# DNS Changer vs NextDNS Remote

DNS Changer and NextDNS Remote both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 96% of DNS Changer's written reviews are positive against 82% of NextDNS Remote's. DNS Changer also leads on ratings volume (178 vs 43). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DNS Changer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and NextDNS Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for DNS Changer against 4.6 for NextDNS Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 178 and 43 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of DNS Changer's written reviews are positive against 82% of NextDNS Remote's.

DNS Changer ships an update every 3 weeks, NextDNS Remote fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DNS Changer | NextDNS Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (178 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-changer-dnscloak/id6468986859/reviews) | **[4.6 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns-remote/id6741903285/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **178** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **96.4% of reviews** | 81.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [prosafe ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691708255) | [RocketScience IT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1502999561) |

## What reviewers say

### DNS Changer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-changer-dnscloak/id6468986859)

This app blocks ads across all applications and websites, offering a faster and more private browsing experience. It combines a DNS changer, VPN, and ad blocker with options for secure proxy servers and Wi-Fi protection.

**Highlights:** Ad blocking across apps and websites, Secure VPN and proxy, Smart DNS and system override, Advanced ad blocking (uBlock Origin style), Custom DNS server support, Family filter and parental controls, Wi-Fi and network protection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| monthly subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| yearly subscriptions | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy DNS control
- 🚀 Fast browsing experience
- 🔒 Enhanced privacy
- 🧼 Effective ad blocking
- 💡 Simple setup

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Some features require payment
- 🤷‍♀️ Not all ads blocked with premium

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 App locks up on iPad version 16.7.12
- 🐛 Premium version doesn't block all ads

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option


### NextDNS Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns-remote/id6741903285)

Manage your NextDNS configuration remotely. View detailed analytics, monitor query logs, and adjust blocking settings, security, privacy, and parental controls. Supports multiple accounts and profiles.

**Highlights:** View analytics and query logs, Configure blocking lists and settings, Adjust security, privacy, and parental controls, Manage multiple NextDNS accounts, Create new profiles within the app, Live updating query log feature

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NextDNS+ Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| NextDNS+ Yearly | $3.99 | per year |
| NextDNS+ Lifetime | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DNS Changer free?

DNS Changer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NextDNS Remote free?

NextDNS Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DNS Changer or NextDNS Remote?

NextDNS Remote is rated higher. DNS Changer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 178 ratings, while NextDNS Remote averages 4.6 from 43 ratings.

### Do DNS Changer or NextDNS Remote have ads?

Neither DNS Changer nor NextDNS Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DNS Changer or NextDNS Remote?

DNS Changer ships an update every 3 weeks, and NextDNS Remote fortnightly. Most recently, DNS Changer was updated on October 30, 2026 and NextDNS Remote on October 30, 2026.

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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.*