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Updated October 2026
AdGuard DNS
AdGuard DNS
Adguard Software Limited
🔧 Utilities

Looking for something like AdGuard DNS? We've analyzed 10+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to AdGuard DNS

Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada#1

Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada by Blocka AB

Block Ads in Games & Apps
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
3.9😞(9.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Experience an ad-free internet and enhanced privacy. This app blocks ads and trackers across all browsers and apps using DNS. An optional VPN encrypts your traffic for added security against cyber threats.

What We Love

  • 👍 Effective ad blocker
  • 🚀 Works well for streaming apps like Crunchyroll
  • 🔒 Secure VPN functionality

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Switched to paid subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Can drain battery life
  • 🤔 Unclear free trial policies
DNSecure#2

DNSecure by Kenta Kubo

Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(109 ratings)
Free
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Configure encrypted DNS services system-wide on your iOS or iPadOS device. Supports DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-HTTPS protocols for enhanced privacy and security. Easily select or add your preferred DNS servers.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 👍 User-friendly and simple
  • 🔥 Excellent ad-blocking
  • 💯 Works great across devices

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔋 Potential battery drain
  • 🤔 Confusing setup for non-technical users
NextDNS#3

NextDNS by nextdns Inc.

Block Ads, Trackers & Malware
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(1.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Encrypt all your DNS queries across all networks with this app. It leverages native iOS settings to bring your custom blocking policies and traffic analytics directly to your phone. Easily set up your configuration ID to enhance your online privacy and security.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient DNS service
  • 🔒 Robust security and privacy features
  • 👍 Simple and user-friendly setup
  • 💡 Highly configurable with advanced options
  • 🚀 Improves internet speed and performance
  • 👍 Effective ad and tracker blocking

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🐛 Inability to disable on specific Wi-Fi networks
  • 🐛 Inconsistent ad blocking performance
  • 🔋 High battery drain on mobile devices
  • 🐛 Lack of transparency on service status and outages

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wBlock: Ad Blocker for Safari
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Enhance Safari browsing with an ad blocker that supports userscripts for custom features, offers lightning-fast performance with low RAM usage, and provides complete control over blocking. It ensures privacy with a design that runs within Safari's API and is completely free and open-source.

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This app encrypts your DNS queries using DoH and DoT protocols to enhance online privacy and security. It prevents eavesdropping and data manipulation by securing the translation of domain names to IP addresses. Choose from trusted providers or configure your own server for a safer browsing experience.

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