NordVPN vs ProtonVPN
Pick any two tools to get a head-to-head breakdown.
Overall rating
★★★★★
4.8/5
★★★★★
4.6/5
Starting price
$3.99/mo
$4.99/mo
Speed
9/10
7/10
Privacy
9/10
10/10
Value for money
8/10
9/10
Ease of use
9/10
8/10
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Pros
- 5400+ servers worldwide
- Double VPN feature
- Built-in malware blocker
- Fully open source
- Free unlimited tier
- Swiss jurisdiction
- No ads ever
Cons
- Slightly pricier than Surfshark
- Desktop app can feel heavy
- Speeds slower than NordVPN
- No split tunnelling on free
Verdict
NordVPN is our top pick for most users — great speeds, strong privacy, and an easy-to-use app.
ProtonVPN is the most trustworthy VPN available. If privacy is your top priority, this is the one.