Replaces
NextDNS
Save
1.99 €/mo
23.88 €/year saved
What is Pi-hole?
Pi-hole is a network-level ad and tracker blocker that acts as a DNS sinkhole. Once configured, every device on your network automatically benefits from ad blocking - phones, tablets, smart TVs, IoT devices - without installing anything on each device.
Key Features
Network-wide ad blocking
DNS-level filtering
Beautiful dashboard
Query logging
Custom blocklists
DHCP server
Why Self-Host Pi-hole?
DNS-level blocking is the most effective way to block ads and trackers across all devices. Self-hosting Pi-hole gives you complete control over what gets blocked and full visibility into DNS queries on your network.
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Pi-hole vs NextDNS
| Feature | Pi-hole (Self-hosted) | NextDNS |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | €20/yr (Seed.box Premium) | 23.88 €/year |
| Data ownership | 100% yours | Their servers |
| Privacy | Complete privacy | Data collection |
| Vendor lock-in | None - export anytime | Difficult migration |
| Storage limit | Your server capacity | Plan-dependent |
NextDNS limitations:
- Query limits on free tier
- DNS queries go to their servers
- Limited customization
- Dependent on their infrastructure
