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Best DNS Filtering Services 2026
Facts read 27 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
DNS filtering services help you compare controls for malware, ads, adult content, device policies, logs, analytics and custom blocklists. They can support web, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS or Linux access.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 AdGuard DNS | 6.8 | $29.88 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 14 Oct 2026 | |
| 02 NextDNS | NextDNS suits people who want DNS-based threat, ad, and tracker blocking across devices or networks. | 6.6 | £1.79 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 03 Cloudflare Gateway | 6.3 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 14 Oct 2026 | |
| 04 GoodAccess | GoodAccess suits small and midsize businesses that need managed VPN and network access controls across supported devices. | 6.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 05 CleanBrowsing | It suits households, organizations, and administrators who want DNS-based filtering across devices or networks. | 6.1 | $75 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 06 Control D | Control D suits individuals, IT administrators, SMBs, and enterprises seeking customizable DNS security and internet controls. | 6.1 | $2 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 07 DNSFilter | It suits organizations managing internet access and security across workplace users or devices. | 6.1 | $1 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 08 DeCloudUs DNS | 6.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 7 Oct 2026 | |
| 09 NxFilter | NxFilter suits network administrators who need DNS filtering, user or group policies, reports, or filtering for remote Windows and Android devices. | 6.0 | $60 a year | Free plan | Android, Web, Windows, Mac | 5 Oct 2026 |
| 10 SafeDNS | SafeDNS is aimed at households, schools, enterprises, SMBs, MSPs, nonprofits, ISPs, WiFi operators, and telecom providers. | 5.9 | $1.20 a month | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 4 Oct 2026 |
The list is ordered by newest releases first, using figures makers publish, with no scoring. Compare the controls, platforms and pricing details that fit your devices.
02
NextDNS
NextDNS suits people who want DNS-based threat, ad, and tracker blocking across devices or networks.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+6 Record6.6 Visit
03
Cloudflare Gateway
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 Record6.3 Visit
04
GoodAccess
GoodAccess suits small and midsize businesses that need managed VPN and network access controls across supported devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Record6.2 Visit
05
CleanBrowsing
It suits households, organizations, and administrators who want DNS-based filtering across devices or networks.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 Record6.1 Visit
6
Control D
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+6 $2 a month Record6.1 Visit Control D suits individuals, IT administrators, SMBs, and enterprises seeking customizable DNS security and internet controls.
7
DNSFilter
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+6 $1 a month, billed yearly Record6.1 Visit It suits organizations managing internet access and security across workplace users or devices.
9
NxFilter
AndroidWebWindows+4 $60 a year Record6.0 Visit NxFilter suits network administrators who need DNS filtering, user or group policies, reports, or filtering for remote Windows and Android devices.
10
SafeDNS
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 $1.20 a month Record5.9 Visit SafeDNS is aimed at households, schools, enterprises, SMBs, MSPs, nonprofits, ISPs, WiFi operators, and telecom providers.
11
Comodo Secure DNS
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Free plan Record5.8 Visit It is intended for enterprises and managed service providers that need DNS filtering and visibility for users and devices on and off their networks.
12
OpenDNS Home
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Free plan Record5.8 Visit OpenDNS Home suits home internet users who want customizable filtering and protection across devices connected to their network.
14
DNS for Family
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 Free plan Record5.4 Visit DNS for Family may suit households seeking domain filtering across computers, phones, browsers, and routers.
15
Yandex DNS
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 Free plan Record5.4 Visit Yandex DNS may suit people seeking free DNS filtering on personal devices or supported routers.
16
Quad9
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 Free plan Record5.3 Visit Quad9 is intended for users ranging from home households to large enterprises who want malicious-domain blocking at the DNS level.
17
OpenDNS FamilyShield
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Free plan Record5.2 Visit FamilyShield may suit households seeking DNS-based adult-content filtering and phishing protection for devices connected to the home network.
20
RethinkDNS
AndroidWeb $1.75 a month Record5.0 Visit RethinkDNS suits Android users who want configurable DNS blocking, app-level firewall rules, and per-app network reports.
25
GoGuardian DNS
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 — Record4.5 Visit GoGuardian DNS is intended for K-12 schools and districts managing mixed-device networks.
Before you choose
Check platform support
Match the service's supported platforms to the devices you use. Listed platforms include web, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and Linux.
A service may cover a mix of these platforms, so check its listing before you choose.
Compare filtering controls
Compare malware blocking, ad blocking and adult content filtering when those controls matter to you.
Custom blocklists can add your own domains or rules. Per-device policies can apply different settings across devices.
Review logs and analytics
Activity logs show recorded filtering activity. An analytics dashboard presents service information in a dashboard view.
Check which of these visibility tools matches the way you want to review DNS activity.
Check plans and trials
Pricing options include free plans, paid plans and paid plans with prices shown from a starting amount. A provider may instead list pricing on request.
Free trials are available as a listed option. Check the stated trial terms before starting.
Consider open-source code
Open-source code is available as a listed option in this category. If code access matters to you, check the service's licensing details before choosing.
Questions
Do DNS filtering services offer free plans?
A free plan is a listed pricing option for services that provide one. Other entries use paid or freemium pricing.
Which platforms can these services run on?
Listed platforms include web, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and Linux. Check the service entry for its supported platform.
Are free trials available?
A free trial is a listed option for some pricing plans. Trial terms and durations differ by provider.
What filtering features can I compare?
The comparison covers malware blocking, ad blocking, adult content filtering, per-device policies and custom blocklists.
Do listings include activity visibility tools?
Yes. Activity logs and an analytics dashboard are comparison fields for DNS filtering services.
Is open-source code available?
Open-source code is a listed option in this category. Check the individual service details for its code and licence information.
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