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Lantern vs Astrill VPN: catalog facts
Lantern	Astrill VPN
Free Free to download and use; the project asks for donations.	Paid Paid subscription, with a VIP plan and business options.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Built specifically to resist blocking in censored regions Apps for all major desktop and mobile platforms	StealthVPN protocol designed for restrictive networks Apps for desktop, mobile and routers, including Linux
Aimed at circumvention more than anonymity Traffic relies on Lantern's own infrastructure	Proprietary protocol and closed source apps Requires a paid subscription
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account 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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