ClearDNS
7.0#10 in internet filtering softwareFrom $5.99 a monthAndroidiOSWebLinux
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What both publish
| Fact | ClearDNS | NextDNS |
|---|---|---|
| Encrypted DNS | ClearDNS supports DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS for encrypted DNS connections. | NextDNS supports DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS and says setup works across home, cellular, work and public Wi-Fi networks. |
| Support | The site lists [email protected] for questions. | The pricing page lists community support for Free and Pro, and email support for Business and Education. |
| Threat protection | Its DNS-level protection blocks malware, phishing, and cryptojacking. | Its listed protections include malware and phishing, cryptojacking, DNS rebinding, IDN homographs, typosquatting, domain generation algorithms, and newly registered domains. |
ClearDNS plans
- Essential$5.99 a month
- Analyze$9.99 a month
- Stream$10.99 a month
- Full$14.99 a month
NextDNS plans
- FreeFree
- Pro£1.79 a month
- Business£17.90 a month
- Education£17.90 a month
Pick ClearDNS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick NextDNS if…
NextDNS suits people seeking threat, ad, and tracker blocking across devices, as well as households wanting internet controls for children. Its logging choices may also suit users who want to configure retention or turn logging off.