AdGuard Home vs Pi-hole
Comparing two open source alternatives to Pi-hole . Use the comparison below to decide which one fits your needs.
AdGuard Home
GPL-3.0Network-wide DNS-based ad and tracker blocker with parental controls, DNS rewrites, and detailed query logging.
Pi-hole
GPL-3.0Network-wide DNS-based ad blocking that protects all devices on your network, including Smart TVs and IoT devices.
Side-by-side comparison
| AdGuard Home | Pi-hole | |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Self-hostable | Yes | Yes |
| GitHub Stars | 35,126 | 59,453 |
| Forks | 2,410 | 3,229 |
| Open Issues | 1,252 | 43 |
| Last Commit | Jun 26, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 |
| First Released | Jul 6, 2016 | Jun 8, 2014 |
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