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CyberGhost vs ProtonVPN

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

CyberGhost

6.0
Security & Privacy

VPN client

ProtonVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client focusing on security

Metric CyberGhost ProtonVPN
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 33 1.9K
90-day Installs 89 5.6K
365-day Installs 519 19.3K
Version 8.4.3,224 6.5.0
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 3.4K
GitHub Forks 445
Open Issues 78
License GPL-3.0
Language Kotlin
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago
First Seen Feb 17, 2019 Apr 25, 2018

Reviews

CyberGhost

CyberGhost is a VPN client that offers secure internet access with a focus on privacy. It has a history of corporate changes and legal issues, which may impact user trust.

Provides a VPN service to secure internet connections.

Pros

  • + Secure internet connections
  • + Focus on privacy
  • + Reputation from past acquisitions

Cons

  • - Concerns about post-acquisition policies
  • - Legal issues
  • - Lack of auto-updates

ProtonVPN

ProtonVPN is a security-focused VPN client offering open-source transparency, WireGuard support, and partnerships with major browsers. Ideal for users prioritizing privacy and security.

Provides a VPN service with a focus on security and privacy.

Pros

  • + Open-source with transparent audits
  • + WireGuard protocol support
  • + Partnerships with Mozilla and Firefox
  • + Strong focus on security and privacy
  • + Active development and updates

Cons

  • - MacOS app details sourced from Android repo
  • - Outstanding DNS leak issue