Cisco Umbrella AlternativesDNS Resolvers and other similar apps like Cisco Umbrella

Cisco Umbrella is described as '(formerly OpenDNS) provides the first line of defense against threats on the internet wherever users go' and is a very popular DNS Resolver in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Cisco Umbrella, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac and Android apps. The best Cisco Umbrella alternative is NextDNS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to Cisco Umbrella are 1.1.1.1, Cloudflare, DNS4EU and AdGuard DNS.

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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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    • NextDNS is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Cisco Umbrella.

    • NextDNS is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Cisco Umbrella.

    • NextDNS is Freemium and Open SourceCisco Umbrella is Freemium and Proprietary
    • NextDNS is Customizable, Privacy focused, Lightweight and Security-focusedCisco Umbrella 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 Cisco Umbrella alternative.

    • 1.1.1.1 is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Cisco Umbrella.

    • 1.1.1.1 is Freemium and ProprietaryCisco Umbrella is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • 1.1.1.1 is Privacy focused and LightweightCisco Umbrella is not according to our users
  4. Cloudflare icon

    Cloudflare

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    Delivers SaaS transparent proxy to shield websites, integrating dynamic DNS, global CDN, and web application firewall; blocks DDoS and targeted attacks, optimizes traffic for speed, reduces server load, analyzes threats, supports flexible deployment, and caching features.

    70 Cloudflare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Comments about Cloudflare as an Alternative to Cisco Umbrella
    altersoft
    Negative
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    It's not public DNS service!!!

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    • Cloudflare is Freemium and ProprietaryCisco Umbrella is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    AdGuard DNS

    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...

    https://adguard-dns.io
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  6. DNS4EU icon

    DNS4EU

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

    51 DNS4EU alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  7. 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 Cisco Umbrella.

    • AdGuard DNS is Freemium and ProprietaryCisco Umbrella is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • AdGuard DNS is Privacy focused and LightweightCisco Umbrella is not according to our users
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    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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    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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  11. Quad9 icon

    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
     
  12. 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
     
  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!

    35 NextDNS Manager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
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  15. Google Public DNS icon

    Google Public DNS

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    A free, global DNS resolution service that you can use as an alternative to your current DNS provider.

    41 Google Public DNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Comments about Google Public DNS as an Alternative to Cisco Umbrella
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    Google DNS does not provide filtering.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • This alternative is disputed. Google Public DNS is a legitimate Cisco Umbrella alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Google Public DNS is Free Personal and ProprietaryCisco Umbrella is Freemium and Proprietary
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