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PrivateVPN vs Surfshark: catalog facts
PrivateVPN	Surfshark
Paid Paid subscription with a 30-day money-back guarantee.	Paid A paid subscription is required.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
Apps for all major desktop and mobile systems Router and Kodi support	Unlimited simultaneous devices on one subscription RAM-only servers and multi-hop routing
No free plan Proprietary client software	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	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 September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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