djbdns vs Knot Resolver
djbdns
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| Figure | djbdns | Knot Resolver |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Spec score · DNS Server Software | 7.7 (#8) | 7.7 (#10) |
| Purpose | djbdns is a collection of tools for DNS caching, serving, client lookups, and debugging. | Knot Resolver is a caching DNS resolver scalable from huge resolver farms down to home network routers. |
| Support | The maker points users to the dns mailing list and says third-party commercial support is available. | Users can choose free support through public channels or professional support with SLA and NDA. |
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