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NordVPN

9.5/10

Fastest mainstream VPN with Threat Protection

Highest ProductsVerdict Score™ among the 2 products selected. Best for: Most users.

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AttributeProton VPNNordVPN
Score8.9/109.5/10
Rating
4.6
4.8
Price$4.99/mo$3.39/mo
Free trialFree plan30-day money-back
Best forPrivacy maximalistsMost users
Top features
  • Free unlimited-data tier
  • Secure Core (Swiss/Iceland routing)
  • Open-source apps
  • WireGuard + Stealth
  • 6,300+ servers / 111 countries
  • NordLynx (WireGuard) protocol
  • Threat Protection malware blocker
  • Meshnet & dedicated IP
Pros
  • Best free tier in the market
  • Open-source & frequent audits
  • Strong Swiss jurisdiction
  • Fastest WireGuard speeds in 2026 tests
  • Audited no-logs (PwC 2024)
  • Strong streaming unblocking
Cons
  • Free servers can be slow
  • Streaming unblocking less consistent
  • Higher renewal pricing
  • macOS app slightly behind Windows
Best use caseActivists & journalists, Free privacy, Linux usersStreaming, Privacy, Travel
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