Here’s a comparison table of the top VPNs. ExpressVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark, CyberGhost, Private Internet Access (PIA), IPVanish, and PrivateVPN. All are covering their features, pricing, pros, and cons:
| VPN Provider | Features | Monthly Pricing (approx.) | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ExpressVPN | 3,000+ servers in 94 countries, AES-256 encryption, no-logs, Lightway protocol | $12.95/mo ($6.67/mo yearly) | Ultra-fast speeds, excellent for streaming, very reliable, user-friendly apps | Pricier than competitors |
| NordVPN | 5,500+ servers in 60 countries, NordLynx protocol, CyberSec, Meshnet | $12.99/mo ($4.59/mo yearly) | A desktop app can feel bulky | The interface is not very intuitive |
| Surfshark | 3,200+ servers in 100+ countries, CleanWeb, unlimited devices | $12.95/mo ($2.49/mo 2-yr plan) | Affordable, great for families (unlimited devices), strong security | Occasional speed drops |
| CyberGhost | 11,000+ servers in 100+ countries, specialized streaming servers | $12.99/mo ($2.19/mo 2-yr plan) | Great for beginners, long server list, optimized for streaming | Not as customizable as others |
| PIA | 35,000+ servers in 91 countries, customizable encryption, open-source | $11.95/mo ($2.03/mo 3-yr plan) | Very affordable, strong transparency, highly customizable | Strong security features, fast and stable, and advanced privacy tools |
| IPVanish | 2,200+ servers in 75+ locations, no-logs, SOCKS5 proxy | $12.99/mo ($3.33/mo yearly) | Strong performance, unlimited connections, great for torrenting | Based in the US (Five Eyes jurisdiction) |
| PrivateVPN | 200+ servers in 63 countries, Stealth VPN, port forwarding | $9.90/mo ($2.00/mo yearly) | The interface not very intuitive | Smaller server network, slower speeds |
