NordVPN vs. Proton VPN

Comparison of NordVPN and Proton VPN
Real cost
	NordVPN Fast, with a large server network and many extras. Long plans cost far less per month.	Proton VPN A privacy-focused VPN with open-source apps and a real free plan. Paid plans add speed and servers.
Price	13 € per month	10 € per month
Payment	Subscription	Subscription
Trial	No trial	No trial
Free Tier	No free tier	Free plan with fewer servers and no choice of country
Open Source	No	Yes
Features and limits
Main Features	Large server network Fast connections Threat protection Kill switch Several devices at once	Free plan without data cap Open-source apps Strong privacy focus Kill switch Secure core routing
Limits	Monthly price is higher than long plans	The free plan has fewer servers Slower than the fastest paid rivals on some routes
Compatibility and trust
Supported Operating Systems	WindowsmacOS	WindowsmacOS
Verified on	22 Oct 2026	8 Sep 2026
Where to buy
Vendor	Go to vendor’s site: NordVPN (opens in a new tab) Subscription. Approximate list price in euros, check the vendor.	Go to vendor’s site: Proton VPN (opens in a new tab) Free plan; paid plans per month. Approximate list price in euros, check the vendor.

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