When comparing Blokada vs Projectivy Launcher, the Slant community recommends Projectivy Launcher for most people. In the question“What are the best Android TV/Google TV/Fire TV enhancements?” Projectivy Launcher is ranked 1st while Blokada is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose Projectivy Launcher is:
The new leanback launcher has integrated full screen ads for streaming services.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Free and open source
Older version Blokada 4 still free. Blokada 5 free without VPN option. Best solution recommended is either Blokada 6 or Blokada 6+, based on personal experience with all these versions and trying other apps.
Pro Doesn't require root
Pro Great features
Blokada works across all of your apps, not only the browser! It doesn't require root, supports both wifi and mobile networks, and is perfectly safe and simple to use. Just turn it on, and it will do the job silently!
Pro Blocks Ads
Blokada efficiently blocks ads, tracking and malware. It saves your data plan, makes your device faster and protects your privacy.
Pro Blokada 6 Plus no longer has a locaVPN. VPN is now Cloud based
Individual sites or subsites can be manually blocked or whitelisted. Additional Blocklists have been added, others updated.
Improved performance with Cloud-based functions.
Pro Plus adds Cloud DNS
Great support from the developers using Blokada Talk or Telegram.
Pro Secure
Pro AdAway without Rooting
The equivelent of AdAway(best adblocker I've ever used for android) but without having to root your phone.
Pro No ads
The new leanback launcher has integrated full screen ads for streaming services.
Pro Non-TV apps
Supports non-TV apps.
Pro Supports app channels
Pro Can fully replace your launcher
It can intercept calls from your home button and autostart at boot.
Pro Shortcuts to inputs
Shortcuts to change input source (HDMI 1/2/3, AV etc).
Pro Highly customizable
You can change categories, set the rounded corners, hide applications and more.
Pro Includes parental control
A nice feature for families.
Cons
Con Cannot use with VPN
Because Blokada works by using an internal VPN to act as a filter, it is not possible to use Blokada if you're using an actual VPN.
Con Premium version
6.99€ to unlock all features.
Con A bit complicated to replace
Like every launcher replacement on androidTV.