Comparison

Tunnel Guard vs DNS Optimizer

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 Optimizer

Optimize your internet connection by easily switching DNS servers. Benchmark performance, block unwanted content, and enhance online gaming with secure and private browsing. Supports Wi-Fi and cellular networks on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Highlights
  • Switch system-wide DNS configurations
  • Benchmark DNS server performance
  • Pre-configured trusted DNS servers
  • Add custom encrypted DNS servers (DoH/DoT)
  • Block ads and unwanted content
  • Improve online gaming latency
Features
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Experience faster, safer, and more private internet browsing with DNS Optimizer—the ultimate DNS changer and benchmark app for your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. With this app, you can effortlessly switch between DNS servers, benchmark their performance, and customize your DNS settings to optimize your internet connection. Change DNS Server Enhance your browsing experience by easily changing system-wide DNS configurations. DNS Optimizer seamlessly integrates with your iPhone (iOS), iPad (iPadOS), and Mac (macOS), allowing you to configure DNS for both Wi‑Fi and cellular networks using your device’s built-in network settings—no VPN required. Pre-configured DNS Servers Quickly connect to fast, secure, and reliable pre-configured servers. Choose from trusted providers such as Cloudflare DNS (1.1.1.1), Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8), Quad9 (9.9.9.9), Cisco OpenDNS, AdGuard, CleanBrowsing, Control D, and dns0.eu. Add Custom DNS Servers Go beyond the defaults by setting up your own advanced, encrypted configurations. Enjoy integrated support for DNS over HTTPS (DoH), DNS over TLS (DoT), IPv4, and IPv6—giving you complete control over your DNS settings. (Available in the Pro version) Run DNS Benchmark Find the fastest DNS server for your network and location with advanced latency tests. You can easily measure and compare performance across multiple servers, including those that support encrypted protocols like DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS. Block Unwanted Content Take control of your browsing experience by choosing DNS servers designed for ad blocking, malicious content filtering, or parental controls (adult content filtering). Easily block unwanted content, protect your family, and keep your online activities secure and private. Improve Your Online Gaming Experience When every millisecond counts, your DNS configuration can be a game-changer. If your default or ISP-provided DNS server isn’t up to the task, you could experience lag, high ping, and other latency issues. Use this app to connect to the best DNS server for your connection and enjoy a smoother, more responsive gaming experience. Privacy: https://dnsoptimizer.app/privacy/ Terms: https://dnsoptimizer.app/terms/

Screenshots

Tunnel Guard4 screens
DNS Optimizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DNS Optimizer at none against Tunnel Guard's shown. DNS Optimizer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Tunnel Guard's advantage is ratings volume (687 vs 7) and review sentiment (46% vs 25%). On price, update cadence, 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 Optimizer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DNS Optimizer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tunnel Guard has 687 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Tunnel Guard's written reviews are positive against 25% of DNS Optimizer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tunnel Guard ships an update fortnightly, DNS Optimizer every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tunnel Guard versus DNS Optimizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTunnel GuardDNS Optimizer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (687 ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings687 — better7
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAli Burak GoncuATAKAN YILDIRIM

Customer experience

Tunnel Guard

All ratings687 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative53.8%

DNS Optimizer

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

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
2 purchases

DNS Optimizer

One-time2
  • DNS Optimizer Pro$9.99
  • DNS Optimizer Pro$19.99

Questions

Is Tunnel Guard free?
Tunnel Guard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DNS Optimizer free?
DNS Optimizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tunnel Guard or DNS Optimizer?
DNS Optimizer is rated higher. Tunnel Guard averages 4.7 out of 5 from 687 ratings, while DNS Optimizer averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do Tunnel Guard or DNS Optimizer have ads?
Tunnel Guard shows ads; DNS Optimizer does not.
Which is updated more often, Tunnel Guard or DNS Optimizer?
Tunnel Guard ships an update fortnightly, and DNS Optimizer every 11 days. Most recently, Tunnel Guard was updated on September 21, 2026 and DNS Optimizer on September 11, 2026.

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