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Surfshark vs PrivateVPN: catalog facts
Surfshark	PrivateVPN
Paid A paid subscription is required.	Paid Paid subscription with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Unlimited simultaneous devices on one subscription RAM-only servers and multi-hop routing	Apps for all major desktop and mobile systems Router and Kodi support
Merged with Nord Security, so the two are less independent than they appear Renewal pricing is far higher than the introductory rate	No free plan Proprietary client software
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 24, 2026

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