Control D
8.1#4 in internet filtering softwareFrom $2 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitControl D vs InterSafe WebFilter
InterSafe WebFilter
6.3#38 in internet filtering softwareFrom ¥50,000 a yearWebLinuxWindows
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| Fact | Control D | InterSafe WebFilter |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2021 | 1990 |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Canada | Tokyo, Japan |
| Integrations | Documented integrations include Asus Merlin, DD-WRT, Firewalla, OpenWRT, pfSense, OPNsense, Ubiquiti, Synology, major operating systems, browsers, RMM tools and Tailscale. | The supported integrations listed include Active Directory, Oracle Directory Server, OpenLDAP, Blue Coat, Squid, A10 Thunder, BIG-IP, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and Slack. |
| Product | Control D is a customizable DNS filtering and traffic redirection platform that can block or redirect domains, services, and browsing activity. | InterSafe WebFilter is a gateway-based web and URL filtering product for businesses that controls client PCs’ web access using a URL database. |
| Support | The pricing comparison lists email and community support, an AI assistant, and live engineer sessions for some plans. | The price-list notes say support is provided by telephone and email, and ALSI’s support page directs technical questions to its support inquiry form. |
Control D plans
- SMB$2 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- MSP / ChannelPriced on request
- School / Non-profitPriced on request
InterSafe WebFilter plans
- InterSafe WebFilter (1–5 terminals, 1-year contract)¥50,000 a year
Pick Control D if…
It suits individuals, IT administrators, SMBs, and enterprises seeking configurable DNS security and internet controls. The range of integrations and API access may also suit teams managing multiple systems.
Pick InterSafe WebFilter if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.