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ProtonVPN vs Pritunl

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ProtonVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client focusing on security

Pritunl

8.0
Security & Privacy

OpenVPN client

Metric ProtonVPN Pritunl
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 7.5 8.0
30-day Installs 1.9K 238
90-day Installs 5.6K 689
365-day Installs 19.3K 2.9K
Version 6.5.0 1.3.4566.62
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 3.4K 1.4K
GitHub Forks 445 253
Open Issues 78 10
License GPL-3.0 NOASSERTION
Language Kotlin Go
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen Apr 25, 2018 Aug 9, 2023

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

Pritunl

Pritunl is a modern OpenVPN client offering a user-friendly interface and support for multiple VPN protocols. It benefits users seeking secure, reliable VPN connections without the need for server-side setup.

Pritunl allows users to connect to OpenVPN and other VPN services securely.

Pros

  • + Intuitive and modern user interface
  • + Supports multiple VPN protocols
  • + Cross-platform compatibility
  • + Active development with frequent updates
  • + Option for self-hosted VPN solutions

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Limited community discussion