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FastestVPN vs Surfshark: catalog facts
FastestVPN	Surfshark
Paid Paid subscription, including a discounted lifetime plan.	Paid A paid subscription is required.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
Apps and extensions for many platforms including Linux Lifetime plan option	Unlimited simultaneous devices on one subscription RAM-only servers and multi-hop routing
No free tier Proprietary service with no published source	Merged with Nord Security, so the two are less independent than they appear Renewal pricing is far higher than the introductory rate
Downloadable app, Hosted service, Browser extension	Downloadable app, Browser extension
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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