SwizzTube: Video Ad Blocker

Name: SwizzTube: Video Ad Blocker
Rating: 4.6 (395 reviews)
Author: Valerio Perrotta (CH)

By: Valerio Perrotta (CH)

Web Browser, PiP, No ads

Features & Capabilities

SwizzTube is a video-optimized web browser with a powerful built-in ad blocker that delivers uninterrupted YouTube viewing in 4K. It supports PiP, background playback, and a dark mode across iPhone, iPad, and Mac for a smoother, ad-free video experience.

Key features include an integrated Ad & Shorts blocker, SponsorBlock, AirPlay HD, iCloud sync, and a mini overlay video player. It also offers auto-open of the last page, a watchlist, and more. Free usage is available up to 20 sessions, after which a one-time purchase is required.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Valerio Perrotta (CH)

Rating:

4.60

(395) 2 new ratings

Version:

3.4.5 Last updated: 2026-05-21

Version code:

885954535

Creation date:

2023-09-20

Compatible devices:

Size:

12.37MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-30

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 87,663 ▲ 67

Other rankings

#24 in adblock for youtube keyword 69 ▼ 6#28 in adskipper keyword 28 ▲ 23#30 in ad skipper keyword 38 ▲ 31#55 in block ads keyword 93 ▲ #94 in flash player keyword 50 ▲

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Developed by:

Valerio Perrotta (CH)

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/swizztube-video-ad-blocker/id6466721604

Website:

https://www.swizztube.ch

User Reviews

SwizzTube is praised for ad-free viewing, sponsor-blocking, background playback, and a lightweight, privacy-conscious experience—even on older devices—with a one-time payment model. Common concerns include stability issues and crashes after updates, intrusive popups, and occasional paywall friction. Users also note missing features like scrubbing, PiP, and multi-window, plus occasional input and YouTube Music playback glitches. Overall, it’s favored for reducing ads and offering fast, private YouTube access, but stability and feature completeness could improve.

Pros

Ad-free viewing with built-in sponsor-blocking for YouTube, eliminating pre-roll and mid-video ads.
Background playback and reliable resume when the device is locked or the app is switched or minimized.
Lightweight, fast, and usable on older devices (e.g., iPhone 8 Plus); feels quicker than Safari with Adblock.
Strong privacy: no data collection and privacy-preserving features; developers are responsive.
One-time payment model (no ongoing subscription) with free usage options in many cases.

Cons

Stability issues: frequent crashes and updates can break the app; some users report force closes.
Intrusive popups that appear on actions and disrupt navigation.
Payment/friction: donation requirements or subscription-like limitations to access certain features.
Missing essential features (e.g., scrubbing/fast-forward, Picture-in-Picture, multiple windows).
Input/search glitches and occasional YouTube Music playback problems (typing not working, black screen).

Recent reviews

When I am watching content and get a call, whether I go into call menu or exit app and then call then it plays loud over call. Kind of annoying. I need to force quit the app before taking the call. Would bring it down to a two but want this app to succeed

by .V*****, 2026-06-10

A tutorial or guide Maybe a way to remove the shorts button? Different resolutions for on and off WiFi Also why is there a hd air play option that doesn’t work when you press the 3 lines on the top bar on YouTube? I don’t know if these are possible because it’s running a website but I think they would be cool to see Thank you for making this app!