Comparison

Tunnel Guard vs DNS Security

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

Head to head
About

Tunnel Guard

Protect your online privacy and secure your internet connection on public Wi-Fi. This app offers a fast, simple, and encrypted tunnel for anonymous browsing and improved connection speeds. Choose between free core features or unlock limitless capabilities with a premium upgrade.

Highlights
  • Protect online privacy
  • Secure public Wi-Fi connections
  • Fast and secure internet
  • One-click connection
  • Anonymous browsing
  • Encrypted tunnel
Features
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You can use Tunnel Guard: Security VPN to protect your privacy. Tunnel Guard: Security VPN enables privacy on encrypted, untrusted Wi-Fi and other public access networks. Install Tunnel Guard: Security VPN simply and enjoy the convenience of a secure and fast internet connection with one-click. Tunnel Guard: Security VPN serves on its own special servers. Our unique infrastructure allows Tunnel Guard: Security VPN to provide you with faster and more secure connections. Tunnel Guard: Security VPN is specially designed to create a secure and fast network. Why should I use Tunnel Guard: Security VPN? Limitless & Free: Use the main features for free (Forever) or upgrade to premium and unlock limitless features! Improve Internet connection: Maximize surfing speed with a private connection Secure connection: Protect your personal data by securing your Internet connection. Browse the Internet Securely: Tunnel Guard: Security VPN provides security for your online experience. Fast & Simple: Tunnel Guard: Security VPN is fast and easy to use. Browse Anonymously and Secure: We protect your privacy by making your connection secure as you browse the web. How Tunnel Guard: Security VPN works? Tunnel Guard: Security VPN opens an encrypted (meaning crypto) tunnel from its physical location to the opposite network. Information transmitted through this tunnel is encrypted and cannot be viewed from the outside. Tunnel Guard: Security VPN acts as a virtual network adapter with the help of the specialized network driver on your IOS device, giving you an IP number from the opposite network. Terms of use: https://apps.bgn.capital/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://apps.bgn.capital/privacy.html

About

DNS Security

Enhance your online privacy by encrypting your DNS queries using DoH and DoT protocols. Choose your preferred DNS provider and manage settings easily without needing a VPN. Offers both free and advanced Pro features for comprehensive control.

Highlights
  • Encrypt DNS queries with DoH/DoT
  • Choose built-in DNS profiles
  • Manage DNS settings easily
  • Apply settings to Wi-Fi/cellular
  • Create custom DoH/DoT profiles (Pro)
  • Compare DNS response times (Pro)
Features
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Make your DNS private. Start with DNS Security. DNS Security helps protect your privacy by encrypting DNS queries with DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT). Choose a provider, enable your DNS configuration, and manage your settings in one place—without routing your internet traffic through a VPN. WHY ENCRYPT YOUR DNS? HTTPS protects the content exchanged with websites, but traditional DNS lookups may still be unencrypted. These lookups translate domain names into IP addresses and can reveal the domains your device requests. Encrypted DNS helps protect queries between your device and your chosen DNS provider from eavesdropping and tampering. Your provider still handles those queries, so choose one whose privacy practices you trust. EVERYDAY DNS CONTROL • Use DNS over HTTPS or DNS over TLS. • Choose built-in profiles for providers including Cloudflare, Google, and AdGuard. • Enable or disable your DNS configuration from the app. • Choose whether DNS settings apply on Wi-Fi, cellular, or both. • Check DNS protocol and provider details in the Status tab. DNS SECURITY OR DNS SECURITY PRO? DNS Security includes the everyday DNS controls above at no cost. It offers an optional Pro in-app purchase for the advanced features below. DNS Security Pro is the paid edition. It includes the same everyday DNS controls plus these advanced features from the start: PRO FEATURES • Create custom DoH and DoT profiles. • Download updates to built-in DNS profiles. • Enable or disable DNS for specific Wi-Fi SSIDs. • Switch profiles with Shortcuts and URL schemes. • Compare DNS profile response times with the built-in speed test. The difference is advanced control: both editions support encrypted DNS. You can unlock the Pro tools inside DNS Security or choose DNS Security Pro with those tools already included. DESIGNED AROUND PRIVACY DNS Security manages your device's DNS configuration and does not collect personal information. DNS requests are handled by your selected provider under that provider's privacy policy. Encrypted DNS protects DNS queries; it does not make all browsing anonymous. Blocking malicious domains depends on the provider and profile you choose. AUTOMATE YOUR DNS With Pro, use Shortcuts or a compatible app to open a switch URL and select a DNS profile with your preferred network settings. Example: select google-DOH for Wi-Fi, with cellular disabled: dnsapp://switch?config=google-DOH&enableOnWifi=true&enableOnCellular=false Use the scheme for your installed app: • DNS Security Pro: dnssecuritypro:// • DNS Security: dnssecurity:// • Shared scheme: dnsapp:// Replace dnsapp in the example with your app's scheme. The requested profile must already exist in the app. Initial activation may require selecting DNS Security in iOS Settings. Choose your DNS. Control your settings. Add privacy to every lookup that uses your encrypted DNS configuration.

Screenshots

Tunnel Guard4 screens
DNS Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DNS Security at none against Tunnel Guard's shown. DNS Security also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly) and review sentiment (67% vs 46%). Tunnel Guard's advantage is ratings volume (694 vs 72) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Tunnel Guard sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and DNS Security sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Tunnel Guard against 4.8 for DNS Security. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tunnel Guard has 694 ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of Tunnel Guard's written reviews are positive against 67% of DNS Security's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tunnel Guard ships an update fortnightly, DNS Security every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tunnel Guard versus DNS Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTunnel GuardDNS Security
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (694 ratings)4.8 (72 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings694 — better72
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAli Burak GoncuCHUNG-HO LEE

Customer experience

Tunnel Guard

All ratings694 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative53.8%

DNS Security

All ratings72 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral4.2%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative26.7%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Tunnel Guard

Subscriptions12
  • Globe VPN Unlock Premium1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Price1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Price$4.991 Month
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  • Monthly Price$5.991 Month
  • CyberGuard VPN 1 Month Premium3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • CyberGuard VPN 1 Month Premium3 Days trial$7.491 Month
  • VPNoid Unlock Premium3 Days trial$8.491 Month
  • Unlock Premium1 Month trial$18.991 Year
  • Unlock Unlimited Connect3 Days trial$20.993 Months
  • Yearly Price$36.991 Year
  • Yearly Price$39.991 Year
  • VPNoid Unlock Premium (1 Year)3 Days trial$52.991 Year
1 purchases

DNS Security

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro features$1.99

Questions

Is Tunnel Guard free?
Tunnel Guard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DNS Security free?
DNS Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tunnel Guard or DNS Security?
DNS Security is rated higher. Tunnel Guard averages 4.8 out of 5 from 694 ratings, while DNS Security averages 4.8 from 72 ratings.
Do Tunnel Guard or DNS Security have ads?
Tunnel Guard shows ads; DNS Security does not.
Which is updated more often, Tunnel Guard or DNS Security?
Tunnel Guard ships an update fortnightly, and DNS Security every 2 days. Most recently, Tunnel Guard was updated on October 25, 2026 and DNS Security on October 29, 2026.

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