Head-to-head
NordVPN vs CyberGhost
The market leader against the budget heavyweight: is NordVPN worth the price difference?
Our pick
Our picks
NordVPNNord Security
NordVPN
The complete package: fast, secure, and good at everything.
Budget
CyberGhostCyberGhost S.A.
CyberGhost
A huge server network and a long money-back guarantee.
NordVPNCyberGhost
Our score4.7 / 54.3 / 5
PriceFrom $3.99/moFrom $2.19/mo
Free planNoNo
Best for10 devices at once7 devices at once
CategoryTop picksBudget
ProviderNord SecurityCyberGhost S.A.
Our verdict
CyberGhost gives you a huge server network, friendly apps, and 45 days to change your mind, all for less money; as a budget pick it stays strong. NordVPN is the better service across the board: faster in our tests, more reliable with streaming, and a more frequently audited no-logs policy. The price gap on a two-year plan is manageable, which is why NordVPN takes this duel. If every dollar counts, CyberGhost does nothing wrong.
“We ran NordVPN for four weeks and it lived up to its reputation: high speeds, streaming worked everywhere, and the no-logs policy has been independently verified multiple times. On a two-year plan, the best all-round choice right now.”Editorial team, on NordVPN
“A huge server network and a 45-day money-back guarantee on long plans. Speeds are good but not top-tier. For the promo price, you get a lot for your money.”Editorial team, on CyberGhost