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VPNs comparison · 2026
Surfshark (89) and ProtonVPN (85) are closely matched — this is one of the tightest VPNs comparisons in our database, with just 4 points separating them overall. Surfshark leads on Device Support (98 vs 80), while ProtonVPN has the edge on No-Logs Audit (96 vs 82). The two are closest on Speed, where the gap is just 4 points. On pricing, Surfshark starts cheaper at $2.49/mo versus $4.99/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
ProtonVPN
Swiss privacy, open-source, and a solid free tier
85/100
Radar comparison
Surfshark
89
ProtonVPN
85
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
ProtonVPN
Pros
Cons
Choose Surfshark if you value device support most and have budget for $2.49/month or more. Choose ProtonVPN if you value privacy most and have budget for $4.99/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 ProtonVPN's 85/100 — a 4-point margin. Surfshark leads on Device Support in particular. That said, ProtonVPN 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 ProtonVPN's $4.99/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 Device Support — 98/100 versus 80/100 for ProtonVPN. If device support 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 ProtonVPN, 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 ProtonVPN 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. ProtonVPN (85/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise privacy and want a free entry point. If both dimensions matter equally, the overall score winner (Surfshark) is the safer default choice.
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