Comparison

DNS Benchmark vs GlassDNS

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

Head to head
About

DNS Benchmark

Optimize your internet speed by finding the fastest DNS server for gaming, streaming, or general browsing. This tool provides detailed performance metrics and stability analysis to improve your connection quality.

Highlights
  • Instant DNS benchmark
  • Real performance metrics (Average, Median, Jitter)
  • Deep stability charts and Bufferbloat tracking
  • Health Score and 'Network Verified' badges
  • CSV export for reports
  • Unlimited custom DNS testing
  • DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) encryption
Features
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Is your internet slow? Is the ping in your games too high? Your DNS server might be the bottleneck. DNS Benchmark is the most complete tool for testing, comparing, and finding the fastest DNS server for your network. Run a benchmark in one tap and get a clear performance ranking of the world's top DNS providers — optimized for gaming, streaming, and everyday browsing. FEATURES Instant DNS Benchmark — Compare Cloudflare, Google DNS, OpenDNS, Quad9, and 15+ providers in seconds. Real Metrics — Go beyond ping. Analyze Average, Median, and Jitter for a complete picture of DNS speed and stability. Pro Analytics — Deep stability charts, Jitter analysis, and Bufferbloat tracking to understand your real connection quality. Health Score — Monitor your DNS performance over time and earn "Network Verified" badges. CSV Export — Export your full benchmark history for professional reports and analysis. Unlimited Custom DNS — Add, save, and test as many private DNS servers as you want. DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) — All test queries are encrypted for total privacy. Premium Interface — A clean, modern design optimized for one-handed use. No Account Required — Launch the app and test immediately. No login, no sign-up. WHY DNS BENCHMARK? Transparent — We show you a clear ranking with real data. No "magic" settings, no inflated numbers. You decide which DNS is best. Private — No account, no tracking, no invasive permissions. Your data stays on your device. Accurate — Median, Jitter, and Bufferbloat metrics give you the full picture that a simple ping test can't. PERFECT FOR Gamers — Find the lowest ping and jitter DNS for a competitive edge. Reduce lag in Fortnite, Valorant, Call of Duty, and more. Streamers — Ensure a stable connection for buffer-free 4K streaming on Netflix, YouTube, and Twitch. IT Pros & Developers — A powerful network diagnostic tool for testing custom DNS configurations and analyzing performance. Anyone with slow internet — Switching your DNS can dramatically improve your browsing speed. Find out which one is fastest for your location. Don't leave your connection to chance. Download DNS Benchmark now and take control of your internet speed.

About

GlassDNS

Manage your DNS records directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app supports multiple DNS providers and offers full record management, including adding, editing, and deleting various record types. It's designed with security and native iOS features in mind.

Highlights
  • Multi-provider DNS support
  • Full DNS record management
  • A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, SRV record types
  • Secure API credential storage
  • Native iOS design with light/dark mode
  • Bilingual support (English & Chinese)
Features
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GlassDNS is a DNS management app that lets you manage DNS records right from your iPhone and iPad. MULTI-PROVIDER SUPPORT Connect multiple DNS providers in one app. Currently supports Cloudflare and Alibaba Cloud DNS, with more coming soon. FULL DNS RECORD MANAGEMENT - View, add, edit, and delete DNS records - Support for A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, and SRV record types - Filter and search records by type or name - Pull to refresh for real-time updates SECURE BY DESIGN - API credentials stored in iOS Keychain - All data stays on your device - No tracking or analytics NATIVE DESIGN - Built with native iOS 26 Liquid Glass controls - Light and dark mode, or follow the system - Three-column layout on iPad - Dynamic Type and VoiceOver support - Bilingual support (English & Chinese)

Screenshots

DNS Benchmark4 screens
GlassDNS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GlassDNS at none against DNS Benchmark's 2. GlassDNS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs weekly). DNS Benchmark's advantage is ratings volume (26 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.4). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DNS Benchmark sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. GlassDNS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GlassDNS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DNS Benchmark has 26 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DNS Benchmark ships an update weekly, GlassDNS daily. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DNS Benchmark versus GlassDNS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDNS BenchmarkGlassDNS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (26 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better2
Update frequencyWeeklyDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.4
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel Souza do Vale良瑀 童

Customer experience

DNS Benchmark

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

GlassDNS

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DNS Benchmark

One-time2
  • Remove Ads Forever$3.99
  • DNS Benchmark Pro$5.99
None

GlassDNS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DNS Benchmark free?
DNS Benchmark is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GlassDNS free?
GlassDNS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DNS Benchmark or GlassDNS?
GlassDNS is rated higher. DNS Benchmark averages 4.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while GlassDNS averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DNS Benchmark or GlassDNS have ads?
DNS Benchmark shows ads; GlassDNS does not.
Which is updated more often, DNS Benchmark or GlassDNS?
DNS Benchmark ships an update weekly, and GlassDNS daily. Most recently, DNS Benchmark was updated on October 30, 2026 and GlassDNS on November 5, 2026.

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