Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Enpass vs NordVPN
Enpass
Higher score in this comparison
NordVPN
What sets them apart
| Compare | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1.99 | €14.99 |
| Free plan | YesHas it | No |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Wearables, Browser extensions (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Brave, Vivaldi, Opera) | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Android TV, TvOS |
| Security audit | ISO 27001:2022 certified and SOC 2 Type II audited; independently audited by security experts | Regular independent third-party security audits; ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 |
| Features | TOTP | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop, Obfuscation |
| Family plan | $3.99/month billed annually, up to 6 people with family management | Not confirmed |
| Passkeys | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Encryption | AES-256 with 320,000 PBKDF2 rounds using the SQLCipher engine, zero-knowledge, data stored in the user's own cloud | Not confirmed |
| Open source | No | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Zero-knowledge encryption (Yes).
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Key differences
- Enpass scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Free plan: only Enpass.
- Platforms: only Enpass offers Wearables, Browser extensions (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Brave, Vivaldi, Opera).
- Platforms: only NordVPN offers Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- Support channels: only Enpass offers Community.
- Support channels: only NordVPN offers Chat.
- Pricing model: only Enpass offers Budget.
- Features: only Enpass offers TOTP.
- Features: only NordVPN offers Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop.
Our verdict on each
Enpass
Enpass suits people who want a password manager they can try before paying and who prefer keeping vault data in their own cloud rather than on vendor servers. The free plan holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault, passkeys are supported, and the terms sit under US jurisdiction.
NordVPN
NordVPN suits people who want broad server reach and a no-logs policy under independent audit, and who can commit to a long plan. The catch is entry price: €14.99 a month on the monthly plan, with €139.08 due at renewal.
Score breakdown
| Area | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5HigherEntry price $1.99 sits well under the site median of €6.84 for entry price. | 8.7Monthly plan runs at €14.99 and the longest plan at €3.49 a month, with €139.08 billed on renewal. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.6HigherCovers 150 server countries, 10 devices and features including kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop. |
| Privacy | 8.8 | 9.0Higher |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Password managers | 17 of 69 | 1 of 69 |
| Privacy tools | 24 of 281 | 1 of 281 |
| Secure cloud storage and backup | 7 of 70 | 1 of 70 |
Sources behind this comparison
Enpass
- enpass.io: 13 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
NordVPN
- nordvpn.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- nordlocker.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- nordpass.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free, BudgetCovers more | Free |
| Legal entity | Enpass Technologies Inc. | Nord Security |
| Headquarters | United States | Lithuania |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2012 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community, Email | Email, Chat, Help centre |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan limits | Up to 25 items in 1 vault | Not confirmed |
| Protocols | Not confirmed | OpenVPN, NordLynx, NordWhisper |
| Logging policy | Zero knowledge: vault data never stored on Enpass servers, only in the user's own cloud storage | No logs: VPN servers keep no logs, with independent no-log audits |
| Jurisdiction | US | Not confirmed |
| Privacy tool type | Not confirmed | Ad blocker |
Encrypted storage
| Fact | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Free storage | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Price per TB per year | Not confirmed | €77.88 |
| Compliance certifications | ISO 27001, ISO 27701, SOC 2, GDPR, TISAX | Not confirmed |
Identity protection
| Fact | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | €14.99 |
| Credit bureaus monitored | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Insurance amount | Not confirmed | $2,000,000 |
| Money-back period | Not confirmed | 30 days |
Pros and cons
Enpass
Pros
- A free plan exists and holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault, so a small vault costs nothing to keep.
- Entry price $1.99 undercuts Total Password, which lists €9.99 at entry.
- Vault data stays in the user's own cloud, so nothing readable rests on Enpass servers.
Cons
- Enpass is not open source, so outside researchers cannot read the code themselves.
- Support runs on help centre, community and email, with no phone line or live chat in that list.
- The free plan stops at Up to 25 items in 1 vault, so a larger vault needs a paid plan.
NordVPN
Pros
- Covers 150 server countries, the highest count in the ranking, with 10 devices per account
- Features include kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop alongside the stated no logs, streaming and travel use cases
- Protocol choice covers OpenVPN, NordLynx and NordWhisper
Cons
- Entry price is high: €14.99 a month on the monthly plan puts it near the bottom of the monthly price ranking
- There is no free plan, so the free version comparison starts with nothing to test
- Renewal is charged at €139.08, a jump from the €3.49 monthly rate on the introductory long plan
Who each suits
Enpass
Who it suits
- People who want a password manager to try with no payment, since the free plan holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault.
- Users who already back up to their own cloud and want the vault stored there rather than on a vendor's servers.
- Households sharing a subscription, since the family plan adds family management on annual billing.
Who should look elsewhere
- People who want passwords kept inside the operating system, where Apple Inc. covers iOS, iPadOS and macOS.
- Buyers set on a different vendor at a higher entry price, such as Total Password at €9.99.
- Anyone who needs a vault larger than Up to 25 items in 1 vault without paying.
NordVPN
Who it suits
- People who need coverage across 150 server countries rather than a handful of nearby ones
- Households or small teams that need 10 connected devices on one subscription
- Subscribers comfortable committing to a long plan, since €3.49 is only reached on the longest term
Who should look elsewhere
- People wanting a free tier, since there is no free plan to start on
- Anyone who needs to pay month to month on a small budget, as €14.99 a month is the priciest end of the monthly ranking
- Readers who need phone support, since the listed channels are email, chat and help centre
Current offers
Enpass
Current offer
Bonus
Premium 3-year plan: get 1 year free when you pay for 2 years: Save 33%, $49.99 for the first 2 years
Personal Premium plan, billed annually; taxes applied at checkout
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Business plan introductory 12 months: $17.96/user/month for first 12 months (list $59.88/user/month)
Billed yearly, applicable taxes applied at checkout
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Free business trial
Business plan sign-up, no credit card required
Source, checked September 26, 2026
NordVPN
Current offer
Discount code
75% off + 3 months extra: 75% off
Intro offer on the 2-year plan (first 27 months), VAT may apply, savings versus renewal price
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
+ 3 EXTRA months on 2-year plans: 3 extra months
Offer terms apply, additional terms apply to Ultra plan, VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Free trial for new users on Android: 3 days free
New users, Android app via Google Play; not available in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and South Korea
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Enpass | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | No | Yes |
| Aland Islands | No | Yes |
| Albania | No | Yes |
| Algeria | No | Yes |
| American Samoa | No | Yes |
| Andorra | No | Yes |
| Angola | No | Yes |
| Anguilla | No | Yes |
8 of 250 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Enpass
How much does Enpass cost to start?+
Enpass lists plans from $1.99 at the entry point. The family plan is billed annually and adds family management for a small group of people. On entry price the brand ranks 4 of 36 brands compared here, so the starting figure sits toward the cheap end.
Is there a free version of Enpass?+
Yes, Enpass has a free plan, and it holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault. That cap suits a short list of logins rather than a full household vault, and it means trying the apps costs nothing. Anyone who outgrows the limit moves to a paid plan.
NordVPN
How much does NordVPN cost to start with?+
The monthly plan is priced at €14.99. Committing to the longest term, 27 months, brings the monthly figure down to €3.49. That lower rate is introductory, and the 30 money back window still applies if the subscription is not a fit.
What do I pay when the plan renews?+
Renewal is charged at €139.08 for the long term, against the €3.49 monthly rate that applies at the start. Budget for the renewal figure rather than the headline monthly number, since the per month rate is the part that is promotional. The two prices together tell the full cost of staying.
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