NS3 vs Protexb
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NS3
This app automatically intercepts and encrypts all DNS requests using various modern protocols for enhanced privacy and security. It provides real-time monitoring of app internet activity, offering a simple, user-friendly experience to protect your online traffic.
- Comprehensive protocol support (DoH, DoH3, DoT, DoQ, DNSCrypt)
- Automatic DNS request interception
- Enhanced internet privacy and security
- Real-time DNS activity monitor
- Simple, one-click operation
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Comprehensive Protocol Support: NS3 supports Plain DNS, DNS over HTTPS (DoH), DNS over HTTP/3 (DoH3), DNS over TLS (DoT), DNS over QUIC (DoQ), DNSCrypt, and Anonymized DNS. Ensure your internet traffic is encrypted and secure, protecting you from potential threats and prying eyes. Automatic Interception: Say goodbye to the hassle of manual DNS configuration. NS3 automatically intercepts all DNS requests from the system resolver and installed apps, seamlessly managing your DNS traffic. Enhanced Privacy and Security: With support for modern DNS protocols, NS3 ensures your DNS queries are encrypted, reducing the risk of eavesdropping and data interception. DNS Activity Monitor: Stay informed about app activities in real-time. NS3 makes it easy to monitor and manage how your apps interact with the internet, giving you greater control over your data usage and privacy. Ease of Use: NS3 is designed for simplicity. Install the app, click start, and let NS3 handle the rest. No technical expertise required.
Protexb
This app provides enhanced internet privacy and security by allowing users to switch DNS servers. It blocks ads and trackers for a cleaner, safer browsing experience with a built-in VPN tunnel.
- Switch DNS profiles
- Built-in VPN tunnel
- Ad-blocking
- Tracker protection
- Real-time ping display
- One-tap connect/disconnect
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Protexb helps you take control of your internet connection by changing your DNS to trusted servers. Designed to block unwanted ads and trackers, Protexb ensures a safer, cleaner browsing experience. Key features: Easily switch between trusted DNS profiles (AdGuard, Google, Cloudflare, OpenDNS interface). Built-in VPN tunnel using secure AdGuard DNS. Ad-blocking, tracker protection, and enhanced privacy. Real-time ping display to your selected DNS profile. One-tap connect and disconnect. Your data stays private. No complicated setup. Just install, choose your profile, and browse with confidence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Protexb at 5.0 against NS3's 3.0. NS3's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Protexb holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | NS3 | Protexb |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Def24 Inc | TheGroceryShelf LLC |
In-app purchases
NS3
No in-app purchases
Protexb
No in-app purchases








