Dyn AlternativesDynamic DNS Services and other similar apps like Dyn

Dyn is described as 'Using Dyn’s dynamic DNS eliminates the headache and human error associated with tracking ever-changing IP addresses and allows you to avoid the alternative of purchasing pricey static IPs' and is a popular Dynamic DNS service in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Dyn for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Linux, Mac and SaaS apps. The best Dyn alternative is NextDNS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Dyn are RethinkDNS, 1.1.1.1, DNS4EU and AdGuard DNS.

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  1. NextDNS icon

    NextDNS

     153 likes

    NextDNS protects you from all kinds of security threats, blocks ads and trackers on websites and in apps and provides a safe and supervised Internet for kids — on all devices and on all networks.

    139 NextDNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • UC Browser
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • UniFi Network
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • OpenWrt
    • Opera
    • Alpine Linux
    • pfSense
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • DD-WRT
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  4. 1.1.1.1 icon

    1.1.1.1

     99 likes

    Designed by CloudFlare, this DNS resolver focuses on speed and privacy, ensuring no user data is sold. Mobile apps extend protections with WARP VPN, enhancing browsing security, performance, and offering anti-malware features. Aimed at tech-savvy and general audiences alike.

    77 1.1.1.1 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    1.1.1.1 screenshot 1
     
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    1.1.1.1 vs Dyn Comments
    Jonathan Brickman
    Negative
    0

    1.1.1.1 does not provide dynamic DNS at all, it does not provide what Dyn does.

    • 1.1.1.1 is Freemium and ProprietaryDyn is Paid and Proprietary
    • 1.1.1.1 is Privacy focused and LightweightDyn is not according to our users
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  6. DNS4EU icon

    DNS4EU

     21 likes

    Join DNS4EU, an EU initiative providing secure, private, and reliable DNS services for users across Europe.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  7. AdGuard DNS icon

    AdGuard DNS

     42 likes

    Cloud DNS blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains for all devices, provides real-time request stats, customizable filtering, parental controls, and a web dashboard. Compatible with routers, enables safer browsing, and ensures a privacy-focused internet experience.

    34 AdGuard DNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    AdGuard DNS screenshot 1
     
  8. Control D icon

    Control D

     32 likes

    Control D is a modern and customizable DNS service that blocks threats, unwanted content and ads - on all devices. Onboard in minutes, and forget about it.

    28 Control D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • Android
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Online
    Control D screenshot 1
     
  10. MullvadDNS icon

    MullvadDNS

     30 likes

    Our public DNS service offers DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT), with QNAME minimization and basic ad blocking.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  11. Quad9 icon

    Quad9

     38 likes

    Quad9 is a free, recursive, anycast DNS platform that provides end users robust security protections, high-performance, and privacy.

    49 Quad9 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  12. Cisco Umbrella icon

    Cisco Umbrella

     106 likes

    Cisco Umbrella (formerly OpenDNS) provides the first line of defense against threats on the internet wherever users go.

    71 Cisco Umbrella alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Cisco Umbrella vs Dyn Comments
    Jonathan Brickman
    Negative
    0

    OpenDNS does not provide dynamic DNS services at all. Not the same service in any way.

    • Cisco Umbrella is Freemium and ProprietaryDyn is Paid and Proprietary
  14. AWS Route 53 icon

    AWS Route 53

     6 likes

    AWS Route 53 is a reliable and cost-effective Domain Name System (DNS) web service that translates domain names into numeric IP addresses.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Amazon Web Services
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    AWS Route 53 screenshot 1
     
  15. Google Cloud DNS icon

    Google Cloud DNS

     3 likes

    Reliable, resilient, low-latency DNS serving from Google’s worldwide network of Anycast DNS servers. Manage DNS records using the Developer's Console UI, the gcloud command line interface, or a full-featured RESTful API.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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