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Why choose NordVPN?

See how we compare to the other VPN providers.

Features
NordVPN
ExpressVPN
PrivateVPN
ProtonVPN
PureVPN

Connection speed* (Mbps)

6730+

2220+

3320+

1600+

2320+

Covered locations

225

105**

63**

122**

96+

Specialty servers

Included
Not included
Not included
Included
Included

Dedicated IP

Included
Included
Not included
Not included
Included

24/7 customer support

Included
Included
Included
Not included
Included

Advanced features

Malware scan for downloads

Included
Not included
Not included
Not included
Not included

Certified phishing protection

Included
Not included
Not included
Not included
Not included

Alerts about leaked credentials

Included
Included
Not included
Included
Included

Tracker and ad blocker

Included
Included
Not included
Included
Included

Malicious site detection

Included
Included
Not included
Included
Not included

App vulnerability scanner

Included
Not included
Not included
Not included
Not included

AI-powered threat detection

Included
Not included
Not included
Included
Not included

Password manager

Included
Included
Not included
Included
Included

Encrypted cloud storage

Included
Not included
Not included
Included
Included

Date of comparison: September 3, 2025.

*Overall network performance according to research by AV-Test. For details, read the full report opens in a new tab.

**Represents the number of countries that the provider covers with its VPN servers. The number of different locations covered within those countries (cities, regions, counties, etc.) is not disclosed.

The information presented in this comparison table was taken from the official websites of the listed VPN providers. The United States was the key location. The table compares the highest tier plans offered by the respective providers. These plans may differ in price or subscription length, and the information is subject to change over time.

NordVPN is unaffiliated with the goods or services to which it is being compared.

The security you need. The features you’ll love.

More private browsing

Your online habits – your business. We don’t monitor, record, store, or log your online traffic. Connect to a VPN server and browse without snoopers looking over your shoulder.

Uninterrupted streaming

Watch your favorite TV shows and movies securely whether you’re at home or traveling. Say goodbye to ISP throttling based on your traffic and enjoy unlimited VPN bandwidth.

Secure connection

Protect your online traffic from cybercriminals with top-tier AES 256-bit encryption.

Next-gen antivirus

Enjoy a higher level of security in your everyday life. Scan downloads for malware, block phishing links, and detect scams.

Protect all devices

One account covers up to 10 devices. Get NordVPN for your phone, tablet, and laptop. And don't forget your smart TV and router.

Available on all main operating systems

Choose to be safer online – use NordVPN no matter the device.

A truly global VPN server network

Choose among thousands of ultra-fast VPN servers worldwide. Enjoy a stable connection wherever you are.

Locations

225

VPN servers

7,000+

Blazing speeds

Unlimited bandwidth

Largest VPN server network.

What users and experts say about NordVPN

The bottom line here is: When you’re online, you don’t have to worry about being secure or about your information getting out there if you have a VPN. NordVPN makes it simple.

Tech of Tomorrow

Tech reviewer, YouTube

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CaseyNeistat

12.7M subscribers

NordVPN is a very good VPN, they're very highly regarded in the industry. I've been using it for 3 years, it's not problematic, I use it on my iPhone, my Android, my Mac laptop.

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