Comparison

Dynamic DNS vs GlassDNS

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

Head to head
About

Dynamic DNS

Features
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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.

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

Dynamic DNS3 screens
GlassDNS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Dynamic DNS at 15.6 against GlassDNS's 26.4. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Dynamic DNS versus GlassDNS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDynamic DNSGlassDNS
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.4
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVladimir Gorkov良瑀 童

In-app purchases

None

Dynamic DNS

No in-app purchases

None

GlassDNS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dynamic DNS free?
Dynamic DNS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GlassDNS free?
GlassDNS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dynamic DNS or GlassDNS have ads?
Neither Dynamic DNS nor GlassDNS shows ads.

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