Looking for a Networking / Infrastructure Alternative?
Meet blocky
Fast and lightweight DNS proxy as ad-blocker for local network with many features (alternative to Pi-hole).
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Average Networking / Infrastructure pricing is ~$15/user/month
5-Year Projected Savings
$0
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Networking / Infrastructure vs blocky: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Networking / Infrastructure Paid SaaS | blocky Open Source |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | Per-user pricing | Free (hosting only) |
| Data Ownership | ||
| Privacy Control | ||
| Self-Hosted Option | ||
| No Vendor Lock-in | ||
| Source Code Access | ||
| Customizable | Limited | Fully |
| Automatic Updates | Manual | |
| Managed Infrastructure | ||
| Official Support | Community |
Community activity and technical details from the blocky repository
License
Apache License 2.0
Open source license for commercial use
Forks
258
Community-maintained copies
Primary Languages
Why Switch from Networking / Infrastructure to blocky?
Complete Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access, no data mining, and full compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
No Per-User Pricing
Pay only for hosting (~$5-20/month), regardless of team size. Add unlimited users without increasing your costs.
Full Customization
Access the source code and customize blocky to fit your exact workflow. No feature limitations or paywalls.
No Vendor Lock-in
Export your data anytime. Move between hosting providers freely. Your business isn't dependent on a single vendor.
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