Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Kaspersky vs Opera
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Kaspersky |  Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 10Higher | 6 |
| Server countries | 93Higher | 48 |
| Jurisdiction | CH | NO |
| Protocols | WireGuard | Lightway |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Chromebook, Android, iOSCovers more |
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | $8 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | $4 |
| No-logs audit | Not confirmed | Deloitte 2024 |
| Features | Kill switch, Split tunnelling | Not confirmed |
| Streaming services | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ | Not confirmed |
| Owner | Not confirmed | Opera Norway AS |
| Longest plan (months) | Not confirmed | 12 months |
Same on both: Money-back period (30 days).
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Key differences
- Opera scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Devices is higher at Kaspersky: 10 vs 6.
- Server countries is higher at Kaspersky: 93 vs 48.
- Protocols: only Kaspersky offers WireGuard.
- Protocols: only Opera offers Lightway.
- Platforms: only Opera offers Linux, Chromebook.
- Support channels: only Opera offers Email, Chat.
- Founded is lower at Opera: 1995 vs 1997.
- Features: only Kaspersky offers Streaming.
Our verdict on each
Kaspersky
Kaspersky Secure Connection fits households already inside the Kaspersky ecosystem, since one subscription carries the VPN, password manager and parental controls together. Server reach of 93 countries sits above the median VPN, and 10 devices at once covers a couple or a family.
Opera
Opera packs a browser, an ad blocker and a free built-in VPN into a single download, which suits everyday browsing on a budget. VPN Pro costs $8 a month and falls to $4 a month on its 12 month term, and the free plan keeps the VPN included.
Score breakdown
| Area | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.0Entry price of $8 sits high among the 131 brands compared on price from, with an ad supported free plan underneath it. |
| Offer | 8.9The offer pairs a 30 day refund window with a 30 day free trial on the wider Kaspersky suite. | 9.1Higher |
| Privacy | 9.4 | 9.9Higher |
How they place
| Ranking | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 6 of 232 | 28 of 232 |
| Privacy tools | 5 of 280 | 27 of 280 |
| Ad blockers and private DNS | 5 of 63 | 14 of 63 |
| Private browsers and search engines | 2 of 55 | 9 of 55 |
| Free VPNs | 5 of 189 | 24 of 189 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Switzerland | Norway |
How the counts compare
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 10 | 6 |
| Server countries | 93 | 48 |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 30 days |
A third option
NordVPN has server countries at 150, against 93 for Kaspersky and 48 for Opera.
NordVPN reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Features | No logs, Streaming, TravelCovers more | No logs, Travel |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Legal entity | AO Kaspersky Lab | Opera Norway AS |
| Headquarters | Switzerland | Norway |
| Founded | 1997 | 1995Lower |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Password managers
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $8 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Family plan | One Kaspersky Premium subscription shared with family members via the same account | Not confirmed |
| Passkeys | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Encryption | AES-256 with key derived from the master password via PBKDF2, zero-knowledge architecture | Not confirmed |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan limits | Not confirmed | Free of charge, ad-supported; free built-in VPN and AI chat included |
| Logging policy | VPN claims your online actions are not logged | Built-in free VPN and VPN Pro are no-log; Opera collects usage and ad-related data but states it does not log or store full browsing history |
| Privacy tool type | Ad blocker, Browser | Browser, Ad blocker |
Antivirus
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Free version | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Extras | VPN, Password manager, Parental controls | Not confirmed |
Identity protection
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Kaspersky | Opera | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | $8below the median | $9 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | $4below the median | $4.50 |
| Devices | 10at the median | 6below the median | 10 |
| Server countries | 93above the median | 48below the median | 62 |
| Money-back period | 30 daysat the median | 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
| Longest plan (months) | Not confirmed | 12 monthsat the median | 12 months |
Median across 139 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Kaspersky
Pros
- Kaspersky Premium bundles the VPN, password manager and parental controls (vpn, password manager and parental controls) in one subscription a family plan can share
- Device and platform coverage is generous: 10 devices at once, with apps for Windows, macOS and Android on desktop and mobile
- Streaming and travel are stated features, with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ supported and kill switch and split tunnelling built in as standard
Cons
- Support runs on help centre and community only, so quick answers go through documentation or the community rather than live chat
- The protocol list is WireGuard, so readers who want a wider choice of protocols have less room to compare
- The free version that Kaspersky lists sits with antivirus rather than a free VPN, so VPN features start on a paid subscription
Opera
Pros
- The free plan costs nothing, is ad supported, and still carries the built-in VPN and AI chat.
- Both the free VPN and VPN Pro are no-log, and the free browser VPN no-log claim was audited by Deloitte 2024.
- VPN Pro reaches 48 server countries over Lightway, with 6 devices covered.
Cons
- The free plan is ad supported, and Opera collects usage and ad related data, so ads sit in the mix alongside the free VPN.
- VPN Pro covers 6 devices, near the lower end of a site range of 1 to 50.
- The $8 entry price leaves Opera at 73 of 131 brands on price from.
Who each suits
Kaspersky
Who it suits
- Households that already pay for Kaspersky security software and want the VPN folded into the same subscription rather than bought separately
- Travellers who want one app for secure connections on Windows, macOS and Android across phones and desktops while abroad
- Families sharing one account, since the family plan passes the same subscription across to other members in the household
Who should look elsewhere
- AVG, if server spread matters most, since its coverage starts at from 100 countries, further than Kaspersky reaches
- Namecheap, if you want the widest server list, since it lists from 100 countries or more across its network
- ESET Brasil, if device counts drive the choice, since its plans scale from 3 to 25 devices under one plan
Opera
Who it suits
- People who want a browser with the VPN already inside it and left on at no cost.
- Readers who weigh an audited no-log claim highly, with Deloitte 2024 on record for the free browser VPN.
- Households that want the same tools across Windows, macOS and Linux.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers after an email hiding tool on its own: Apple Hide My Email starts at $0.99.
- Readers who want a data removal subscription instead, where EasyOptOuts starts at $19.99.
Current offers
Kaspersky
Current offer
Free trial
7-day free trial of Kaspersky VPN: 7 days free
Free for 7 days, auto-renews to a paid subscription unless cancelled in My Kaspersky; 2 days' reminder before trial end
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Opera
Current offer
Free trial
VPN Pro free trial: 7 days
Offered at Opera's discretion; unless cancelled before the trial ends the payment method is charged for the selected subscription period
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Kaspersky
What does Kaspersky Premium include besides the VPN?+
One Kaspersky Premium subscription covers vpn, password manager and parental controls, and the family plan lets the same subscription be shared with family members through one account. That bundle is the main reason to look here rather than a standalone VPN.
How many devices can one Kaspersky subscription cover?+
The plan covers 10 devices at once, which suits a couple or a shared family without straining. Server reach runs to 93 countries, a wider spread than the median VPN listed on the site.
Opera
How much does VPN Pro cost?+
VPN Pro opens at $8, and the monthly rate is $8. The longest term runs 12 months. On price from, Opera sits 73 of 131 brands, so entry price is its weakest cost point.
What does the free plan include?+
The free plan costs nothing and shows ads, and it keeps the built-in VPN along with AI chat. The features listed for the free tier are no logs and travel, and the pricing model is free.
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