Transparent comparison based on 14-Eyes jurisdiction, independent no-logs audits, protocol speeds, and pricing structure. Zero affiliate bias.
$3.33 /month (3-Year Plan)
$1.33 /month (12-Month plan)
| Specification | TunnelBear | PrivadoVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Canada (🔴 14-Eyes) | Switzerland (🔴 14-Eyes) |
| Independent Audit | Annual independent security audits conducted by Cure53 since 2016; completed its 8th annual audit in 2024. | Specific information about independent audits of their no-log policies is not readily available. |
| Servers & Coverage | Over 8,000 servers (more than 45 countries.) | 377 servers (48 countries.) |
| Obfuscated Servers | ||
| Ad & Malware Blocker | ||
| Kill Switch | ||
| Split Tunneling | ||
| Streaming Performance | Specific information about its streaming capabilities is limited. | Provides a reliable free tier with streaming support, though its overall streaming performance may vary. New York Post |
| Smart TV & Android TV | No (no Smart TV support) | Partial (Android TV app; no SmartDNS yet) |
| 1 Year Plan | $4.99 | $1.11 |
| 1 Month Plan | $9.99 | $10.99 |
| Free Forever Tier | ||
| Pricing Summary | $3.33 /month (3-Year Plan) | $1.33 /month (12-Month plan) |
| Category Scores (1-5) | ||
| Jurisdiction Score | 4 / 5 | 5 / 5 |
| Speed Score | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Encryption & Security Score | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Protocols Score | 4 / 5 | 5 / 5 |