Comparison

DNS Security Pro vs NetPulse App

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

Head to head
About

DNS Security Pro

Encrypts your DNS queries using DoH and DoT protocols to enhance internet security and privacy. Protects against eavesdropping, data manipulation, and tracking by encrypting DNS requests without requiring a VPN.

Highlights
  • DNS over HTTPS (DoH) support
  • DNS over TLS (DoT) support
  • No VPN configuration required
  • Add custom DNS servers
  • Choose trusted DNS providers
  • Privacy-focused, no user data collection
  • Supports custom URL schemes for automation
Features
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Make your DNS private. 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: ALL PRO FEATURES INCLUDED • 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. 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.

About

NetPulse App

Instantly improve your internet and phone service by finding stronger wireless signals. This app tests your signal up to 100 times per second, offering a high-resolution score and an innovative "Geiger Counter" feature.

Highlights
  • Boosts internet and phone service
  • Tests wireless signal up to 100 times per second
  • Finds stronger wireless signals
  • Wireless "Geiger Counter" feature
  • Works with Cellular, WiFi, and Satellite networks
  • Simple interface for all experience levels
Features
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NetPulse can instantly boost your Internet & phone service using just a mobile phone or tablet. NetPulse tests your wireless signal up to 100 times per second to quickly spot issues and find stronger wireless signals, which can vary significantly across rooms, buildings or terrain. Unlike “Signal Bars”, which only show your wireless signal in one direction and with low resolution (just 5 bars), NetPulse reveals your true, bi-directional performance with high resolution scoring and simple indicators. Along with an innovative wireless "Geiger Counter" feature, NetPulse allows users to quickly find and use stronger wireless signals, often just a few feet away. NetPulse works with Cellular, WiFi and Satellite networks and no additional hardware or setup is required. NetPulse includes an easy-to-use interface for all experience levels, along with advanced tools for gamers and network pros. Functionality: - Reduce dropped calls and improve call quality in seconds - Position a 4G/5G gateway or hotspot for maximum performance - Find the best locations to make phone calls at home, work, in a car, boat, RV, hotel - Tune a WiFi network for maximum coverage, speeds and low latency - Quickly find the best places to use the Internet or make calls while traveling - improve WiFi based video calls, streaming TV and remote work or school - Quickly spot issues on a wireless network (e.g. congestion, interference) - Aim a satellite dish for best performance in seconds Features: - Proprietary algorithm tests wireless performance up to 100 times per second - Wireless "Geiger Counter" feature with audio cues to quickly find stronger signals - Highly accurate, 2-way signal level displayed on a 0-100 scale (vs 5 "Signal Bars") - Compatible with Cellular, WiFi and Satellite networks - Advanced tools available for fine-tuning latency and coverage - Simple interface for all experience levels and no hardware or setup required - Uses negligible data and network bandwidth - Developed by wireless industry pros Benefits for IT and Mobile Operators: - Simple and accurate self-install of wireless gateways, devices & hotspots - Increased network capacity via faster modulation rates & fewer retransmissions - Effectively extended coverage area for both fixed and mobile customers - Reduced technical support calls and improved customer satisfaction - Simple tool for testing true wireless coverage NetPulse works with any WiFi network as well as leading 3G, 4G, 5G mobile & satellite providers including: Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, SpaceX Starlink, DirectTV, Dish, Bell Canada, Rogers, Telus, Telmex, Vodafone, Three, O2, Orange, Deutsche Telekom, Telefonica, Telenor, Telstra, MTN, Vodacom, NTT, Optus, BSNL, Tata, Telkomsel, SK Telecom, China Mobile, China Telecom and many more! ***** Boost your Internet & Phone service now!

Screenshots

DNS Security Pro4 screens
NetPulse App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NetPulse App at 5.0 against DNS Security Pro's 4.3. NetPulse App also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). DNS Security Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 18 months) and price ($1.99 vs $4.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

DNS Security Pro costs $1.99 and NetPulse App $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NetPulse App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 6 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DNS Security Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, NetPulse App every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DNS Security Pro versus NetPulse App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDNS Security ProNetPulse App
Price$1.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.3 (19 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 18 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCHUNG-HO LEEMartysoft LLC

Customer experience

DNS Security Pro

All ratings19 ratings
Positive84.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative20.0%

NetPulse App

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DNS Security Pro

No in-app purchases

None

NetPulse App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DNS Security Pro free?
DNS Security Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetPulse App free?
NetPulse App costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DNS Security Pro or NetPulse App?
NetPulse App is rated higher. DNS Security Pro averages 4.3 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while NetPulse App averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do DNS Security Pro or NetPulse App have ads?
Neither DNS Security Pro nor NetPulse App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DNS Security Pro or NetPulse App?
DNS Security Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and NetPulse App every 18 months. Most recently, DNS Security Pro was updated on September 22, 2026 and NetPulse App on September 2, 2026.

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