RethinkDNS Alternatives

RethinkDNS is described as 'An OpenSnitch-inspired firewall and network monitor + a pi-hole-inspired DNS over HTTPS client with blocklists' and is a popular Ad Blocker in the web browsers category. There are more than 25 alternatives to RethinkDNS for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Linux, Windows and iPad apps. The best RethinkDNS alternative is Portmaster, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like RethinkDNS are AdGuard, NextDNS, Pi-hole and AdAway.

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  1. adblock-lean icon
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    adblock-lean is a super simple and lightweight adblocking solution that leverages the major rewrite of the DNS server and domain handling code associated with dnsmasq 2.86 that drastically improves performance and reduces memory foot-print, facilitating the use of very large...

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  2. Firewalla icon
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    Firewalla is a vital security addition to every home and small business with network and IoT devices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
     
  3. SterJo NetStalker is innovative and FREE security software able to detect all authorized and unauthorized connections to your computer and send you alert for each new connection.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. The advanced AI-powered firewall: Take control of all connections and defend against hackers, spyware, and trackers.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
     
  5. Quad9 Connect is an Android and ChromeOS app that sends your DNS queries to Quad9's secure, private, open recursive DNS service.

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • F-Droid
     
  6. ADNS icon
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    ADNS is a lightweight DNS-based ad blocker for Android. No VPN, no background services, no battery drain, no hassle.

    51 ADNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  7. Hostsblock icon
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    Hostsblock is a bash script for Linux designed to take advantage of the HOSTS file available in all operating systems to provide system-wide blocking of internet advertisements, malicious domains, trackers, and other undesirable content.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  8. CIRA Canadian Shield protects you from online threats such as malicious domains, phishing websites and helps to keep your personal data private. It also provides DNS privacy by keeping your DNS requests in Canada.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Windows
    • Mac
     
  9. ufw KDE icon
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    KDE front-end to ufw, similar to the GTK/Gnome based gufw.

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    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE
    • Kubuntu
    • KDE neon
     
  10. NetGenius icon
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    NetGenius is a modern Internet connection monitoring, control and optimization tool. It lets you watch the apps using your Internet in real-time, control their access, and get detailed usage reports. Bandwidth-sensitive applications like voice calls, videos or games can be...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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