# PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall vs DNS Firewall by KeepSolid

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DNS Firewall by KeepSolid at 87% against PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall's 54%. DNS Firewall by KeepSolid also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 22). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and DNS Firewall by KeepSolid sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DNS Firewall by KeepSolid holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall has 1K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall's written reviews are positive against 87% of DNS Firewall by KeepSolid's.

PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall ships an update every 2 months, DNS Firewall by KeepSolid every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall | DNS Firewall by KeepSolid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privacypro-smartvpn-and-firewall/id1057771839/reviews) | **[4.4 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-firewall-by-keepsolid/id1553438508/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | 54.3% of reviews | **87.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Disconnect](https://appshunter.io/developer/671080658) | [KeepSolid Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/674978021) |

## What reviewers say

### PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privacypro-smartvpn-and-firewall/id1057771839)

This app offers robust privacy protection by blocking trackers across your device and encrypting your internet connections. It provides a firewall to control network access and detailed statistics on blocked trackers, enhancing your online security and data control.

**Highlights:** Device-wide tracker protection, Real-time tracker list, Stats dashboard, Firewall for custom blocking, Encrypts HTTP and DNS traffic, Bulk import/export firewall rules

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SmartVPN with Secure Mode | $9.99 | per month |
| SmartVPN with Secure Mode | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Toolbox | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Blocks trackers and ads effectively
- 🔒 Provides privacy protection
- 👍 Easy to use and configure
- 👍 Comprehensive reporting of blocked activity
- 🚀 Improves page load times

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some apps and websites
- 🔋 Potential battery drain
- 💰 Subscription required for advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- Blocking functionality stops working after updates
- VPN profile not removed properly on uninstall
- Crashes on launch for some users
- Incompatibility with iOS 16

**Requested features**

- Ability to whitelist specific sites or apps
- More detailed reporting and analytics
- Landscape mode support on iPad
- Automatic updates without user intervention


### DNS Firewall by KeepSolid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-firewall-by-keepsolid/id1553438508)

This app acts as a network security solution by intercepting DNS resolutions for malicious websites, safeguarding your browsing experience. It blocks undesirable content, filters malicious traffic, and protects your private data and devices from malware and phishing attempts.

**Highlights:** Malware domain protection, Block undesirable content, Filter malicious traffic, Prevent phishing, Secure VPN connection, Multiplatform support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| MonoDefense 1 Month | $11.99 | per month |
| MonoDefense 1 month | $11.99 | per month |
| MonoDefense 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| MonoDefense 1 year | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Excellent DNS Firewall capabilities
- 👍 Easy to use and understand
- 🔒 Blocks unwanted internet access effectively
- 👍 Provides control over app internet usage
- 🔒 Identifies data harvesting from apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashing issues reported frequently
- 🐛 Disconnects WiFi
- 🐛 Slow connection times
- 🐛 App doesn't work on certain devices (Arm Mac)
- 🐛 Installation/timing out issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Disconnects WiFi
- Slow to connect
- Does not work on Arm Mac
- Installation times out

**Requested features**

- Update blocking algorithm and block list
- Show other available purchases and define costs
- Allow one registration for two devices
- Enable auto-connect on boot
- Option to connect to a VPN (PPTP/OpenVPN/etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall free?

PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DNS Firewall by KeepSolid free?

DNS Firewall by KeepSolid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall or DNS Firewall by KeepSolid?

DNS Firewall by KeepSolid is rated higher. PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while DNS Firewall by KeepSolid averages 4.4 from 22 ratings.

### Do PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall or DNS Firewall by KeepSolid have ads?

Neither PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall nor DNS Firewall by KeepSolid shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall or DNS Firewall by KeepSolid?

PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall ships an update every 2 months, and DNS Firewall by KeepSolid every 3 weeks. Most recently, PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall was updated on November 6, 2026 and DNS Firewall by KeepSolid on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*