Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
ESET vs NordVPN Threat Protection
What sets them apart
| Compare |  ESET |  NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 3 to 25Higher | 10 |
| Server countries | 40 to 70 | 150Higher |
| Protocols | WireGuard, IKEv2, OpenVPN UDP, OpenVPN TCP, Stealth, Wstunnel | OpenVPN, NordLynx, NordWhisper |
| Features | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Obfuscation | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop, ObfuscationCovers more |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Android TV, Apple TVCovers more |
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | €14.99 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | €3.49 |
| No-logs audit | Not confirmed | Independent no-logs verification, first in 2018 and verified four more times since; auditor not named on the page |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | €139.08 to €269.88 |
| Jurisdiction | BR | Not confirmed |
| Streaming services | Various streaming platforms | Not confirmed |
| Owner | Not confirmed | Nord Security |
| Longest plan (months) | Not confirmed | 27 months |
Same on both: Money-back period (30 days).
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Key differences
- ESET scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.8.
- Devices is higher at ESET: 3 to 25 vs 10.
- Server countries is higher at NordVPN Threat Protection: 150 vs 40 to 70.
- Protocols: only ESET offers WireGuard, IKEv2, OpenVPN UDP.
- Protocols: only NordVPN Threat Protection offers OpenVPN, NordLynx, NordWhisper.
- Features: only NordVPN Threat Protection offers Multi hop.
- Platforms: only NordVPN Threat Protection offers Linux, Chrome, Firefox.
- Support channels: only ESET offers Email, Community, Phone.
- Support channels: only NordVPN Threat Protection offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at ESET: 1992 vs 2012.
Our verdict on each
ESET
ESET suits households that want antivirus, a VPN and parental controls in one plan, with device counts of 3 to 25 on shared subscriptions. Buyers who put server reach first may prefer Namecheap, since ESET's 40 to 70 sits below the wider VPN field.
NordVPN Threat Protection
NordVPN Threat Protection bundles a VPN, ad blocking and a password manager under one paid subscription, with 10 devices on the same account. It suits readers who want one toolset rather than separate products, and less so anyone hoping to try a tier at no cost.
Score breakdown
| Area | ESET | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 8.1Entry price of €14.99 ranks 115 of 131 brands, against a €6.84 median. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.2Higher |
| Privacy | 9.5HigherCompany is ESET, spol. s r.o., headquartered and registered in BR, founded 1992, with support across email, help centre and community. | 9.1 |
Where these facts come from
ESET
- eset.com: 14 facts, checked September 26, 2026
NordVPN Threat Protection
- nordvpn.com: 17 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | ESET | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 8 of 232 | 2 of 232 |
| Antivirus software | 7 of 92 | 1 of 92 |
| Free VPNs | 7 of 189 | 2 of 189 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | ESET | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Features | No logs, Streaming, Travel | No logs, Streaming, Travel |
| Audience | Business | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | ESET, spol. s r.o. | Nord Security |
| Headquarters | Brazil | Lithuania |
| Founded | 1992Lower | 2012 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community, Phone | Help centre, Chat |
Antivirus
| Fact | ESET | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| First-year price | R$64.22 | €65.88 to €103.08 |
| Free version | YesHas it | No |
| Extras | VPN, Parental controls | VPN, Password manager |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | ESET | NordVPN Threat Protection | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | €14.99highest quarter | €7.99 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | €3.49below the median | €3.99 |
| Devices | 3 to 25highest quarter | 10at the median | 10 |
| Server countries | 40 to 70above the median | 150highest quarter | 62 |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | €139.08 to €269.88highest quarter | €69.99 |
| Money-back period | 30 daysat the median | 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
Median across 132 listed providers.
Pros and cons
ESET
Pros
- Antivirus plans bundle a VPN and parental controls as vpn and parental controls.
- The VPN supports WireGuard, IKEv2 and OpenVPN UDP plus kill switch, split tunnelling and obfuscation for routing and connection control.
- Plans cover 3 to 25 with a money back window of 30 days.
Cons
- The first year price of BRL 64.22 sits above the €49.95 median across the site.
- Server reach stops at 40 to 70, short of the 86.75 upper quartile on the site.
NordVPN Threat Protection
Pros
- Long-term plans drop to €3.49 a month against €14.99 on monthly billing.
- VPN servers keep no logs, a policy backed by independent no-log audits.
- A single subscription covers vpn and password manager, so the VPN and password manager arrive as a set.
Cons
- The free plan and the free version are both marked no, so every tier needs payment.
- Phone and email are not among its support channels (help centre and chat).
- Renewal runs €139.08 to €269.88 against a first year of €65.88 to €103.08.
Who each suits
ESET
Who it suits
- Households sharing one plan across 3 to 25.
- Families that want parental controls in the same subscription.
- Small business users covered by a business focused provider.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers who need broader server reach, since Namecheap lists from 100.
NordVPN Threat Protection
Who it suits
- Readers who want traffic encryption and ad blocking on one account rather than separate products.
- Households that will connect more than one gadget, since a single account covers 10 devices.
- People who travel or watch streaming services abroad, as no logs, streaming and travel covers no-logs, streaming and travel.
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple Hide My Email, at $0.99, if masking an email address is the only job.
- EasyOptOuts, at $19.99, for readers after data removal rather than VPN protection.
- Apple Inc., at $0.99, if the goal is iCloud account features rather than a VPN and ad blocker.
Current offers
ESET
Current offer
Discount code
ESET Customer Month: up to 40% off
Promotional banner on the ESET Brasil home and plans pages; applies to ESET HOME Security plans in Brazil
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Free 30-day trial of ESET HOME Security: 30 days
Download from the ESET Brasil site; FAQ also says the 30-day return policy gives a full refund of the purchase price.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
NordVPN Threat Protection
Current offer
First period offer
2-year Basic plan with 3 extra months: EUR 3.49 per month for the first 27 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; renews at EUR 139.08/year; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
2-year Complete plan with 3 extra months: EUR 4.49 per month for the first 27 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; renews at EUR 219.48/year; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
2-year Ultra plan with 3 extra months: EUR 6.59 per month for the first 27 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; renews at EUR 269.88/year; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
1-year plan discount: Basic EUR 5.49, Complete EUR 6.49, Ultra EUR 8.59 per month for the first 12 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
30-day money-back guarantee: Full refund if not 100 percent satisfied within 30 days
All plans; refund must be requested within 30 days of initial purchase via 24/7 customer support
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | ESET | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Yes | No |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
ESET
How much does ESET cost?+
The first year price is BRL 64.22. Long term plan prices across the site sit at a median of €3.97, so weigh those against the introductory figure rather than assuming one carries the other.
Who is ESET aimed at?+
ESET is built for a business audience, and its protection plans carry a VPN and parental controls as extras. Devices per plan range across 3 to 25, so a household can share one plan without separate subscriptions.
NordVPN Threat Protection
How much does NordVPN Threat Protection cost?+
The monthly plan runs at €14.99, and the longest term brings that down to €3.49 a month over 27 months. The first year is billed at €65.88 to €103.08, with a 30 day money back period attached.
What does it cost at renewal?+
The headline long-term rate covers the first term, then the renewal price runs €139.08 to €269.88 for a comparable term. Set against a first year of €65.88 to €103.08, that step is large, so anyone staying several years should weigh both figures before committing.
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