FlashStart
The world's fastest content filter for secure browsing
Ranked #2 in Best web filtering software, and on 1 more ranking.
FlashStart provides cloud-based DNS security powered by AI to block malware and inappropriate content. It offers uncompromising protection designed for modern, connected networks worldwide.
At a glance
| Best for | MSPs, ISPs, and enterprises |
From FlashStart's own website.
Company facts
| Social profiles | LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube |
Facilities and features
Its website also mentions:
- Published pricing
- Integrations
What stands out
The product is ranked as the world's fastest protective DNS resolver.
“We're ranked #1 globally according to DNSPerf.com. No other filter is faster.”FlashStart, own website
The product features a global Anycast network with 99.98% guaranteed uptime.
“Ultra-fast Anycast network 99.98% uptime — among the top five DNS resolvers in the world for speed and reliability.”FlashStart, own website
How it ranks
FlashStart is ranked 2nd of 10 in Best web filtering software (Lister Score 88.0) and 4th of 10 in Web filtering software for small businesses (Lister Score 88.0).
#2 in Best web filtering software · Lister Score 88.0
FlashStart provides next-generation internet protection using AI-driven DNS filtering. It offers uncompromising security designed for modern connected networks.
Delivers ultra-fast DNS-based content filtering with minimal latency.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 16; buying information on its own site 12.
“Our mission is to protect people in the digital world by providing web filtering and cybersecurity tools that prevent online threats and promote responsible internet use—without technical complexity and without compromising on quality.”FlashStart, own website
| Rank | Best web filtering software | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SafeDNS | 90.0 |
| 2 | FlashStart | 88.0 |
| 3 | Mobicip | 88.0 |
| 4 | Sophos XG Firewall | 88.0 |
| 5 | TitanHQ | 88.0 |
| 6 | Netskope | 84.0 |
| 7 | Qustodio | 84.0 |
| 8 | ThreatLocker | 82.0 |
| 9 | Palo Alto Networks | 80.0 |
| 10 | Netsweeper | 78.0 |
#4 in Web filtering software for small businesses · Lister Score 88.0
Built for MSPs, ISPs, and enterprises.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 16; buying information on its own site 12.
“Our mission is to protect people in the digital world by providing web filtering and cybersecurity tools that prevent online threats and promote responsible internet use—without technical complexity and without compromising on quality.”FlashStart, own website
“FlashStart’s solutions are highly scalable, making them suitable for organizations of all sizes, in any sector, from small businesses to..”FlashStart, own website
| Rank | Web filtering software for small businesses | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DNSFilter | 98.0 |
| 2 | Guardz | 98.0 |
| 3 | SafeDNS | 90.0 |
| 4 | FlashStart | 88.0 |
| 5 | TitanHQ | 88.0 |
| 6 | ADAMnetworks | 84.0 |
| 7 | Netgate | 84.0 |
| 8 | Lockwell | 82.0 |
| 9 | NextDNS | 82.0 |
| 10 | quickheal.co.in | 82.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How does FlashStart rank on Lister?
FlashStart is ranked 2nd of 10 in Best web filtering software (Lister Score 88.0) and 4th of 10 in Web filtering software for small businesses (Lister Score 88.0).