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PureVPN vs Proton VPN: catalog facts
PureVPNProton VPN
Paid

Paid subscription, with optional add-ons such as dedicated IP and port forwarding.

Freemium

The free tier has no data cap but limited countries and speeds. Paid plans add more…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
  • Apps for desktop, mobile, Apple TV and Fire Stick
  • Kill switch and DNS leak protection
  • A free tier with no data cap and no advertising
  • Clients are open source on every platform and independently audited
  • Paid subscription required
  • Closed-source apps
  • An account is required, even for the free tier
  • Free tier covers few countries and slows down at peak times
Downloadable app, Hosted service, Browser extension Downloadable app, Browser extension
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
Account needed Account needed
Needs internet Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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