# NetShade DNS vs DNS Security

NetShade DNS and DNS Security both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of NetShade DNS's written reviews are positive against 67% of DNS Security's. NetShade DNS also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NetShade DNS sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and DNS Security sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for NetShade DNS against 4.8 for DNS Security. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 47 and 72 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of NetShade DNS's written reviews are positive against 67% of DNS Security's.

## The numbers

| Metric | NetShade DNS | DNS Security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netshade-dns/id1533429861/reviews) | [4.8 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-security/id1537782072/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 47 | **72** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rayner Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/443317806) | [CHUNG-HO LEE](https://appshunter.io/developer/502429481) |

## What reviewers say

### NetShade DNS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netshade-dns/id1533429861)

Protect your online privacy by encrypting your DNS queries. This app prevents marketers and hackers from tracking your internet activity by securing your connection.

**Highlights:** Encrypted DNS protection, Prevents online tracking, Uses DNS over TLS (DoT), Protects against marketers and hackers, Lightweight and always-on privacy

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NetShade Premium DNS: Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| NetShade Premium DNS: Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| NetShade DNS Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


### DNS Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-security/id1537782072)

This app encrypts your DNS queries using DoH and DoT protocols to enhance online privacy and security. It prevents eavesdropping and data manipulation by securing the translation of domain names to IP addresses. Choose from trusted providers or configure your own server for a safer browsing experience.

**Highlights:** DNS over HTTPS (DoH) support, DNS over TLS (DoT) support, No VPN configuration needed, Configurable custom DNS servers, Privacy-focused, no user data collection, Choice of trusted DNS providers, Supports custom URL schemes for automation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Pro features | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NetShade DNS free?

NetShade DNS 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, NetShade DNS or DNS Security?

NetShade DNS and DNS Security are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 47 and 72 ratings respectively.

### Do NetShade DNS or DNS Security have ads?

Neither NetShade DNS nor DNS Security shows ads.

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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.*