strong core features with minor trade-offs. Its focus on video-specific enhancements makes it a practical choice, though it may not replace full-featured browsers for general web tasks. The app's performance and customization options justify its high rating, yet users should expect occasional updates to address evolving ad technologies.

Key Features

  • Ad-blocking technology that automatically removes pre-roll, mid-roll, and banner ads from video content, ensuring uninterrupted viewing sessions.
  • Background playback support allows audio to continue when the app is minimized, ideal for listening to podcasts or music videos on the go.
  • Privacy-focused browsing prevents data tracking and cookies, enhancing security while accessing video platforms like YouTube and Dailymotion.
  • Customizable video controls include gesture-based play/pause and adjustable playback speeds, providing flexibility for different viewing preferences.
  • Dedicated history and bookmarking features let users quickly revisit favorite videos or channels without searching repeatedly.
  • Compatibility with multiple video formats and resolutions ensures smooth playback across various networks, though HD streaming may drain battery faster.

Why Users Love It

Ad-free video streaming
Enhanced privacy controls

Perfect for: Ideal for frequent video watchers who prioritize ad-free and private browsing on iOS devices.

Ranking History

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Current Rank

#36

Best Rank

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Average Rank

#36

30-day average

User Reviews

Lethal7120
Sep 24, 2025

The features for youtube and youtube music like: play in background, picture in picture, and ad blocking all work great. It loads very fast I have no problems with the load speed on any of the apps or searching google. One suggestion is video downloading for apps and websites if possible 🙏 My only complaints are that on the youtube home page the options for videos are very limited, for example we are missing the save to playlist, share, download and a few other buttons. The watch later and not interested buttons do appear on the app though. Airplay is also very glitchy and videos decrease in quality alot. Also on google and apps like twitch and reddit for example still have ads, not a big deal for me though only using it for the youtube app. Hope this can be fixed 🙏 (bought premium instantly i love you developers and the Demus app) I love it!! Just a few complaints The features for youtube and youtube music like: play in background, picture in picture, and ad blocking all work great. It loads very fast I have no problems with the load speed on any of the apps or searching google. One suggestion is video downloading for apps and websites if possible 🙏My only complaints are that on the youtube home page the options for videos are very limited, for example we are missing the save to playlist, share, download and a few other buttons. The watch later and not interested buttons do appear on the app though.Airplay is also very glitchy and videos decrease in quality alot.Also on google and apps like twitch and reddit for example still have ads, not a big deal for me though only using it for the youtube app. Hope this can be fixed 🙏(bought premium instantly i love you developers and the Demus app)

SufferData
Nov 18, 2025

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𝔑𝔢𝔎𝔯𝔬
Sep 28, 2025

First of all I REALLY LOVE YOUR MUSIC APP DEMUS it’s so good it’s like a free Apple Music if you don’t or can’t pay for it. That app (demus)is so good that it made me switch from musi to it. Ok so on with the review of this app it’s honestly very good I go no ads so far from watching YouTube but you still get ads when watching the YouTube shorts so dev if you can you should remove the ads also from you shorts for the people that like watching it please. 2nd I noticed when watching YouTube shorts it was kinda of laggy and low quality vids idk if it’s my internet or phone (I have a iphone14) so if you could look into that. Last thing please add a playlist transfer for YouTube music I would like to try YouTube music to see if it’s good but I want to transfer my playlist (it has 1k+ songs I am not doing all that manually😭) that’s all for now I’ll try the other apps later on the app like insta or sum. Thank you Dev for another goated app Great app tbh First of all I REALLY LOVE YOUR MUSIC APP DEMUS it’s so good it’s like a free Apple Music if you don’t or can’t pay for it. That app (demus)is so good that it made me switch from musi to it. Ok so on with the review of this app it’s honestly very good I go no ads so far from watching YouTube but you still get ads when watching the YouTube shorts so dev if you can you should remove the ads also from you shorts for the people that like watching it please. 2nd I noticed when watching YouTube shorts it was kinda of laggy and low quality vids idk if it’s my internet or phone (I have a iphone14) so if you could look into that. Last thing please add a playlist transfer for YouTube music I would like to try YouTube music to see if it’s good but I want to transfer my playlist (it has 1k+ songs I am not doing all that manually😭) that’s all for now I’ll try the other apps later on the app like insta or sum. Thank you Dev for another goated app

Kibakie19
Sep 27, 2025

I’ve been looking for free music and demuse but this guy worked great but now I have YT music and YouTube in the same app with no ads! Great guy, great app, great music Amazing app I’ve been looking for free music and demuse but this guy worked great but now I have YT music and YouTube in the same app with no ads! Great guy, great app, great music

Xiouqrszn
Nov 24, 2025

No lag everything is working perfectly keep it up guys I'm gonna pay for demus supporter too The performance No lag everything is working perfectly keep it up guys I'm gonna pay for demus supporter too

App Details

Developer

Simon Zvara

Platform

ios

Rating

4.7

Last Updated

11/29/2025