Privacy comparison

CyberGhost vs ExpressVPN: our current pick is ExpressVPN.

ExpressVPN is the stronger privacy pick right now if jurisdiction, audits, and protocol options matter most to you. CyberGhost may still be the better choice if you prefer its feature set or overall value more. In our current scoring, ExpressVPN is at 8/10 versus 7/10 for privacy.

Quick verdict

Choose ExpressVPN if you want the stronger mix of features for privacy right now. Choose CyberGhost if its pricing, device allowance, or overall approach fits you better.

Why ExpressVPN stands out
  • Official pages now position it at 105 countries and up to 14 devices
  • Lightway is fast, stable, and easy for non-technical users
  • Multiple independent audits support its privacy claims
Why CyberGhost may still suit you
  • 9,800+ servers and 100+ countries on official pages
  • 45-day money-back guarantee beats most rivals
  • Straightforward apps with a simple onboarding flow

What to compare first

  • jurisdiction and public no-logs evidence
  • protocol options and leak protection
  • transparency around audits and policy language
  • how comfortable you are with the company’s overall track record
MetricCyberGhostExpressVPN
JurisdictionRomaniaBritish Virgin Islands
Servers9,800+
Countries100+105
Devices714
Refund45 days30 days
Monthly plan$12.99$12.95
ProtocolWireGuardLightway
Stealth / anti-blockingStreaming-optimized and location-heavy catalogAutomatic protocol obfuscation on restrictive networks
WireGuard
Score for Privacy7/108/10

Choose ExpressVPN if…

  • Official pages now position it at 105 countries and up to 14 devices
  • Lightway is fast, stable, and easy for non-technical users
  • Multiple independent audits support its privacy claims
  • Clean apps and setup flow make it easy to start using quickly

Look elsewhere if…

  • It costs more than many rivals
  • It does not market WireGuard the way many competitors do
  • Some features and device allowances vary by plan
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Official sources used on this page

ExpressVPN
CyberGhost

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