Control D
8.1#4 in internet filtering softwareFrom $2 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitControl D vs Safe Surfer
Safe Surfer
6.8#17 in dns filtering servicesAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Control D | Safe Surfer |
|---|---|---|
| Filtering | Control D offers 20 content categories, custom rules, and more than 1,000 premade services that can be blocked or unblocked. | It can block 50+ categories, including pornography, ads, malware, social media, games, and gambling, and lets account owners add sites to block or allow. |
| Founded | 2021 | 2016 |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Canada | New Zealand |
| Support | The pricing comparison lists email and community support, an AI assistant, and live engineer sessions for some plans. | The site links to a helpdesk and offers chat for questions about plans. |
Control D plans
- SMB$2 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- MSP / ChannelPriced on request
- School / Non-profitPriced on request
Safe Surfer plans
- Pro Surfer—
- Pro Surfer for Organizations—
- Pro Surfer for Organizations (Yearly)—
- Pro Surfer (Yearly)—
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 Safe Surfer if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.