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ProtonVPN vs NordVPN

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ProtonVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client focusing on security

NordVPN

6.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing

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

Reviews

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

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