Dynamic DNS vs DynDnsPulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dynamic DNS
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Dynamic DNS Link a domain name to your dynamic IP address. Manage your records easily and conveniently through your personal account. Features: - Create, edit, and delete DNS A records through a user-friendly web interface. - Link a domain name to your dynamic IP address and update it at any time—no manual configuration required. - Configure your router to automatically update DNS records—your IP will always be up-to-date. Where it's useful: - Smart home. Manage cameras, NAS, or router remotely—no dependence on the manufacturer's cloud platform. - Home server. Run Nextcloud, Plex, or Jellyfin at home—the address remains the same, even if the IP changes. - Remote access. Connect to your home network from the office or while traveling—no third-party VPN services required. - Small business. Need access to an internal service without the expensive cost of leasing a static IP from your provider? - Auto-update. Configure your router once, and the IP is updated automatically via the built-in DDNS client. - Game server. Keep your friends connected with a permanent address, even if your provider changes the IP every night.
DynDnsPulse
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DynDnsPulse keeps your Dynamic DNS records in sync with your current IP address — automatically, reliably, and without any hassle. Whether you run a home server, a self-hosted NAS, a VPN, or any service behind a dynamic IP, DynDnsPulse ensures your domain always points to the right address. FEATURES • 28 supported providers — Cloudflare, Hetzner, NextDNS, No-IP, DuckDNS, Dynu, Namecheap, deSEC, Afraid.org, Dynv6, Dyn, ChangeIP, and many more • IPv4 and IPv6 — updates both A and AAAA records simultaneously • Multiple providers — manage and update all your DNS providers in one place • Background updates — the app checks your IP regularly even when not in use • Update log — full history of every check and update with timestamps • Test connection — verify your credentials directly in the app before saving • Custom URL template — connect any DynDNS-compatible provider via a flexible URL template • Clean, native interface — built for iPhone and iPad with SwiftUI HOW IT WORKS 1. Add your DNS provider and enter your credentials 2. DynDnsPulse checks your public IP at regular intervals 3. When your IP changes, it updates all enabled providers automatically 4. You get notified on success or if something goes wrong PRIVACY Your credentials are stored securely in the iOS Keychain and never leave your device. No account, no cloud sync, no tracking. DynDnsPulse is the perfect companion for self-hosters, home lab enthusiasts, and anyone who needs their domain to follow their IP.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Dynamic DNS at 15.6 against DynDnsPulse's 17.0. On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Dynamic DNS | DynDnsPulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vladimir Gorkov | Thomas Pallus |
In-app purchases
Dynamic DNS
No in-app purchases
DynDnsPulse
No in-app purchases







