Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Keeper vs NordVPN
Keeper
Higher score in this comparison
NordVPN
Keeper vs NordVPN: the differences
| Compare | KeeperReviewVisitVisit | NordVPNReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | YesHas it | No |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web app, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Android TV, TvOS |
| Security audit | SOC 2 Type 2 and SOC 3, ISO 27001/27017/27018, FedRAMP High, GovRAMP, FIPS 140-3, quarterly third-party penetration testing | Regular independent third-party security audits; ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 |
| Features | TOTP | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop, Obfuscation |
| Price from | Not confirmed | €14.99 |
| Family plan | 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage | Not confirmed |
| Passkeys | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Encryption | 256-bit AES with elliptic-curve cryptography, zero-knowledge record-level encryption on device, PBKDF2 1,000,000 iterations, TLS 1.3 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Zero-knowledge encryption (Yes).
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Key differences
- Keeper scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.1.
- Free plan: only Keeper.
- Platforms: only Keeper offers Web app, Safari, Opera.
- Platforms: only NordVPN offers Android TV, TvOS.
- Support channels: only Keeper offers Phone, Community.
- Features: only Keeper offers TOTP.
- Features: only NordVPN offers Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop.
Our verdict on each
Keeper
Keeper suits readers who want a password manager they can open on a free plan and grow into later, with passkeys, on-device encryption that keeps records unreadable to the provider, and a family plan that covers 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage.
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 | Keeper | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3Higher | 8.7Monthly plan runs at €14.99 and the longest plan at €3.49 a month, with €139.08 billed on renewal. |
| Offer | 9.6 | 9.6Covers 150 server countries, 10 devices and features including kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop. |
| Privacy | 9.3Higher | 9.0 |
How they place
| Ranking | Keeper | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Password managers | 11 of 69 | 1 of 69 |
| Privacy tools | 50 of 281 | 1 of 281 |
| Secure cloud storage and backup | 5 of 70 | 1 of 70 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Keeper | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Legal entity | Keeper Security, Inc. | Nord Security |
| Headquarters | United States | Lithuania |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2012 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Chat, Help centre |
Encrypted storage
| Fact | Keeper | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Free storage | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Price per TB per year | Not confirmed | €77.88 |
| Jurisdiction | US | Not confirmed |
| Compliance certifications | SOC 2 Type 2, SOC 3, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, FedRAMP High, GovRAMP Authorized, FIPS 140 3 | Not confirmed |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Keeper | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Protocols | Not confirmed | OpenVPN, NordLynx, NordWhisper |
| Logging policy | Not confirmed | No logs: VPN servers keep no logs, with independent no-log audits |
| Privacy tool type | Not confirmed | Ad blocker |
Identity protection
| Fact | Keeper | 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 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Keeper | NordVPN | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | €14.99above the median | €9.99 |
Median across 15 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Keeper
Pros
- A free plan is included, and most managers in this comparison offer one too (72.3%).
- Records are encrypted on the device using AES with elliptic-curve cryptography, so a stored vault stays unreadable to the provider, and TLS covers traffic in transit.
- Coverage spans Windows, macOS and Linux, so one vault reaches desktop, mobile, browser extension and web app.
Cons
- The service runs under Keeper Security, Inc. and US terms, which readers in other legal regimes should weigh before storing sensitive logins.
- Phone and chat support are less common than email and help centres in this comparison, at 41.1% and 34.4% of brands, though Keeper's email, chat and phone includes both.
- Shared allowances stop at 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage, so a household that stores a lot of files needs a bigger tier than the family 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
Keeper
Who it suits
- Readers who want to try a password manager on a free plan before paying for anything.
- Households that need separate private vaults plus shared file storage, which is what 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage sets out.
- People who want to reach help through email, chat and phone, including live chat and phone.
Who should look elsewhere
- People who want one ecosystem for everything, since Apple's iOS, iPadOS and macOS covers its own devices and nothing else.
- Teams that need Windows Server coverage, since Windows, Windows Server and macOS lists it and Keeper's Windows, macOS and Linux does not.
- Readers who expect every manager in the comparison to hand out a free plan, since Total Password has none while Keeper does.
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
Keeper
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 | Keeper | 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
Keeper
Does Keeper have a free plan?+
Yes. Keeper offers a free plan, and so do most managers in this comparison (72.3%). The free tier shows how the vault behaves with your own accounts, while the paid family plan is where 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage comes in.
What kind of prices do these password managers sit in?+
Across the brands compared here, monthly plans run as low as €0.87 and as high as €63.95, while longer terms sit between €0.73 and €99. A median long-term price of €3.97 shows where a multi-year commitment usually lands.
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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