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NextDNS vs Safe Surfer: catalog facts
NextDNSSafe Surfer
Freemium

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

Paid

Paid service with a free trial.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Android, iOS, Web
  • Very granular blocklists and per-device profiles with detailed analytics
  • Encrypted DNS support on every platform, including router-level setup
  • Router setup covers the whole home network
  • Mobile apps protect devices away from home
  • Filtering happens on their infrastructure, so they resolve your queries
  • The free tier is limited to a monthly query allowance
  • Paid subscription after the trial
  • Browsing history is visible to the service
Hosted service Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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