DNS Override vs DNSecure
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DNS Override
Easily change DNS server settings on your iPhone or iPad for both Wi-Fi and cellular networks. This app offers various DNS providers, supports encrypted connections, and helps filter content, block ads, and access restricted sites.
- Change DNS for Wi-Fi and cellular
- Multiple DNS and SmartDNS providers
- DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS support
- Content filtering and ad blocking
- Access restricted content
- Built-in DNS Leak Test
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DNS Override is the World’s FIRST App that Lets You Easily Change DNS Server Settings On Your iPhone or iPad! > Works for Wi-Fi & cellular networks > Several DNS & SmartDNS providers to choose from > Support for DNS encryption using DoH (DNS-over-HTTPS) and DoT (DNS-over-TLS) > Filter unwanted content & block ads thanks to DNS > Access restricted content > Increase speed & security > Test your DNS settings with built-in DNS Leak Test > Easily update your dynamic domain with your iPhone's IP with dynamic DNS using DNS-O-Matic ••• About DNS Override ••• Do you want to change DNS settings for your cellular connection – but are frustrated that the only choices you have to set DNS servers for your Wi-Fi network are to change the settings on your device, or reconfigure your router? Well, now you have a MUCH better option thanks to DNS Override! ••• How it works ••• DNS Override is the first and only app that lets you quickly and easily set and change DNS server preferences on your iPhone or iPad. You simply choose from several popular public DNS providers, such as Cloudflare, OpenDNS, Google Public DNS, Norton ConnectSafe and more. ••• SmartDNS ••• You can also choose from 10+ SmartDNS providers that offer various enhanced features, including filtering adult or objectionable content, blocking ads, avoiding SPAM and malware, accessing geo-restricted content, and much more. ••• Global Settings & Custom Profiles ••• With DNS Override, you can create a single global setting for ALL of your Wi-Fi and cellular connections, which means that you don’t have to waste time configuring each connection separately. You can also create custom profiles, and switch between them with a single tap. Changing the DNS setting is also easy and takes mere seconds. ••• Enhanced Privacy ••• DNS Override delivers a direct, fast, and secure connection between your device and your designated DNS provider. There is no active VPN link passing all your traffic to any third party and slowing down your Internet. The app provides you with a regularly updated list of DNS addresses. ••• Simple to Use ••• Don’t worry if you aren’t a “technical wizard”. DNS Override is very simple and easy to use. No technical knowledge is required. Download it now and enjoy the benefits right away! ••• Questions? Support? ••• Send us your questions and access support by visiting https://www.dnsoverride.com. -=! [ DNS64 required by some carriers ] !=- If you're on an IPv6-only network, you might need to pick one of the available DNS64 profiles (currently only Cloudflare and Google are supported).
DNSecure
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.
- Encrypted DNS configuration
- System-wide DNS usage
- DNS-over-TLS support
- DNS-over-HTTPS support
- Custom DNS server addition
- Easy activation via Settings
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DNSecure is a configuration tool of encrypted DNS for iOS/iPadOS. An encrypted DNS service you configure will be used system-wide. Supported protocols are DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-HTTPS. How to use: 1. Select a DNS server you like, or add another one 2. Enable "Use This Server" 3. Open the Settings 4. Go to "General" > "VPN & Network" > "DNS" 5. "Automatic" is selected by default, so select "DNSecure"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DNSecure at 88% against DNS Override's 36%. DNSecure also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). DNS Override's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 109). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. DNS Override sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DNSecure asks for nothing beyond the download.
DNSecure holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DNS Override has 1.9K ratings behind it against 109, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of DNS Override's written reviews are positive against 88% of DNSecure's.
DNS Override ships an update fortnightly, DNSecure every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DNS Override | DNSecure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.9K ratings) | 4.7 (109 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 35.8% of reviews | 88.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.9K — better | 109 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | QRMedia | Kenta Kubo |
Customer experience
DNS Override
DNSecure
User reviews
DNS Override
From 1.9K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Efficient DNS override
- 🔒 Secure internet browsing
- 👍 Convenient app interface
- 💡 Variety of DNS profiles
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes on override
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Paywall for core features
- 🚫 Doesn't work on cellular
DNSecure
From 109 App Store ratingsWhat 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
Bugs and requests
DNS Override
Reported bugs
3 issues- Incompatible with iOS 12 update
- DNS leak issues on certain carriers
- Unreliable connection on cellular
Requested features
3 requests- Separate WiFi and cellular DNS settings
- Encrypted DNS over HTTPS support
- Automatic IP update for dynamic IPs
DNSecure
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to add new DNS services
- App freezes when editing DNS entries
- Incompatibility with certain iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for DNS-over-QUIC and DNS-over-HTTP/3
- Implement custom domain blocklist/allowlist
- Provide latency information for DNS servers
- Add option to only enable on non-trusted networks
In-app purchases
DNS Override
- Auto IP Update feature$1.99
- DNS Override feature$2.99
DNSecure
No in-app purchases








