Pi-hole AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Firewalls & Privacy Tools

If that doesn't work for you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Pi-hole, but unfortunately only zero of them are Firewalls.

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Pi-hole alternatives are mainly Ad Blockers but may also be Firewalls or Privacy Tools.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Pi-hole.
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Block ads for all your devices without the need to install client-side software. The Pi-hole blocks ads at the DNS-level, so all your devices are protected.

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Pi-hole alternatives page was last updated Dec 13, 2024
  1. Portmaster icon
     119 likes

    Portmaster is a free and open-source privacy suite that puts you back in charge of your computer.

    29 Portmaster alternatives
    Dashboard PMv1.4

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Firewall
    2.  Network Tools
    3.  Application Firewall
    4.  Block Trackers
    5.  DNS Resolver
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  DNS over HTTPS
    11.  Website Monitoring
    12.  Spam Filter
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    Comments about Portmaster as an Alternative to Pi-hole
     
    IsidroRollandHills

    It has most the same features regarding a single host, but as it’s a software, you can take it with you wherever you go!

    Positive commentJun 19, 2020
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    • Most users think Portmaster is a great Pi-hole alternative.

    • Portmaster is the most popular Windows & Linux alternative to Pi-hole.

    • Portmaster is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Pi-hole.

    • Portmaster is Freemium and Open SourcePi-hole is Free and Open Source
    • Portmaster is Privacy focusedPi-hole is not according to our users
  2. AdGuard icon
     248 likes

    Ad-blocking solution eliminating intrusive ads and preventing tracking, with malware protection. Filters pop-ups, banners, and more for clean browsing. Works in the background for ad-free surfing, protects data privacy with Spyware filter, and controls ad display in apps.

    120 AdGuard alternatives
    AdGuard screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    2.  DNS over HTTPS
    3.  Pop up blocker
    4.  DNS-over-TLS
    5.  Custom DNS
    6.  Block Trackers
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  No Logs
    9.  No Tracking
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  No registration required
    12.  Anonymous Proxy
    AdGuard iconPi-hole Icon

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    Comments about AdGuard as an Alternative to Pi-hole
     
       
    Guest

    It is an "DNS-level content blocker" too! The software is called "Adguard HOME" and it is very similar to PiHole! It is a little more user friendly in my opinion.

    Top positive commentAug 28, 2021
    3
    jmthornton

    Pi-hole is a DNS-level content blocker, AdGuard is an app.

    Top negative commentAug 9, 2020
    2
    RemovedUser

    Very similar premise with a different admin experience. Can't hurt trying out both in a VM or on Play with Docker to see what you prefer

    Positive commentJul 23, 2022
    1
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    • Some users think AdGuard is a great Pi-hole alternative, some don't.

    • AdGuard is the most popular Android, Mac, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Pi-hole.

    • AdGuard is Freemium and Open SourcePi-hole is Free and Open Source
    • AdGuard is Privacy focused and LightweightPi-hole is not according to our users
  3. OpenSnitch icon
     38 likes

    OpenSnitch is a GNU/Linux application firewall.

    32 OpenSnitch alternatives
    OpenSnitch screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Application Firewall
    2.  Network Filtering
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Block Trackers
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  4. WebGuard icon
     1 like

    WebGuard is a unique ad blocker for Android devices that removes ads in games, apps and browsers, protects your privacy, and has a built-in firewall for Internet access control in your apps.

    89 WebGuard alternatives
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    +1
    WebGuard screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
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  5. Firewalla icon
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    Firewalla is a vital security addition to every home and small business with network and IoT devices.

    36 Firewalla alternatives
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    +4
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    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad

    Firewalla Features

    1.  Block Trackers
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Content Filtering
    4.  Internet of Things
    5.  Security Monitoring
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