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IVPN vs ProtonVPN

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

IVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client

ProtonVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client focusing on security

Metric IVPN ProtonVPN
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 7.5 7.5
30-day Installs 32 1.9K
90-day Installs 82 5.6K
365-day Installs 294 19.3K
Version 3.15.6 6.5.0
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 549 3.4K
GitHub Forks 112 445
Open Issues 21 78
License GPL-3.0 GPL-3.0
Language Swift Kotlin
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Jan 24, 2015 Apr 25, 2018

Reviews

IVPN

IVPN is a VPN client that provides secure and reliable connectivity, ideal for users prioritizing privacy and security. It offers features like multihop and is based in Malta, known for its privacy-friendly laws.

IVPN connects users to secure VPN servers to protect their online privacy and security.

Pros

  • + Provides strong security and privacy features
  • + Auto-updates for the latest features and security patches
  • + Open-source with GPL-3.0 license, ensuring transparency

Cons

  • - Limited installs, suggesting a niche user base
  • - Some feature requests have been declined

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