# NextDNS vs My Silknet (NEW)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NextDNS at 63% against My Silknet (NEW)'s 17%. NextDNS also leads on ads (none vs shown). My Silknet (NEW)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NextDNS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. My Silknet (NEW) asks for nothing beyond the download.

My Silknet (NEW) holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.9K and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of NextDNS's written reviews are positive against 17% of My Silknet (NEW)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

NextDNS ships an update every 6 weeks, My Silknet (NEW) every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NextDNS | My Silknet (NEW) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns/id1463342498/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-silknet-new/id6443485981/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.9K | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **63.2% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [nextdns Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463342497) | [Silknet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1069859188) |

## What reviewers say

### 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)


### My Silknet (NEW)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-silknet-new/id6443485981)

Manage your mobile and fixed services, build custom bundles, and activate personalized offers. This updated self-care app allows customers to easily control their accounts, transfer balances, and explore exclusive discounts.

**Highlights:** Manage mobile packages and add-ons, Buy eSIM and new numbers, Transfer balance, Build custom bundles, Activate personalized offers, Manage fixed service accounts, Refill balances

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NextDNS free?

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

### Is My Silknet (NEW) free?

My Silknet (NEW) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NextDNS or My Silknet (NEW)?

My Silknet (NEW) is rated higher. NextDNS averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while My Silknet (NEW) averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do NextDNS or My Silknet (NEW) have ads?

My Silknet (NEW) shows ads; NextDNS does not.

### Which is updated more often, NextDNS or My Silknet (NEW)?

NextDNS ships an update every 6 weeks, and My Silknet (NEW) every 3 weeks. Most recently, NextDNS was updated on October 29, 2026 and My Silknet (NEW) on October 30, 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.*