Radio Silence
6.4#9 in personal firewalls$9 one-timemacOS
VisitRadio Silence vs RethinkDNS
RethinkDNS
7.1#10 in dns filtering servicesFrom $1.75 a monthFree planAndroidWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Radio Silence | RethinkDNS |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Privacy | The app does not send personal data or usage statistics to the developer. | The privacy policy says the Android app does not collect, sell, license, or share data, and that the F-Droid build has no trackers, ads, spyware, or loggers. |
| Support | The maker provides installation and troubleshooting guides in its documentation. | The FAQ directs users to email, Telegram, or Matrix for support questions. |
Radio Silence plans
- Personal$9, paid once
- Team$49, paid once
RethinkDNS plans
- Rethink DNS + Firewall appFree
- Rethink Proxy Network (RPN)$1.75 a month
Pick Radio Silence if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick RethinkDNS if…
It suits Android users who want app-level network controls, configurable domain blocking, and connection reports. The optional RPN plan may suit users seeking multi-location VPN connections.