Comparison

Standard Detective vs DNS Chat

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Standard Detective

Features
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This application displays the issuance and deliberation status of standards provided by IEC. In addition, when new standard published, withdrawn or change of deliberation status occurs, the summary will be notified. Targets are standards and related standards issued by the following IEC committees related to product safety, such as electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility, environmental impact, explosive atmosphere, pressurized enclosure, etc. Nationwide standards related to this will also be posted sequentially. TC 31, TC 44, TC 61, TC 64, TC 66, TC 76, TC 77, TC 99, TC 101, TC 108, TC 111, TC 116. This application provides easy access to the information provided by the standard issuing organization, but it is not supported by each organization. Please refrain from inquiring to each group concerning this application.

About

DNS Chat

Features
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DNS Chat is a mobile chat app that sends short prompts as DNS TXT queries and renders AI-style responses from compatible DNS servers. DNS-BASED TRANSPORT Chat through DNS TXT queries instead of traditional HTTPS API calls. Use the default compatible DNS service or configure supported servers from the app settings. NATIVE PERFORMANCE - Native iOS implementation using Apple Network Framework - Fast DNS queries with automatic transport fallback - Works on cellular and WiFi networks worldwide - Production-ready with comprehensive error handling MODERN CHAT EXPERIENCE - ChatGPT-style interface with beautiful message bubbles - Persistent conversation history stored locally - Dark/Light theme follows your device settings - Smooth animations and intuitive navigation LOCAL DATA & TRANSPARENCY - Conversation history is stored locally on your device - No account required, no data tracking - Network-resilient with multiple fallback methods - Open-source and fully transparent - DNS queries are observable by DNS infrastructure, so do not send secrets or personal data CUSTOMIZABLE Choose from supported DNS servers or use the default service. Perfect for developers, local-first app enthusiasts, and anyone curious about protocol-level experimentation.

Screenshots

Standard Detective3 screens
DNS Chat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DNS Chat at every 3 weeks against Standard Detective's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Standard Detective ships an update every 2 months, DNS Chat every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Standard Detective versus DNS Chat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStandard DetectiveDNS Chat
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasahiko TakahashiMarcus Neves

In-app purchases

None

Standard Detective

No in-app purchases

None

DNS Chat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Standard Detective free?
Standard Detective is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DNS Chat free?
DNS Chat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Standard Detective or DNS Chat have ads?
Neither Standard Detective nor DNS Chat shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Standard Detective or DNS Chat?
Standard Detective ships an update every 2 months, and DNS Chat every 3 weeks. Most recently, Standard Detective was updated on October 18, 2026 and DNS Chat on October 25, 2026.

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