DNS.COM Intelligent DNS review
A free authoritative DNS service with geo- and ISP-based routing; paid plans add higher limits.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
DNS.COM Intelligent DNS is an authoritative DNS service for individuals and teams that need answers steered by a request’s geographic source or ISP. It also supports weighted resolution across multiple IP addresses, routing profiles for providers and regions, DNS round-robin, IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack, global multi-node routing, and DNS attack protection. Its stated fit spans solo users through enterprise teams, though the listed plan limits may matter when comparing needs.
The free version binds 1 domain and lists QPS protection of 20 ten thousand, a 300s minimum TTL, and DNS round-robin for 5. Enterprise costs $32.95 per month and keeps the 1-domain limit while increasing QPS protection to 500 ten thousand, lowering minimum TTL to 10s, raising DNS round-robin to 15, and adding URL forwarding for 10. Ultimate Edition is $415 per month, with QPS protection of 1000 ten thousand, a 1s minimum TTL, round-robin for 50, and URL forwarding for 15; it also lists 1 bound domain. Customized version offers custom limits and load balancing, 24/7 dedicated customer service, and 7 types of customized smart lines.
The central strength is straightforward traffic steering: buyers can combine geography or ISP criteria with weighted answers and multiple routing profiles. Web and API access, alongside cloud deployment, suit teams managing DNS through a service interface or programmatically. Email, chat, and ticket support are listed, with 24/7 support indicated. Choose it when those routing methods and the free or paid limits fit the requirement. Teams whose decision depends on health checks, failover, DNSSEC, or query logging should compare alternatives against those needs before selecting a plan.
DNS.COM Intelligent DNS pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Routes DNS answers by geography or ISP, with weighted resolution
- Offers routing profiles, DNS round-robin, and IPv4/IPv6 support
- Includes a free version and global multi-node routing
- Where it doesn't
- Paid plans start at $32.95/month
- Each listed plan binds 1 domain
- Routing choices are centered on geography, ISP, and weighted answers
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