Best Rethink Dns Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free rethink dns apps? 17 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Rethink Dns Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – BlokadaAd Blocker VPN & DNS – BlokadaFree3.9★ (9.5K)NoYesAug 2026
2NextDNSNextDNSFree4.5★ (1.6K)NoYesAug 2026
3DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPNDNS & IP Changer - Secure VPNFree4.8★ (12K)YesYesAug 2026
4DNS Optimizer: Server ChangerDNS Optimizer: Server ChangerFree5.0★ (7)NoYesAug 2026
5DNS InspectorDNS InspectorFree4.9★ (21)NoNoJul 2026
6DNS OverrideDNS OverrideFree4.5★ (1.9K)NoYesAug 2026
7NetShade DNSNetShade DNSFree4.8★ (47)NoYesAug 2026
8NextDNS RemoteNextDNS RemoteFree4.5★ (35)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Rethink Dns

Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada#1

Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada by Blocka AB

Block Ads in Games & Apps
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
3.9😞(9.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Experience an ad-free internet and enhanced privacy. This app blocks ads and trackers across all browsers and apps using DNS. An optional VPN encrypts your traffic for added security against cyber threats.

What We Love

  • 👍 Effective ad blocker
  • 🚀 Works well for streaming apps like Crunchyroll
  • 🔒 Secure VPN functionality

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Switched to paid subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Can drain battery life
NextDNS#2

NextDNS by nextdns Inc.

Block Ads, Trackers & Malware
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(1.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Encrypt all your DNS queries across all networks with this app. It leverages native iOS settings to bring your custom blocking policies and traffic analytics directly to your phone. Easily set up your configuration ID to enhance your online privacy and security.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient DNS service
  • 🔒 Robust security and privacy features
  • 👍 Simple and user-friendly setup
  • 💡 Highly configurable with advanced options

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🐛 Inability to disable on specific Wi-Fi networks
  • 🐛 Inconsistent ad blocking performance
DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPN#3

DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPN by Ali Burak Goncu

High Speed - VPN & Proxy & DNS
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.8😐(12K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily change your device's DNS settings for faster browsing and a better online gaming experience. It also offers a secure VPN option for enhanced privacy and protection on public Wi-Fi.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 💡 Innovative features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 📺 Excessive ads

More Rethink Dns apps to explore

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DNS Optimizer: Server Changer
DNS Optimizer: Server Changer
DNS Optimizer: Server Changer
Speed Test & Benchmark Tool
Free

Optimize your internet connection by easily switching DNS servers. Benchmark performance, block unwanted content, and enhance online gaming with secure and private browsing. Supports Wi-Fi and cellular networks on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Switch system-wide DNS configurationsBenchmark DNS server performancePre-configured trusted DNS servers
🔧 Utilities
(7)
free with in-app purchases
5
DNS Inspector
DNS Inspector
DNS Inspector
by Ian Spence
Free

Perform advanced DNS queries on the go with support for various secure protocols like DoT, DoH, and DoQ. Get detailed, clutter-free results with DNSSEC and WHOIS support. This free, open-source tool is designed for power users needing comprehensive domain information.

Advanced DNS queriesSupport for DoT, DoH, DoQDNSSEC message authentication
🔧 Utilities
(21)
free
6
DNS Override
DNS Override
DNS Override
Set DNS for Wi-Fi and cellular
Free

Easily change DNS server settings on your iPhone or iPad for both Wi-Fi and cellular networks. This app offers various DNS providers, supports encrypted connections, and helps filter content, block ads, and access restricted sites.

Change DNS for Wi-Fi and cellularMultiple DNS and SmartDNS providersDNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS support
🔧 Utilities
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
7
NetShade DNS
NetShade DNS
NetShade DNS
Fast, easy DNS encryption.
Free

Protect your online privacy by encrypting your DNS queries. This app prevents marketers and hackers from tracking your internet activity by securing your connection.

Encrypted DNS protectionPrevents online trackingUses DNS over TLS (DoT)
🔧 Utilities
(47)
free with in-app purchases
8
NextDNS Remote
NextDNS Remote
NextDNS Remote
by RocketScience IT
Free

Manage your NextDNS configuration remotely. Monitor analytics, review query logs, and adjust blocking settings and lists. Supports multiple accounts and profiles for comprehensive control.

View analytics and statisticsExplore query logsEdit blocklists and allowlists
🔧 Utilities
(35)
free with in-app purchases
9
xFlow DNS
xFlow DNS
xFlow DNS
by YTRRE, INC
Free
🏥 Medical
(0)
10
NetBuddy DNS Sniffer
NetBuddy DNS Sniffer
NetBuddy DNS Sniffer
Easily Visualize DNS Hierarchy
$1.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
ISC DNS Checker
ISC DNS Checker
ISC DNS Checker
by Internet Systems Consortium, Inc.
Free

This application tests recursive DNS servers for compliance with current DNS protocol specifications, particularly EDNS(0). It can automatically detect your device's DNS servers or allow manual IP address input for testing. Both IPv4 and IPv6 are supported.

Tests DNSSEC complianceTests EDNS(0) conformanceAutomatic DNS server detection
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
12
DNS Propagation
DNS Propagation
DNS Propagation
Verify changes in seconds
$1.99

This app helps webmasters, developers, and IT professionals quickly verify DNS changes across multiple providers. It offers detailed insights into record freshness, response times, and cache status with intuitive indicators and history.

Multi-provider DNS propagation checksAuthoritative TTL analysisCache age and freshness indicators
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
paid
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1.1.1.1: Faster Internet
1.1.1.1: Faster Internet
1.1.1.1: Faster Internet
A More Private Internet
Free

Enhance your internet connection with improved privacy and security. This app encrypts your traffic, protects against online threats, and offers an optimized connection protocol. It's easy to set up for a safer browsing experience.

Modern, optimized internet protocolEncrypts more traffic for privacyProtects against malware and phishing
🔧 Utilities
(216K)
free with in-app purchases
14
DNS Security
DNS Security
DNS Security
Protect DNS and Network
Free

This app encrypts your DNS queries using DoH and DoT protocols to enhance online privacy and security. It prevents eavesdropping and data manipulation by securing the translation of domain names to IP addresses. Choose from trusted providers or configure your own server for a safer browsing experience.

DNS over HTTPS (DoH) supportDNS over TLS (DoT) supportNo VPN configuration needed
🔧 Utilities
(72)
free with in-app purchases
15
DNS Speed Tester
DNS Speed Tester
DNS Speed Tester
by Vishnu Nampoothiri UK
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
NSLookup Z-Fast DNS Query Tool
NSLookup Z-Fast DNS Query Tool
NSLookup Z-Fast DNS Query Tool
Secure DNS Lookup,Record Check
Free

This tool allows for fast and secure DNS record lookups, supporting encrypted queries and a variety of popular DNS servers. Users can also configure custom DNS servers for complete control over their network analysis.

Query DNS records (A, AAAA, CNAME, TXT, etc.)Support for DoH & DoT encrypted lookupsIncludes popular DNS servers (Google, Cloudflare)
🛠️ Developer Tools
(7)
free
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DNS Forge: Private & Secure
DNS Forge: Private & Secure
DNS Forge: Private & Secure
Encrypted DNS & Diagnostics
$2.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
DNS Root Explorer
DNS Root Explorer
DNS Root Explorer
by Internet Systems Consortium, Inc.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
xiaoman - dns
xiaoman - dns
xiaoman - dns
by DE EASTRISE BPO SDN. BHD.
Free

This DNS client tool allows developers to customize and manage DNS functionalities. It supports multiple transmission protocols, a hosts whitelist, and manual DNS server settings. The app also includes DNS request caching for faster access and IPv6 support.

Multiple transmission protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS, HTTP)Hosts whitelist supportManual DNS server settings
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
20
Dynamic DNS
Dynamic DNS
Dynamic DNS
Dynamic DNS
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Rethink Dns

What are the best rethink dns apps for iPhone?
Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada tops our rethink dns apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.9-star average from 9.5K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top rethink dns apps we rank are free to download, including Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada and NextDNS.
Ad Blocker VPN & DNS – Blokada has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ rethink dns apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Blokada uses DNS to block ads and trackers across all your apps and browsers, providing an ad-free experience. It also offers an optional VPN to encrypt your internet traffic and enhance your online privacy and security.
The app employs DNS-based interception to prevent ads from loading. It blocks requests to known ad servers, malicious websites, and trackers, ensuring you only see the content you intend to.