Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
HideMy.name vs PureVPN
What sets them apart
| Compare |  HideMy.name |  PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $11Lower | $12.95 |
| Long-term plan price | $4 | $2.16Lower |
| Devices | 5 | 10Higher |
| Server countries | 42 | from 65 |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 31 daysHigher |
| Jurisdiction | GB | VG |
| Protocols | OpenVPN, WireGuard | WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, SSTPCovers more |
| Features | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Obfuscation |
| Streaming services | PlayStation Network (PSN), Xbox Live | Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Foxtel, HBO Max, ESPN, Fox, Kayo, ITVX, BT, NBC |
| Platforms | Windows, Android, iOS, MacOS, Linux, Router | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, IPadOS, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Huawei, Chromebook, Routers |
| Longest plan (months) | 12 months | 60 monthsHigher |
| No-logs audit | Not confirmed | KPMG 2020 (second always-on audit; first audit by Altius IT) |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | $12.95 |
| Owner | Not confirmed | Uzair, Umair and Aqib (founders) |
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Key differences
- PureVPN scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 8.9.
- Monthly price is lower at HideMy.name: $11 vs $12.95.
- Long-term plan price is lower at PureVPN: $2.16 vs $4.
- Devices is higher at PureVPN: 10 vs 5.
- Protocols: only PureVPN offers IKEv2, SSTP.
- Features: only HideMy.name offers Multi hop.
- Features: only PureVPN offers Obfuscation.
- Streaming services: only HideMy.name offers PlayStation Network (PSN), Xbox Live.
- Streaming services: only PureVPN offers Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime Video.
- Platforms: only HideMy.name offers Router.
Our verdict on each
HideMy.name
HideMy.name suits privacy minded shoppers who want a trial before commitment and support across desktop and mobile. You get connections on devices of 5 across server countries of 42 with protocols of OpenVPN and WireGuard plus help through support of email, phone and help centre every day.
PureVPN
PureVPN suits households and small teams that want audited no-log privacy without the usual VPN price, with the long-term plan at $2.16 a month over 60 months. The catch sits at entry, since the monthly plan costs $12.95 and renewals stay at that rate.
Score breakdown
| Area | HideMy.name | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Monthly outlay of $11 with long term price of $4 shapes entry value | 9.3HigherThe monthly plan's $12.95 and its $12.95 renewal sit high, though $2.16 on the long-term plan is low. |
| Offer | 8.8Coverage across Windows, Android and iOS with tools of kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop defines day to day use | 9.6HigherAudited no-log policy, 10 simultaneous devices, from 65 server countries and a 31 money-back window. |
| Privacy | 9.4Jurisdiction noted as GB with stated no logs approach shapes confidence | 9.5Higher |
What it costs in practice
Two years
HideMy.name
$96
24 × $4
PureVPN
$51.84
24 × $2.16
PureVPN costs $44.16 less.
Worked out from the stated prices and rates; your own total depends on how you use it. Facts checked September 26, 2026.
Which one suits you
Pick HideMy.name if monthly price matter most.
Pick PureVPN if cost, offer, long-term plan price, devices, and money-back period matter most.
A third option
Mullvad has longest plan (months) at 120 months, against 12 months for HideMy.name and 60 months for PureVPN.
Mullvad reviewSources behind this comparison
HideMy.name
- hidemy.name: 13 facts, checked September 26, 2026
PureVPN
- purevpn.com: 21 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | HideMy.name | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 16 of 232 | 11 of 232 |
| Privacy tools | 15 of 280 | 6 of 280 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | HideMy.name | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Features | No logs | No logs, StreamingCovers more |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Business |
| Pricing model | Free, BudgetCovers more | Budget |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | GZ Systems Limited |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Virgin Islands, British |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2007 |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Email, Chat, Help centre, Community |
Privacy tools
| Fact | HideMy.name | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $11Lower | $12.95 |
| Free plan | YesHas it | No |
| Free plan limits | 24 hours, no registration, access code by email only | Not confirmed |
| Logging policy | Non-persistent connection log (random username and assigned IP) for troubleshooting only, cleared every few hours; browsing activity not recorded; email address is the only required data | No-log: does not store data generated by use of the service; independently audited no-log certification |
| Open source | Not confirmed | No |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | HideMy.name | PureVPN | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $11above the median | $12.95highest quarter | $9 |
| Long-term plan price | $4below the median | $2.16lowest quarter | $4.50 |
| Devices | 5below the median | 10at the median | 10 |
| Server countries | 42below the median | from 65above the median | 62 |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | $12.95above the median | $12 |
| Money-back period | 30 daysat the median | 31 dayshighest quarter | 30 days |
Median across 132 listed providers.
Pros and cons
HideMy.name
Pros
- Trial access with limits of 24 hours, no registration, access code by email only lets you check fit before paying
- Covers platforms of Windows, Android and iOS with allowance of 5 for home and travel use
- Includes privacy tools of kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop alongside protocols of OpenVPN and WireGuard
Cons
- Server reach of 42 sits below the typical peer level of 45, which may matter for varied routing
- Device allowance of 5 sits below the peer typical level of 6.5, unlike ESET Brasil with 3 to 25
- Long term option lasts 12 with price of $4, giving a shorter commitment window than extended rivals offer
PureVPN
Pros
- A logging policy that keeps nothing generated by use of the service, with the audits recorded as KPMG 2020 (second always-on audit; first audit by Altius IT).
- The long-term plan runs $2.16 a month over 60 months, under the €3.97 median for VPN listings.
- One subscription covers 10 devices at once, with servers in from 65 countries and kill switch in kill switch, split tunnelling and obfuscation.
Cons
- The monthly plan costs $12.95 and renews at $12.95, placing it 104 of 133 on price.
- A free plan is not offered, so the $12.95 monthly plan is the only way in and the low rate needs 60 months.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, so there is no phone line when a connection fails mid workday.
Who each suits
HideMy.name
Who it suits
- You value phone plus email help through email, phone and help centre while Ivacy offers a different support mix
- You want trial limits of 24 hours, no registration, access code by email only to assess fit while FastestVPN leans toward paid entry from the start
Who should look elsewhere
- You need far larger simultaneous use than 5, so ESET Brasil with 3 to 25 may fit better
PureVPN
Who it suits
- People ready to commit up front, since the long-term rate of $2.16 a month needs 60 months of commitment.
- Businesses and remote teams after obfuscation and split tunnelling in kill switch, split tunnelling and obfuscation, on a service listed for the business audience.
- Mixed-device households, since one account reaches Windows, macOS and Linux and covers phones, tablets, TVs and routers at the same time.
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple Inc. buyers who only want Apple-side privacy, since PureVPN is a full VPN priced at $12.95 a month or $2.16 on the long-term plan.
- ESET Brasil customers, who want device protection across 3 to 25 devices rather than a VPN reaching from 65 server countries.
- Sinew Software Systems shoppers, who may prefer a different tool at $1.99 a month over a VPN commitment of 60 months.
Current offers
HideMy.name
Current offer
Free trial
Test VPN access for 24 hours: 24 hours free
No registration required; access code sent by email; paid subscription required to continue after the trial
Source, checked September 26, 2026
PureVPN
Current offer
First period offer
83% off + 3 extra months on 2-year plan: 83% off + 3 extra months (Standard $2.15/mo)
2-year plan, billed $57.95 on purchase for Standard
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
83% off on 5-year plan: 83% off
5-year plan, Standard $2.16/mo, Max $3.33/mo
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Free 3 GB eSIM Data with Truely: 3 GB for 30 days
free with every Max Plan purchase; 30-day validity, no roaming fees
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
HideMy.name
What will you pay on the monthly plan versus the long term plan+
The monthly plan price is $11 while the long term plan price is $4 for the plan length of 12. You keep entry and renewal thinking separate, since the longer span lowers the average outlay across the term.
Where can you install it and how many devices are covered+
You can run service on platforms of Windows, Android and iOS and share use across devices of 5. That mix covers desktop, mobile and router use, so you can protect home and travel setups under the same allowance.
PureVPN
What does PureVPN cost to start?+
The monthly plan costs $12.95 a month, and the starting price advertised matches at $12.95. Committing for longer is far cheaper: the long-term plan works out at $2.16 a month when bought over 60 months. Short stays cost the most per month.
What happens to the price at renewal?+
Renewals on the monthly plan are listed at $12.95 a month, which matches the entry monthly price instead of dropping below it. The low headline figure on the long-term plan depends on paying for 60 months up front, so weigh that commitment against the renewal rate before you buy.
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