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NordVPN vs Astrill VPN: catalog facts
NordVPN	Astrill VPN
Paid A paid subscription is required.	Paid Paid subscription, with a VIP plan and business options.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Very large server network with consistently high throughput NordLynx, threat protection and device meshnet in one subscription	StealthVPN protocol designed for restrictive networks Apps for desktop, mobile and routers, including Linux
Subscription pricing renews at a much higher rate than the first term Closed infrastructure; you are trusting the provider's audits	Proprietary protocol and closed source apps Requires a paid subscription
Downloadable app, Browser extension	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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