Comparison

Dynamic DNS vs DNSwitch

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

DNSwitch

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Key Features • One-tap DNS switching • Custom DNS: Add, edit, delete. Supports DoH, DoT, and DNS • DNS Speed Test (Pro): Shows average, minimum, and maximum latency • DNSwitch Pro: Unlock speed test and ad-free Disclaimer This app is not affiliated with any DNS providers. All services are provided by third parties. Please follow their terms and privacy policies.

Screenshots

Dynamic DNS3 screens
DNSwitch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dynamic DNS at none against DNSwitch's 1. Dynamic DNS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). 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. DNSwitch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Dynamic DNS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Dynamic DNS versus DNSwitch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDynamic DNSDNSwitch
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVladimir GorkovLEE HAN HSIANG

In-app purchases

None

Dynamic DNS

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

DNSwitch

One-time1
  • dnswitch pro$0.99

Questions

Is Dynamic DNS free?
Dynamic DNS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DNSwitch free?
DNSwitch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dynamic DNS or DNSwitch have ads?
DNSwitch shows ads; Dynamic DNS does not.

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