Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
ESET vs PureVPN
Where ESET and PureVPN differ
| Compare |  ESET |  PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 3 to 25Higher | 10 |
| Server countries | 40 to 70 | from 65 |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 31 daysHigher |
| Jurisdiction | BR | VG |
| Protocols | WireGuard, IKEv2, OpenVPN UDP, OpenVPN TCP, Stealth, Wstunnel | WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, SSTP |
| Streaming services | Various streaming platforms | Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Foxtel, HBO Max, ESPN, Fox, Kayo, ITVX, BT, NBC |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, IPadOS, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Huawei, Chromebook, RoutersCovers more |
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | $12.95 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | $2.16 |
| 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) |
| Longest plan (months) | Not confirmed | 60 months |
Same on both: Features (Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Obfuscation).
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Key differences
- PureVPN scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.2.
- Devices is higher at ESET: 3 to 25 vs 10.
- Protocols: only ESET offers OpenVPN UDP, OpenVPN TCP, Stealth.
- Protocols: only PureVPN offers OpenVPN, SSTP.
- Streaming services: only ESET offers Various streaming platforms.
- Streaming services: only PureVPN offers Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime Video.
- Platforms: only PureVPN offers Linux, IPadOS, Apple TV.
- Support channels: only ESET offers Phone.
- Support channels: only PureVPN offers Chat.
- Money-back period is higher at PureVPN: 31 days vs 30 days.
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.
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 | ESET | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.3The monthly plan's $12.95 and its $12.95 renewal sit high, though $2.16 on the long-term plan is low. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.6HigherAudited no-log policy, 10 simultaneous devices, from 65 server countries and a 31 money-back window. |
| Privacy | 9.5Company is ESET, spol. s r.o., headquartered and registered in BR, founded 1992, with support across email, help centre and community. | 9.5 |
Sources behind this comparison
ESET
- eset.com: 14 facts, checked September 26, 2026
PureVPN
- purevpn.com: 21 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | ESET | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 8 of 232 | 11 of 232 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | ESET | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Features | No logs, Streaming, TravelCovers more | No logs, Streaming |
| Audience | Business | Business |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Budget |
| Legal entity | ESET, spol. s r.o. | GZ Systems Limited |
| Headquarters | Brazil | Virgin Islands, British |
| Founded | 1992Lower | 2007 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community, Phone | Email, Chat, Help centre, Community |
Antivirus
| Fact | ESET | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| First-year price | R$64.22 | Not confirmed |
| Free version | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Extras | VPN, Parental controls | Not confirmed |
Privacy tools
| Fact | ESET | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $12.95 |
| Free plan | Not confirmed | No |
| Logging policy | Not confirmed | 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 | ESET | PureVPN | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | $12.95highest quarter | $9 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | $2.16lowest quarter | $4.50 |
| Devices | 3 to 25highest quarter | 10at the median | 10 |
| Server countries | 40 to 70above 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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
Country by country
| Country | ESET | PureVPN |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.