PowerDNS Recursor
6.0#13 in dns server softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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Technitium DNS Server
6.6#2 in dns server softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | PowerDNS Recursor | Technitium DNS Server |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Recursor can be installed on bare metal, virtual machines, or as a virtualized or cloud-native network function. | Downloads are offered for Windows, Linux, macOS, and Raspberry Pi arm7; an official Docker image is also available. |
| Intended users | PowerDNS describes Recursor as a DNS service for internet service providers and their subscribers, and says it is used in large-scale DNS deployments. | The help page describes it as aimed at self-hosting for privacy and security, software development and testing, and small to medium networks. |
| Purpose | PowerDNS Recursor is a recursive DNS resolver and caching server that resolves client queries through the global DNS system. | It is an open source authoritative and recursive DNS server for self-hosting, privacy, and security. |
| Security | The Recursor supports DNSSEC processing and validation, with configurable validation modes. | It supports DNSSEC validation and signed zones, and provides DNS rebinding attack protection through an app. |
| Support | Commercial support offers multiple SLA-defined service levels, including office-hours and 24/7 availability; community users have separate support resources. | The maker lists email support, a user manual and FAQ, and a Reddit community. |
PowerDNS Recursor plans
- PowerDNS Recursor (open-source)Free
Technitium DNS Server plans
- Technitium DNS ServerFree
Pick PowerDNS Recursor if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Technitium DNS Server if…
It suits people self-hosting DNS for privacy or security, as well as software developers and small to medium networks. It is available across several operating systems and as a Docker image.