From DIY Pi-hole Hell to NextDNS Nirvana: A $20 Solution
2025-02-19
The author initially used a Raspberry Pi to set up a Pi-hole ad blocker. While easy to set up and user-friendly, it frequently caused network outages, requiring constant troubleshooting and consuming significant time. Eventually, the author switched to NextDNS, a SaaS service, resolving all issues for $20/year. This eliminated the need for tedious maintenance and troubleshooting, providing a more stable ad-blocking experience. The author concludes that the cost is well worth the time and effort saved.
Development
Ad Blocking