Privacy comparison

NordVPN vs Surfshark: our current pick is NordVPN.

NordVPN is the stronger privacy pick right now if jurisdiction, audits, and protocol options matter most to you. Surfshark may still be the better choice if you prefer its feature set or overall value more. In our current scoring, NordVPN is at 9/10 versus 8/10 for privacy.

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Quick verdict

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

Why NordVPN stands out

• Large global network with 8,400+ servers in 167+ countries
• NordLynx delivers very good speeds on nearby and mid-distance servers
• Obfuscated and specialty servers help on restrictive networks

Why Surfshark may still suit you

• Unlimited-device support stands out immediately
• 4,500+ RAM-only servers in 100+ countries
• Good speed profile for streaming and everyday browsing

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

Metric	NordVPN	Surfshark
Jurisdiction	Panama	Netherlands
Servers	8,400+	4,500+
Countries	167+	100+
Devices	10	Unlimited
Refund	30 days	30 days
Monthly plan	$12.99	€15.45
Protocol	NordLynx (WireGuard-based)	WireGuard
Stealth / anti-blocking	Obfuscated servers	Camouflage Mode
WireGuard
Score for Privacy	9/10	8/10