AdGuard DNS vs Special Date
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AdGuard DNS
This utility app connects your devices to a secure DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious websites. It offers enhanced privacy and protection across your entire network without collecting user data. Ideal for individuals and organizations seeking a cleaner, safer online experience.
- Blocks ads and trackers
- Protects against malicious domains
- Works across all devices
- Privacy-focused, no data collection
- Easy network-wide protection
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This app works in tandem with AdGuard DNS. To use it, you need an AdGuard DNS account. Sign up or log in at https://adguard-dns.io. AdGuard DNS lets you connect to a secure, privacy-oriented DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains. It works on all devices — phones, tablets, laptops, and routers — with no restrictions. It is perfect for protecting your home network and convenient for schools, universities, or companies that need to manage multiple devices consistently. Privacy first: we do not track users, collect personal data, or embed third-party analytics or advertising SDKs. Learn more in our Privacy policy: https://adguard-dns.io/privacy.html. Need help or have questions? Visit our support center: https://adguard-dns.io/support.html. Learn more about AdGuard DNS on our website: https://adguard-dns.io.
Special Date
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Life is full of special moments: family birthdays, anniversaries with loved ones, or the countdown to your next vacation. Special Date is a minimal and elegant app designed to help you keep track of these important milestones. No clutter, just the memories that matter to you. 【 Key Features 】 - Event Tracker: Easily manage birthdays, anniversaries, exams, and holidays. Keep all your important dates in one place. - Home Screen Widgets: Check your countdowns directly from your Home Screen without opening the app. - iCloud Sync: Your data is safe and privately stored. Seamlessly sync across all your Apple devices via iCloud. - Apple Watch Support: View your upcoming events right on your wrist. - Minimalist Design: Lightweight, fast, and easy to use. We focus on simplicity so you can focus on your life. Make every day count. Download Special Date now and never miss a celebration again.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: AdGuard DNS at Free against Special Date's $1.99. AdGuard DNS also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (15.4 vs 17.2). On ads, in-app purchases 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
AdGuard DNS is free to download; Special Date costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
AdGuard DNS ships an update every 2 weeks, Special Date every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AdGuard DNS | Special Date |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | 3.5 (45 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 45 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adguard Software Limited | 贺 赵 |
In-app purchases
AdGuard DNS
No in-app purchases
Special Date
No in-app purchases
