BIND 9
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VisitBIND 9 vs Pi-hole
What both publish
| Fact | BIND 9 | Pi-hole |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | BIND 9 is DNS name server software used by enterprises and service providers as a platform for distributed computing systems. | Pi-hole is a DNS sinkhole that protects devices from unwanted content without installing client-side software. |
| Support | ISC offers paid support with service levels and private expert support, while community help is available through public user mailing lists. | The project is maintained by volunteer developers and accepts donations, issue reports, feature suggestions, and pull requests. |
BIND 9 plans
- BIND 9 open sourceFree
- ISC support subscriptionPriced on request
Pi-hole plans
- Pi-holeFree
Pick BIND 9 if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Pi-hole if…
Pi-hole suits people who want DNS-based content blocking for an entire network and can run software on supported Linux hardware or in Docker. It also fits users who want configurable filtering, query reporting, or API access.