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Windscribe vs ProtonVPN
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Windscribe
7.0VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
ProtonVPN
7.5VPN client focusing on security
| Metric | Windscribe | ProtonVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 244 | 1.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 739 | 5.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.5K | 19.3K |
| Version | 2.21.7 | 6.5.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 890 | 3.4K |
| GitHub Forks | 122 | 445 |
| Open Issues | 60 | 78 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | Kotlin |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 6, 2017 | Apr 25, 2018 |
Reviews
Windscribe
Windscribe is a VPN client offering secure internet access and private browsing. It has formed a Privacy-Focused Alliance and is suitable for users prioritizing online privacy.
Provides secure VPN services for internet access and private browsing.
Pros
- + Ensures secure and private internet access
- + Cross-platform support for Windows, Mac, and Linux
- + Active development with regular updates
Cons
- - Past technical issues reported
- - Some criticism regarding reliability
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