# ARMARACE vs NextDNS

The clearest difference is rating: NextDNS at 4.5 against ARMARACE's 2.9. NextDNS also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 13). ARMARACE's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 63%) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ARMARACE sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and NextDNS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NextDNS holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextDNS has 1.8K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of ARMARACE's written reviews are positive against 63% of NextDNS's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | ARMARACE | NextDNS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/armarace-killbox/id1444251504/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns/id1463342498/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 63.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 587 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ugamehome](https://appshunter.io/developer/805441909) | [nextdns Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463342497) |

## What reviewers say

### ARMARACE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/armarace-killbox/id1444251504)

Engage in intense real-time PvP battles and challenging single-player modes. Compete in international championships with unique gameplay mechanics.

**Highlights:** Real-time PvP battles, Blast mode, Single-player mode, International competition, Unique gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FISTFUL OF DIAMONDS | $0.99 | one-time |
| A BUCKET OF DIAMONDS | $3.99 | one-time |
| SPECIAL OFFER | $5.99 | one-time |
| BUNDLE OF DIAMONDS | $8.99 | one-time |
| SWEET OFFER | $9.99 | one-time |
| BOX OF DIAMONDS | $14.99 | one-time |
| BARREL OF DIAMONDS | $24.99 | one-time |
| IMMORTAL OFFER | $27.99 | one-time |
| MOUNTAIN OF DIAMONDS | $49.99 | one-time |
| IMMORTALS OF DIAMONDS | $99.99 | one-time |


### NextDNS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns/id1463342498)

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.

**Highlights:** Encrypts all DNS queries, Uses native iOS Encrypted DNS settings, Apply custom blocking policies, View traffic analytics and logs, Configure with your NextDNS account ID

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch for older iOS devices
- Profiles not working correctly after iOS 15 update
- Inability to remove the DNS profile from the device
- Connectivity issues when used in conjunction with a VPN

**Requested features**

- Add a quick toggle to enable/disable the service
- Integrate the web dashboard functionality into the app
- Provide more granular control over blocked content
- Implement a timed mode to temporarily disable the service
- Add support for DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ARMARACE free?

ARMARACE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NextDNS free?

NextDNS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ARMARACE or NextDNS?

NextDNS is rated higher. ARMARACE averages 2.9 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while NextDNS averages 4.5 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do ARMARACE or NextDNS have ads?

Neither ARMARACE nor NextDNS shows ads.

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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.*