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NextDNS vs DNS4EU: catalog facts
NextDNSDNS4EU
Freemium

A free tier with a monthly query allowance is available. Paid plans remove the limit.

Free

Free public service for individuals, with separate offerings for institutions and…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Very granular blocklists and per-device profiles with detailed analytics
  • Encrypted DNS support on every platform, including router-level setup
  • No software or agent to install, only a DNS address to set
  • Resolution runs on EU infrastructure under EU rules
  • Filtering happens on their infrastructure, so they resolve your queries
  • The free tier is limited to a monthly query allowance
  • Filtering is fixed per variant, with no custom block lists for individuals
  • Relies on trusting a third-party resolver with your queries
Hosted service Hosted service
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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