VPN Comparison

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Select up to 3 VPN services to compare server networks, security protocols, privacy policies, and pricing side by side.

15VPN Services
30+Comparison Points
Side-by-SideAnalysis
Proxies
Browsers
VPNs
Mullvad VPN

Mullvad VPN

4.8
(2)
WindowsmacOSLinux+2
Proton VPN

Proton VPN

4.7
(4)
WindowsmacOSLinux+3
NordVPN

NordVPN

4.6
(6)
WindowsmacOSLinux+5
Comparison
Mullvad VPN
Proton VPN
NordVPN
Rating
4.8
4.7
4.6
Starting Price€5/mo$4.49/mo$3.59/mo
Free Plan
Servers800+4,800+6,400+
Countries4491111
Connections5 devices10 devices10 devices
No-Logs Policy
Kill Switch
Protocols
WireGuardOpenVPN
WireGuardOpenVPNIKEv2Stealth
NordLynxOpenVPNIKEv2/IPsec
Platforms
WindowsmacOSLinuxiOSAndroid
WindowsmacOSLinuxiOSAndroid+1
WindowsmacOSLinuxiOSAndroid+3
Key Features
Features
  • Anonymous account system (no email required)
  • RAM-only diskless servers
  • WireGuard and OpenVPN support
  • Multi-hop connections
  • SOCKS5 proxy support
  • Accepts cash and crypto payments
  • Open-source client applications
  • Independent security audits by Cure53
  • Fully open-source apps with public audits
  • Free plan with no data limits or ads
  • Secure Core multi-hop routing
  • NetShield DNS-based ad and malware blocker
  • Built-in Tor over VPN support
  • VPN Accelerator for speed optimization
  • Swiss jurisdiction with strong privacy laws
  • 10 Gbps server network
  • NordLynx proprietary protocol for speed
  • Threat Protection (ads, trackers, malware blocking)
  • 6,400+ servers in 111 countries
  • Dark Web Monitor for breach alerts
  • Meshnet for private device networking
  • Double VPN for extra encryption
  • Dedicated IP option available
  • 24/7 live chat customer support
✅ Pros
Highlights
  • Truly anonymous — no email or personal info required
  • Flat €5/month pricing with no commitments
  • RAM-only servers ensure zero data retention
  • Independently audited security infrastructure
  • Significant contributor to WireGuard development
  • Best free VPN plan available (no data limits)
  • Fully open-source and independently audited
  • Swiss-based with strong legal privacy protection
  • Excellent security with Secure Core routing
  • No ads or tracking even on free plan
  • Industry-leading speed with NordLynx protocol
  • Excellent security with audited no-logs policy
  • Massive server network across 111 countries
  • Advanced features like Threat Protection and Meshnet
  • Supports 10 simultaneous connections
⚠️ Cons
Drawbacks
  • Only 5 simultaneous connections
  • Smaller server network than competitors
  • No streaming-optimized servers
  • Limited customer support options
  • No mobile app on iOS until recently
  • Free plan limited to servers in 5 countries
  • Speeds can be slower than NordVPN or ExpressVPN
  • Interface less polished than some competitors
  • No dedicated IP option available
  • No free plan available
  • Monthly pricing is expensive
  • Occasional slow connections on distant servers
  • Linux app lacks GUI