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NordVPN vs ProtonVPN

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

NordVPN

6.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing

ProtonVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client focusing on security

Metric NordVPN ProtonVPN
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 6.5 7.5
30-day Installs 1.2K 1.9K
90-day Installs 3.5K 5.6K
365-day Installs 13.0K 19.3K
Version 10.1.0 6.5.0
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 85 3.4K
GitHub Forks 13 445
Open Issues 18 78
License MIT GPL-3.0
Language Shell Kotlin
Last GitHub Commit 4y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Jul 11, 2016 Apr 25, 2018

Reviews

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

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