NextDNS
Configurable private DNS that blocks ads and trackers on all your devices, including mobile.
Description
NextDNS is a configurable private DNS that blocks ads, trackers and malicious domains at the network level. You set it up on your router or devices, and protection applies everywhere: browser, apps, games. Blocklists are customizable. The free plan allows 300,000 queries per month. The stats interface shows exactly what was blocked.
Strengths
- Very granular configuration
- Works on all devices
- Optional encrypted logs
Limitations
- Not open source server-side
- Cloud service dependency
- Limited free plan
Recommended for
- Network-level ad and tracker blocking
- Family/children protection
Compared to alternatives
NextDNS is the most configurable with customizable blocklists. AdGuard DNS is simpler to set up. Both block ads and trackers at the network level.