Comparison

DNS Security vs Restroom Express

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

Head to head
About

DNS Security

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
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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: PRO FEATURES (IN APP PURCHASE) • 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

Restroom Express

Features
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Restroom Express is built for the moment when you need a restroom quickly. Open the app and it automatically looks for nearby public restrooms, chooses a walking route, and guides you with a large, high-contrast arrow. Key features: • Opens directly into restroom guidance • Big arrow navigation designed for quick walking • Shows remaining distance and estimated walking time • Re-routes when you go off course • Offers upstairs and downstairs hints when available • Lets users rate restrooms with simple tags such as clean, free, open, upstairs, or downstairs • Switches to another nearby restroom with one tap • Opens the route in Apple Maps when you want the full map view Restroom Express only uses location while the app is open. Reviews are lightweight and tag-based, with no long comment thread required. Whether you are in a mall, subway station, park, neighborhood, or a city you do not know, it helps you find a nearby restroom faster.

Screenshots

DNS Security4 screens
Restroom Express3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Restroom Express at none against DNS Security's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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 Security sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Restroom Express asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
DNS Security versus Restroom Express: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDNS SecurityRestroom Express
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (72 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings72 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCHUNG-HO LEE宏骏 周

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DNS Security

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro features$1.99
None

Restroom Express

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DNS Security free?
DNS Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Restroom Express free?
Restroom Express is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DNS Security or Restroom Express have ads?
Neither DNS Security nor Restroom Express shows ads.

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