UBlock Origin
uBlock Origin Lite, the Manifest V3 version
The honest answer for Chrome and Edge users now that the full extension is gone from Chrome. It filters declaratively, so no background process runs while you browse, and its default rules cover uBlock Origin's own filters plus EasyList, EasyPrivacy and Peter Lowe's list. Ads and the common trackers still disappear on most sites.
It is not the full uBlock Origin. The browser's newer extension rules allow dynamic filtering only in part, and generic cosmetic cleanup needs the Complete mode. Custom filters and outside list subscriptions became available in June 2026, which closes much of the gap. Versions also exist for Firefox and Safari.
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