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VPNs comparison · 2026
Surfshark edges out IPVanish in this VPNs comparison, scoring 89 against 82 across our seven scored dimensions. The two are closest on Device Support, where the gap is just 0 points. On pricing, Surfshark starts cheaper at $2.49/mo versus $3.33/mo. Use the radar chart and dimension table below to find which fits your specific priorities best.
Surfshark
Unlimited devices and strong privacy at a great price
89/100
IPVanish
Unlimited connections and US-based infrastructure
82/100
Radar comparison
Surfshark
89
IPVanish
82
Speed
Download and upload speed loss vs baseline
Privacy
Encryption, jurisdiction, and audit history
Server Network
Number of countries and server locations
Streaming
Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer unblocking rate
Price
Monthly cost and value for features
No-Logs Audit
Independent audit of no-logs policy
Device Support
Number of simultaneous connections and apps
Overall Score
Surfshark
Pros
Cons
IPVanish
Pros
Cons
Choose Surfshark if you value device support most and have budget for $2.49/month or more. Choose IPVanish if you value device support most and have budget for $3.33/month or more. If neither dimension is a clear priority, Surfshark's higher overall score (89/100) makes it the safer default in the vpns category.
Based on our independent scoring across 7 dimensions, Surfshark scores 89/100 overall versus IPVanish's 82/100 — a 7-point margin. Surfshark leads on Device Support in particular. That said, IPVanish may still be the right choice if the dimensions where it scores higher match your specific priorities — the radar chart above shows the full profile side by side.
Surfshark starts cheaper at $2.49/month versus IPVanish's $3.33/month. At higher usage tiers, the gap may narrow depending on each tool's scaling model. Check the official pricing pages for current plans — SaaS pricing changes frequently.
Surfshark scores higher on Price — 92/100 versus 82/100 for IPVanish. If price is your primary decision criterion, Surfshark is the stronger choice in this head-to-head.
Switching between vpns tools is generally possible but involves migration effort: exporting your data or configuration from Surfshark, re-importing or reconfiguring in IPVanish, and updating any API integrations or environment variables in your codebase. The effort scales with how deeply embedded the tool is in your stack. Test IPVanish on a non-production project first before migrating.
Surfshark (89/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise device support — its strongest dimension — and who want a low-cost starting price. IPVanish (82/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise device support and want a low-cost starting price. If both dimensions matter equally, the overall score winner (Surfshark) is the safer default choice.
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