MaraDNS
6.0#12 in dns server softwareFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hostedWindows
VisitMaraDNS vs Pi-hole
What both publish
| Fact | MaraDNS | Pi-hole |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | MaraDNS is an open-source DNS server that provides DNS, the internet’s directory service for translating names into IP addresses. | Pi-hole is a DNS sinkhole that protects devices from unwanted content without installing client-side software. |
| Support | The project’s support forum is hosted on GitHub and requires a GitHub account. | The project is maintained by volunteer developers and accepts donations, issue reports, feature suggestions, and pull requests. |
MaraDNS plans
- MaraDNSFree
Pi-hole plans
- Pi-holeFree
Pick MaraDNS 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.