I run my own DNS at home now, and Pi-hole isn't the one I'd recommend anymore
The author explains that while Pi-hole has been a popular choice for home DNS filtering, he has switched to using Unbound on his OPNsense firewall. He argues that Unbound offers better integration and performance for a home lab setup. He notes that Pi-hole remains suitable for beginners but may add unnecessary complexity in more advanced configurations.
- ▪Pi-hole is widely recommended for home DNS and ad‑blocking because it is easy to set up and use.
- ▪The author migrated from Pi-hole to Unbound running on an OPNsense firewall, citing improved functionality for his home lab.
- ▪Unbound integrates directly into the firewall, eliminating the need for a separate filtering device.
- ▪Pi-hole remains a viable option for simple or beginner deployments.
- ▪Consolidating DNS services onto the firewall can streamline network management and reduce hardware overhead.
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