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TunnelBearNordVPN
Freemium

Limited free plan, with paid subscriptions for full use.

 Paid

A paid subscription is required.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Browser extension Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
  • Simple apps aimed at non-technical users
  • Free plan for trying the service
  • Very large server network with consistently high throughput
  • NordLynx, threat protection and device meshnet in one subscription
  • Free plan is limited
  • Closed-source commercial service
  • Subscription pricing renews at a much higher rate than the first term
  • Closed infrastructure; you are trusting the provider's audits
Downloadable app, Hosted service, Browser extension 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

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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