Comparison

DNS Security Pro vs Remote for AdGuard DNS

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

Enhance your online privacy by encrypting DNS queries using DoH and DoT protocols. Manage your DNS settings, choose providers, and utilize advanced tools without routing traffic through a VPN. Designed with privacy at its core.

Highlights
  • DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT) encryption
  • Choose and manage DNS providers
  • Customizable DNS profiles
  • AdGuard profile integration
  • Domain and network skipping
  • iCloud sync for profiles and rules
  • Shortcuts and URL scheme automation
Features
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Make your DNS private—with Pro control included. DNS Security Pro 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 Cloudflare and Google. • 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. PRO TOOLS INCLUDED FROM THE START DNS Security Pro includes the everyday DNS controls above and all of these advanced tools: • Create custom DoH and DoT profiles. • Use built-in AdGuard profiles and download profile updates. • Skip encrypted DNS for some domains or networks. • Sync custom DNS profiles and optional Wi-Fi rules with iCloud. • Enable or disable DNS for specific Wi-Fi SSIDs. • Switch profiles with Shortcuts and URL schemes. • Compare DNS profile response times with the built-in speed test. No additional Pro upgrade purchase is required in DNS Security Pro. The separate free DNS Security app offers these advanced tools through its optional Pro in-app purchase. 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 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.

About

Remote for AdGuard DNS

Monitor and manage your AdGuard DNS setup remotely. View live logs, inspect blocked requests, and adjust protection settings for servers and devices directly from your iOS device. Gain insights into your DNS traffic with clear statistics and quick access to essential controls.

Highlights
  • Monitor live DNS activity
  • Inspect blocked requests
  • Adjust server and device protection
  • View DNS traffic statistics
  • Manage blocklists and user rules
  • Utilize Home Screen widgets
  • Automate actions with Siri Shortcuts
Features
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Take control of your AdGuard DNS setup from anywhere. Monitor DNS activity as it happens, inspect blocked requests, and adjust protection for servers and devices—all from a fast, native iOS app. *See What Your Network Is Doing* Follow requests in real time with Live Log, search your Query Log, and inspect detailed request and response information. Find the answers you need without digging through a web dashboard. *Control Protection in Seconds* Enable or disable protection for an entire server or fine-tune settings for individual devices. Manage blocklist filtering, user rules, parental control, and browsing security. Siri Shortcuts make common actions even faster. *Understand Your DNS Traffic* Explore clear statistics for your DNS activity, including top domains and destinations, and see what is being blocked at a glance. *Manage Servers and Devices* Add or edit servers, update device details, and keep important DNS settings within easy reach. *Built for Apple Devices* Enjoy a truly native iOS experience built with SwiftUI, plus Home Screen widgets for quick actions and status updates. Features: • Toggle protection for servers and individual devices • Control blocklist filtering, user rules, parental control, and browsing security • View basic and advanced DNS statistics • Search the Query Log with filters and detailed request information • Monitor requests in real time with Live Log • Use Home Screen widgets for quick actions and status • Automate common actions with Siri Shortcuts How it works: 1. Connect your AdGuard DNS account. 2. Select a server or device. 3. Monitor activity, review statistics, and manage protection. Remote for AdGuard DNS is an independent, third-party app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by AdGuard. An AdGuard DNS account is required. Learn more about AdGuard DNS at https://adguard-dns.io/.

Screenshots

DNS Security Pro4 screens
Remote for AdGuard DNS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote for AdGuard DNS at 5.0 against DNS Security Pro's 4.3. DNS Security Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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 $2.99 and Remote for AdGuard DNS $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote for AdGuard DNS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of DNS Security Pro's written reviews are positive against 82% of Remote for AdGuard DNS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DNS Security Pro ships an update every 2 days, Remote for AdGuard DNS every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DNS Security Pro versus Remote for AdGuard DNS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDNS Security ProRemote for AdGuard DNS
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating4.3 (20 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.8% of reviews81.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings20 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCHUNG-HO LEERocketScience IT

Customer experience

DNS Security Pro

All ratings20 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive75.8%
Neutral6.1%
Negative18.2%

Remote for AdGuard DNS

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%

In-app purchases

None

DNS Security Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Remote for AdGuard DNS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DNS Security Pro free?
DNS Security Pro costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote for AdGuard DNS free?
Remote for AdGuard DNS costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DNS Security Pro or Remote for AdGuard DNS?
Remote for AdGuard DNS is rated higher. DNS Security Pro averages 4.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Remote for AdGuard DNS averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do DNS Security Pro or Remote for AdGuard DNS have ads?
Neither DNS Security Pro nor Remote for AdGuard DNS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DNS Security Pro or Remote for AdGuard DNS?
DNS Security Pro ships an update every 2 days, and Remote for AdGuard DNS every 3 weeks. Most recently, DNS Security Pro was updated on November 7, 2026 and Remote for AdGuard DNS on November 7, 2026.

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