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If you are on android you can block ads entirely by setting a private DNS provider, and using one that blocks ads. For IOS you can use a VPN to do the same.
iOS has native support for ad blocking services; no need for a VPN. I've been using the Privacy-centric blocker service provided by Firefox Focus.
The big difference is that you can block ads, analytics, and other tracking outside of safari using a VPN, or using a private DNS provider for android.