Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
PureVPN vs Surfshark One (Antivirus)
PureVPN
Higher score in this comparison
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
Where PureVPN and Surfshark One (Antivirus) differ
| Compare | PureVPNReviewVisitVisit | Surfshark One (Antivirus)ReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, IPadOS, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Huawei, Chromebook, RoutersCovers more | Windows, MacOS, Android |
| Protocols | WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, SSTP | Doh |
| Logging policy | No-log: does not store data generated by use of the service; independently audited no-log certification | No-logs policy, independently verified by Deloitte in 2023 and 2025; RAM-only server network |
| Jurisdiction | VG | NL |
| Price from | $12.95 | Not confirmed |
| Free plan limits | Not confirmed | 7-day free trial, 3 devices |
| Open source | No | Not confirmed |
| Privacy tool type | Not confirmed | Private dns, Ad blocker, Search |
Same on both: Free plan (No).
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Key differences
- PureVPN scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 8.5.
- Platforms: only PureVPN offers Linux, iOS, IPadOS.
- Protocols: only PureVPN offers WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2.
- Protocols: only Surfshark One (Antivirus) offers Doh.
- Support channels: only PureVPN offers Community.
- Founded is lower at PureVPN: 2007 vs 2018.
Our verdict on each
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.
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
Surfshark One puts antivirus and a VPN in the same subscription, which separates it from the plans next to it. It suits households that want one bill across a few devices, with a first-year price of €75.33 and a monthly option at €2.49.
Score breakdown
| Area | PureVPN | Surfshark One (Antivirus) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherThe monthly plan's $12.95 and its $12.95 renewal sit high, though $2.16 on the long-term plan is low. | 8.4 |
| Offer | 9.6HigherAudited no-log policy, 10 simultaneous devices, from 65 server countries and a 31 money-back window. | 8.9Extras list a VPN, cover runs to 5 devices on Windows, macOS and Android, and a trial of 7 days is offered. |
| Privacy | 9.5Higher | 8.1 |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | PureVPN | Surfshark One (Antivirus) |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy tools | 6 of 281 | 9 of 281 |
What we checked
PureVPN
- purevpn.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
- surfshark.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | PureVPN | Surfshark One (Antivirus) |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Budget | Budget |
| Legal entity | GZ Systems Limited | Surfshark B.V. |
| Headquarters | Virgin Islands, British | Netherlands |
| Founded | 2007Lower | 2018 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Chat, Help centre |
Identity protection
| Fact | PureVPN | Surfshark One (Antivirus) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $12.95 | €2.49 |
| Insurance amount | Not confirmed | $1,000,000 |
| Free trial length | Not confirmed | 7 days |
| Money-back period | 31 days | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | PureVPN | Surfshark One (Antivirus) | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $12.95highest quarter | Not confirmed | $8 |
Median across 83 listed providers.
Pros and cons
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.
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
Pros
- Extras include a VPN, so protection and privacy arrive on one subscription (vpn)
- Covers 5 devices on Windows, macOS and Android
- A trial of 7 days lets you test the paid tier first
Cons
- No free version, so a subscription is the only way to run the protection
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre, with no phone line among them
- 5 devices sits under the group median of 7
Who each suits
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.
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
Who it suits
- Readers who already pay for a VPN and want malware protection on the same bill
- Households that fit within 5 covered devices
- People who want one subscription across security tools rather than several separate buys
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple Inc. users, who get security features across iOS, iPadOS and macOS from the operating system itself
- Comodo (Xcitium) users who need room for 50 devices on a single plan
- ESET Brasil readers after a different first-year quote, since its first-year price is BRL 64.22
Current offers
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
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
Current offer
First period offer
Surfshark One 24-month plan with 3 extra months: EUR 75.33 for the first 27 months (Save 85%)
Surfshark One plan on the 24-month term; Starter EUR 67.23 and One+ EUR 121.23 also discounted; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Free trial: 7 days free
Free trial limited to 3 devices; 30-day money-back guarantee if you subscribe after the trial
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
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.
Surfshark One (Antivirus)
What does Surfshark One cost at the start and after renewal?+
The first-year price is €75.33, and the monthly option is listed at €2.49. Set the opening figure against the group median of €49.95. What a renewal costs depends on the checkout terms, so the total shown at the point of payment is the figure to check.
Does the plan include a VPN or is that bought separately?+
A VPN is bundled into the same plan and listed among the extras, so antivirus and privacy cover arrive on one subscription rather than two. That bundling is what separates this offer from antivirus sold on its own. Around 97.1% of the products in this group also bundle a VPN.
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