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Astrill VPN vs Psiphon: catalog facts
Astrill VPN	Psiphon
Paid Paid subscription, with a VIP plan and business options.	Freemium Free to connect, with an optional subscription or PsiCash for ad-free, faster connections.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Windows, Android, iOS
StealthVPN protocol designed for restrictive networks Apps for desktop, mobile and routers, including Linux	Several blocking-resilient transports that keep working where standard VPNs fail Free to use with no payment needed
Proprietary protocol and closed source apps Requires a paid subscription	The free tier shows ads and runs at lower speeds Traffic passes through servers run by Psiphon
Downloadable app, Hosted service	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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