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Lantern vs NordVPN
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Lantern
8.0Open Internet For All
NordVPN
6.5VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
| Metric | Lantern | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 12 | 1.2K |
| 90-day Installs | 34 | 3.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 124 | 13.0K |
| Version | latest | 10.1.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 15.3K | 85 |
| GitHub Forks | 11.1K | 13 |
| Open Issues | 16 | 18 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Dart | Shell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 4y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jul 11, 2016 |
Reviews
Lantern
Lantern is an open-source VPN that provides fast, private, and uncensored internet access. It focuses on speed, privacy, and bypassing geo-restrictions, making it ideal for users concerned about internet freedom and security.
Lantern offers a VPN service to enable unrestricted internet access, prioritizing speed, privacy, and censorship circumvention.
Pros
- + Open-source with a strong community backing
- + Multi-platform support including macOS
- + Free to use with a focus on privacy and security
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality
- - Some users have experienced performance issues
NordVPN
NordVPN is a VPN client offering secure internet access and private browsing. It provides features such as a killswitch and server randomization, making it ideal for users who prioritize online privacy.
Enables secure internet browsing by connecting through NordVPN's network.
Pros
- + Auto-updates for security
- + Killswitch feature
- + Server randomization
Cons
- - Moderate GitHub activity
- - Issues with features when auto-renew is disabled