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 | 37,342 | 61,225 |
| Forks | 2,539 | 3,319 |
| Open Issues | 1,249 | 47 |
| Last Commit | Oct 8, 2026 | Oct 10, 2026 |
| First Released | Jul 6, 2016 | Jun 8, 2014 |
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GitHub stars over time
GitHub stars over time
AdGuard Home37,342
Pi-hole