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Obscura VPNOrchid
Paid

Subscription VPN service; sign-up does not need an email address.

 Paid

Pay as you go with cryptocurrency tokens, no subscription.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Android, iOS
  • Two-party relay design so neither operator sees both identity and traffic
  • Account numbers instead of email sign-up
  • No subscription, pay only for bandwidth used
  • Decentralized provider marketplace
  • Relies on a third-party exit operator
  • Paid service with no free tier mentioned in the research
  • Requires funding an account with crypto tokens
  • Speed and reliability depend on individual providers
Downloadable app, Hosted service Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Account needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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