Comparison

DNSecure 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

DNSecure

Configure encrypted DNS services system-wide on your iOS or iPadOS device. Supports DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-HTTPS protocols for enhanced privacy and security. Easily select or add your preferred DNS servers.

Highlights
  • Encrypted DNS configuration
  • System-wide DNS usage
  • DNS-over-TLS support
  • DNS-over-HTTPS support
  • Custom DNS server addition
  • Easy activation via Settings
Features
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DNSecure is a configuration tool of encrypted DNS for iOS/iPadOS. An encrypted DNS service you configure will be used system-wide. Supported protocols are DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-HTTPS. How to use: 1. Select a DNS server you like, or add another one 2. Enable "Use This Server" 3. Open the Settings 4. Go to "General" > "VPN & Network" > "DNS" 5. "Automatic" is selected by default, so select "DNSecure"

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

DNSecure1 screens
DNS Optimizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DNSecure at 88% against DNS Optimizer's 25%. DNSecure also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (109 vs 7). DNS Optimizer's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads and device support 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. DNS Optimizer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DNSecure asks for nothing beyond the download.

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: DNSecure has 109 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of DNSecure'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

DNSecure ships an update every 3 months, DNS Optimizer every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DNSecure versus DNS Optimizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDNSecureDNS Optimizer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (109 ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.4% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings109 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKenta KuboATAKAN YILDIRIM

Customer experience

DNSecure

All ratings109 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive88.4%
Neutral4.5%
Negative7.1%

DNS Optimizer

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

Bugs and requests

DNSecure

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to add new DNS services
  • App freezes when editing DNS entries
  • Incompatibility with certain iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for DNS-over-QUIC and DNS-over-HTTP/3
  • Implement custom domain blocklist/allowlist
  • Provide latency information for DNS servers
  • Add option to only enable on non-trusted networks

DNS Optimizer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DNSecure

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DNS Optimizer

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

Questions

Is DNSecure free?
DNSecure is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DNS Optimizer free?
DNS Optimizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DNSecure or DNS Optimizer?
DNS Optimizer is rated higher. DNSecure averages 4.7 out of 5 from 109 ratings, while DNS Optimizer averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do DNSecure or DNS Optimizer have ads?
Neither DNSecure nor DNS Optimizer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DNSecure or DNS Optimizer?
DNSecure ships an update every 3 months, and DNS Optimizer every 11 days. Most recently, DNSecure was updated on October 4, 2026 and DNS Optimizer on September 30, 2026.

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