Athena: Firewall DNS AdBlocker vs OpenDNS Updater
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
Athena: Firewall DNS AdBlocker
Athena Firewall combines powerful DNS-based ad blocking with complete network control. Block ads, trackers, and unwanted connections across all apps. Works with Root, Shizuku, or VPN mode - choose what fits your device. ✓ DNS ad & tracker blocking ✓ Custom & pre-made blocklists ✓ Per-app firewall rules ✓ Root, Shizuku & VPN modes ✓ Network monitor & kill switch ✓ Material 3 design 🚫 DNS AD BLOCKING & FILTERING Stop ads and trackers before they load with powerful DNS filtering. Block ads in apps, games, and browsers system-wide. - DNS-based ad & tracker blocking - Pre-made blocklists (AdGuard, Steven Black, more) - Custom blocklists - add your own URLs - Auto-update blocklists daily - Custom DNS servers (Cloudflare, Quad9, AdGuard DNS, custom) - Block specific domains manually - Allow/block by IP address - DNS request logging - See every DNS query in real-time 🔥 FIREWALL - THREE POWERFUL MODES Choose the mode that works for YOUR device: ROOT MODE (Rooted devices) - Direct iptables firewall control - Most powerful option - System-level blocking - Maximum control SHIZUKU MODE (No root needed) - Advanced features without rooting - Enhanced firewall capabilities - Works with Shizuku app - Power user features VPN MODE (Any device) - Works on stock Android - Local VPN only (no external servers) - No root or Shizuku needed - Privacy-focused 🔒 PER-APP NETWORK CONTROL Control exactly which apps can access the internet. Block apps individually or by category. - Block apps from WiFi or mobile data - Separate rules for WiFi/data - Whitelist or blacklist mode - System app control - Show offline apps - Track install source - Real-time connection monitoring - Connection logs per app - See app permissions Perfect for stopping background data usage, preventing tracking, and saving battery. 📊 ADVANCED MONITORING Watch your network activity in real-time with comprehensive logging and monitoring. - Status bar network monitor - Real-time connection logs - DNS query logs - Per-app connection history - See which domains apps contact - Export logs for analysis - Live traffic statistics - Bandwidth usage tracking 📡 NETWORK SECURITY FEATURES - Kill switch block all traffic when firewall stops - Allow local network IPs (for printers, smart home) - Block specific IP addresses - Screen protection bypass - VPN slot functions - Auto-start on boot - Background protection 🎨 MODERN MATERIAL 3 DESIGN - Material You dynamic colors - AMOLED dark theme (true black) - Clean, intuitive interface - Smooth animations - Tablet optimized - Multi-language support 🌐 CUSTOM DNS CONTROL Take full control of your DNS for privacy and speed. - Custom DNS servers (DoH coming soon) - Popular DNS providers built-in: - Custom DNS IPs - DNS leak protection - Encrypted DNS queries (roadmap) - Change DNS per network 🛡️ PRIVACY & OPEN SOURCE - 100% open-source (GPL) - No data collection - No analytics or tracking - No ads anywhere - Community-driven 🔧 POWER USER FEATURES - Import/export blocklists - Backup/restore settings - Root OR non-root operation - Shizuku integration - Detailed logging - Custom filtering rules - Advanced DNS options - Developer options ⚡ LIGHTWEIGHT & EFFICIENT - Minimal battery drain - Low memory footprint - Runs efficiently in background - Optimized for performance - No bloat - focused features 📱 PERFECT FOR: - Blocking ads in apps & games - Stopping trackers & analytics - Reducing mobile data usage - Privacy-conscious users - Parents controlling kid's devices - Developers & security researchers - Users who want DNS control - Anyone wanting network visibility - Rooted AND non-rooted devices 🎯 USE CASES Stop App Tracking: Block analytics and trackers in all apps Save Mobile Data: Block ads = less data used Parent Controls: Block inappropriate domains Gaming: Block ads in free games Privacy:Stop apps phoning home Security Research: Monitor all connections Custom Blocking: Block specific domains/IPs
OpenDNS Updater
* Quick presentation OpenDNS Updater is an extremely easy to use android app to perform dynamic IP updates on OpenDNS services. * Presentation OpenDns is a very famous DNS service used by a lot of people, but not everybody knows that they also provide some filtering product for individuals. This type of service is free and can be very useful to filter websites such as porn, phishing, malware, and many other category. The service rely on your external IP to perform filter actions. Why an android application for a DNS service ? As I said on the previous line, the service rely on your external IP address, so when you change access point or start using mobile data, you request will not be filtered. Updater exist for almost Windows, Mac and Linux, but not for Android or IOS. ( https://support.opendns.com/hc/en-us/articles/227988607-OpenDNS-Compatible-Dynamic-DNS-DDNS-Clients ) * Other informations This is an open source project; For more information on the app and the source code, please go to android.guillaumevillena.fr.
| Feature | Athena: Firewall DNS AdBlocker | OpenDNS Updater |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0-only | MIT |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHub |
| Categories | Password ManagerFirewallBrowser | Password ManagerFirewallBrowser |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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