CleanBrowsing.org DNS vs Purity
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CleanBrowsing.org DNS
This service provides DNS-based content filtering to create a safer browsing experience. It blocks unwanted websites based on your chosen filters, including adult content and malicious sites. Advanced options allow for custom blocking and network visibility.
- DNS-based content filtering
- Blocks adult content
- Blocks malicious sites
- Customizable filters
- Network visibility
- Safe Search enforcement
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CleanBrowsing is a DNS-based content filtering service that offers a safe way to browse the web without surprises. It intercepts domain requests and filter sites that should be blocked, based on your requirements. Our free family filter, for example, blocks adult content, while still allowing Google, Youtube, Bing, DuckDuckGo and the rest of the web to load safely. Our free filters are comprised of three predefined filters for global consumption (Security, Adult, and Family). The Family filter blocks adult / obscene content and applies Safe Search filters to Google, Bing, Yandex, etc. The security filter, however, only focuses on restricting access to malicious activity. Our custom filters give you full control on what should be blocked. You can pick from 14 predefined filters (Adult, Gaming, Gambling, Torrents, Weapons, Social Network, etc), but also make your own rules and block/allow any domains you wish. Custom block pages can also be created on the Pro plans and all the plans allow for network visibility (see which sites are being visited from your network).
Purity
This browser is designed to block adult content and protect users online. It offers features like custom domain blocking, accountability alerts, and enforced safe search to support users in their journey to live porn-free. A free trial is available.
- Blocks over 2 million adult websites
- Custom domain and keyword blocking
- Optional image/video blocking
- Pin protection for settings
- Accountability alerts for suspicious sites
- Enforced Safe Search
- Tracker-free browsing
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Purity: Safe Browser helps create a safer, more focused browsing experience with built-in web protection, privacy features, and customizable filtering tools. START WITH A 3-DAY FREE TRIAL Try Purity free for 3 days. After that, choose a plan that fits your needs: USD$5/month or USD$50/year. FEATURES • Filter millions of inappropriate and distracting websites • Block custom domains and keywords • Optionally limit images and videos • Protect settings with a PIN • Get accountability alerts for suspicious browsing activity • Enforce Safe Search • Browse with tracker blocking and privacy protections built in DESIGNED FOR SAFER BROWSING Purity includes tools that help you set stronger boundaries online, reduce unwanted distractions, and support a more intentional browsing experience. Whether you want extra protection for yourself or a safer setup on your device, Purity gives you practical controls that are simple to manage. PRIVACY-FOCUSED BROWSING Purity Safe Browser is built on DuckDuckGo’s browser foundation, helping provide tracker blocking and a more private browsing experience. Purity does not log your browsing data and is designed to be lightweight, secure, and easy to use. NEED HELP? Contact our support team at [support@familyfirsttechnology.com](mailto:support@familyfirsttechnology.com). Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/prt-legal
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Verdict
CleanBrowsing.org DNS and Purity both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of Purity's written reviews are positive against 38% of CleanBrowsing.org DNS's. CleanBrowsing.org DNS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Purity sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CleanBrowsing.org DNS asks for nothing beyond the download.
Purity holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 329 and 895 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of CleanBrowsing.org DNS's written reviews are positive against 74% of Purity's.
CleanBrowsing.org DNS ships an update every 3 weeks, Purity every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CleanBrowsing.org DNS | Purity |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (329 ratings) | 4.6 (895 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 38.2% of reviews | 74.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 329 | 895 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 207 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CleanBrowsing, Inc | FamilyFirstTechnology |
Customer experience
CleanBrowsing.org DNS
Purity
User reviews
CleanBrowsing.org DNS
From 329 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Helpful for fighting habits
- 👍 Great tool for families
- 👍 Forces safe search
- 👍 Simple and intuitive
- 👍 Easy setup
Room to improve
- 🐛 VPN disconnects frequently
- 🐛 Blocks internet access
- 🐛 App can be deleted easily
- 🐛 VPN can be disabled easily
- 🐛 Settings page won't open
Purity
From 895 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Effective at blocking content
- 🔒 Robust blocking features
- 💰 Affordable price
- 👍 Helpful for fighting addiction
- 🙏 Appreciated by users
Room to improve
- 🐛 Blocks too many non-inappropriate sites
- 🔍 Overly sensitive keyword blocking
- 🔌 Can impact device performance
- 🔒 Difficult to unblock whitelisted sites
- 🔑 Password recovery issues
Bugs and requests
CleanBrowsing.org DNS
Reported bugs
19 issues- VPN disconnects for no reason
- App locks user out of account
- Cannot access settings to change password
- Blocks internet to all apps
- App keeps shutting off protection
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- Loopholes in app security
- App is too easy to uninstall
- Phone becomes unusable due to WiFi drops
- Unable to enter custom code on iPod Touch
- Doesn't force safe mode on DuckDuckGo via Safari
- Router issues with Xfinity
- Code generated online changes
- iOS app does not connect
- Disables mobile data
- Disrupts data connection
- WiFi connection drops constantly
- Cannot change password
- App does not allow access to settings after activating filter
- App deleted but still working
Requested features
8 requests- Block disabling custom filter
- Require password to disable VPN
- Email notification on VPN change/app deletion
- Block custom websites
- More friction to not disable VPN
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- Add 'return' button functionality for code entry
- Force safe mode on DuckDuckGo
- Add 'always on' VPN option
Purity
Reported bugs
3 issues- Whitelisting not always effective
- Crashes and performance issues
- Difficulty managing account and subscriptions
Requested features
6 requests- Lower age rating for app
- Password protection for settings
- Ability to delete account
- Family plan option
- Customizable home page
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- Sideways viewing mode
In-app purchases
CleanBrowsing.org DNS
No in-app purchases
Purity
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Yearly$49.991 Year
Questions
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