Google vs Mullvad DNS

Choosing between Google and Mullvad? Here is a data-driven comparison based on our probe network monitoring 109,644+ DNS servers.

Last updated March 26, 2026

Head-to-Head Comparison

Feature	Google	Mullvad
Primary IP	`8.8.8.8`	`194.242.2.2`
Secondary IP	`8.8.4.4`	`194.242.2.3`
Latency (probe)	30ms	N/A
Reliability	100%	N/A
DNSSEC	Yes	No
DNS-over-TLS	Yes	Yes
DNS-over-HTTPS	Yes	Yes
NXDOMAIN Hijacking	Clean	Clean
Logging Policy	Temporary logs purged within 24-48 hours	No logs, no accounts required

Verdict

Based on our monitoring data, here is how Google and Mullvad compare across key categories:

Category	Winner
Speed	Test from your location
Privacy	Tie
Security	Google
Gaming	Test from your location

Overall: Google leads in 1 of 4 categories. However, real-world performance depends on your location. We recommend testing both.

Test Both From Your Location

Our Gaming Benchmark tests latency to Google, Mullvad, and 49 other servers from your browser. Find which one is actually faster for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Google or Mullvad DNS faster?

Speed depends on your location. Google (8.8.8.8) shows 30ms from our European probe, while Mullvad (194.242.2.2) shows N/A. Use our Gaming Benchmark to test both from your actual location.

Which is more private, Google or Mullvad?

Compare their logging policies, encrypted DNS support (DoH/DoT), and DNSSEC validation in the table above. Both are major providers, but their privacy approaches differ.

Can I use Google and Mullvad together?

Yes. Most devices let you set a primary and secondary DNS. You could use 8.8.8.8 as primary and 194.242.2.2 as secondary for redundancy.

How do I switch from Google to Mullvad?

Change your DNS settings to 194.242.2.2 (primary) and 194.242.2.3 (secondary). See our platform-specific guides for step-by-step instructions.