Google Public DNS AlternativesDNS Resolvers and other similar apps like Google Public DNS

Google Public DNS is described as 'A free, global DNS resolution service that you can use as an alternative to your current DNS provider' and is a popular DNS Resolver in the network & admin category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Google Public DNS, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac and Android apps. The best Google Public DNS alternative is NextDNS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to Google Public DNS are 1.1.1.1, AdGuard DNS, DNS4EU and Control D.

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  1. NextDNS icon

    NextDNS

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    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 (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    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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    Comments about NextDNS as an Alternative to Google Public DNS
    KeenFlosser
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    Great filtering options for very cheap. Great instructions on how to setup on all devices.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • NextDNS is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Google Public DNS.

    • NextDNS is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Google Public DNS.

    • NextDNS is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Public DNS is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • NextDNS is Customizable, Privacy focused, Lightweight and Security-focusedGoogle Public DNS is not according to our users
  2. 1.1.1.1 icon

    1.1.1.1

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    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.

    69 1.1.1.1 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • Almost everyone thinks 1.1.1.1 is a great Google Public DNS alternative.

    • 1.1.1.1 is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Google Public DNS.

    • 1.1.1.1 is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Public DNS is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • 1.1.1.1 is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Public DNS is not according to our users
  4. AdGuard DNS icon

    AdGuard DNS

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    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.

    35 AdGuard DNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
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    • AdGuard DNS is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Google Public DNS.

    • AdGuard DNS is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Public DNS is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • AdGuard DNS is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Public DNS is not according to our users
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    DNS4EU

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    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. Control D icon

    Control D

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    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.

    29 Control D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • Android
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Online
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    Comments about Control D as an Alternative to Google Public DNS
    Guest
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    It is fully customizable, has proxy/vpn features and support multiple devices from a single UI

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Control D is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Public DNS is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Control D is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Public DNS is not according to our users
  8. Blokada icon

    Blokada

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    Blokada is the popular ad blocker and privacy app for Android and iOS. It's being supported and actively developed by the amazing open source community.

    96 Blokada alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Quad9

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

    50 Quad9 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  11. MullvadDNS icon

    MullvadDNS

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Comments about MullvadDNS as an Alternative to Google Public DNS
    KeenFlosser
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    Fast enough and has filtering options.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • MullvadDNS is Free and Open SourceGoogle Public DNS is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • MullvadDNS is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Public DNS is not according to our users
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    Cisco Umbrella

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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    DNSCrypt Protocol

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    DNSCrypt is a protocol that authenticates communications between a DNS client and a DNS resolver. It prevents DNS spoofing. It uses cryptographic signatures to verify that responses originate from the chosen DNS resolver and haven't been tampered with.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Docker
     
  14. NextDNS Manager icon

    NextDNS Manager

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    With this management app, you can manage and change your NextDNS settings, check your connection, test your ping, and see other connection information!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
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  15. AhaDNS icon

    AhaDNS

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    A zero logging DNS with support for DNS-over-HTTPS & DNS-over-TLS.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    Features
     
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