Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Surfshark vs Vipre Security
Surfshark
Higher score in this comparison
Vipre Security
What sets them apart
| Compare | SurfsharkReviewVisitVisit | Vipre SecurityReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, RoutersCovers more | Windows, MacOS, Android |
| Logging policy | No-logs policy, independently verified by Deloitte in 2023 and 2025; RAM-only server network | VPN browsing activity not tracked, even by VIPRE |
| Jurisdiction | NL | US |
| Privacy tool type | Private dns, Ad blocker, SearchCovers more | Ad blocker |
| Price from | Not confirmed | $14.99 |
| Free plan | No | Not confirmed |
| Free plan limits | 7-day free trial, 3 devices | Not confirmed |
| Protocols | WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, Dausos | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Surfshark scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.2.
- Platforms: only Surfshark offers Linux, iOS, Android TV.
- Support channels: only Vipre Security offers Phone, Community.
- Founded is lower at Vipre Security: 1994 vs 2018.
- Surfshark is available in 240 more countries.
- Privacy tool type: only Surfshark offers Private dns, Search.
Our verdict on each
Surfshark
Surfshark suits households and small teams that want a wide network at a modest rate, and it reaches further than most rivals at this price. Its long-term plan price is €2.49, under the site median for long-term plans, €3.97, and every purchase carries a 30 money-back window.
Vipre Security
Vipre Security ranks 1 among 22 brands on renewal price, the number most households meet a year later. It suits US households that want antivirus and a VPN in one subscription across Windows, macOS and Android, and a 30 day trial takes the risk out of the first decision.
Score breakdown
| Area | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.6HigherSurfshark's long-term plan price of €2.49 undercuts the site median €3.97, while the monthly plan at €2.49 keeps entry low. | 9.4Entry of $14.99 is under the €49.95 site median, and the family tier is $39.99. |
| Offer | 9.5HigherThe plan bundles private dns, ad blocker and search with a 7 trial and a 30 money-back window. | 8.8 |
| Privacy | 8.7 | 9.4Higher |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Netherlands | United States |
Available in 10 countries for both. Additional countries for Surfshark: 240.
How they place
| Ranking | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Identity theft protection | 7 of 117 | 14 of 117 |
| Privacy tools | 7 of 281 | 26 of 281 |
| Ad blockers and private DNS | 6 of 63 | 14 of 63 |
Sources behind this comparison
Surfshark
- surfshark.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Vipre Security
- vipre.com: 10 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Budget | Budget |
| Legal entity | Surfshark B.V. | VIPRE Security Group, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Netherlands | United States |
| Founded | 2018 | 1994Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Identity protection
| Fact | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | €2.49 | Not confirmed |
| Insurance amount | $1,000,000 | Not confirmed |
| Family plan price | Not confirmed | $39.99 |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 30 daysHigher |
| Money-back period | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Data removal
| Fact | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly price | €121.23 | Not confirmed |
| Countries covered | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Switzerland | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Surfshark | Vipre Security | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $14.99highest quarter | $8 |
Median across 83 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Surfshark
Pros
- Servers in 100 countries, ranking 7 on coverage among 62 brands compared.
- The no-logs policy is independently verified by Deloitte, with the current audit listed as Deloitte 2025.
- A single subscription covers Windows, macOS and Linux.
Cons
- There is no free plan, so the 7-day free trial, 3 devices is the only way to try Surfshark before paying.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, with no phone line for urgent problems.
- Price-first readers have cheaper options: MEGA lists $1.67 and Sinew Software Systems lists $1.99 for a long-term plan.
Vipre Security
Pros
- Antivirus and vpn arrive in one subscription, so there is no second bill for a private connection.
- Support runs on email, chat and phone, putting email, chat and phone in reach alongside written answers.
- A single plan covers 1 to 5, so a person or a couple can share one subscription instead of paying twice.
Cons
- There is no free version, so protection starts with a payment rather than a download.
- Coverage stops at Windows, macOS and Android, so an Apple-only household is left out, unlike Apple Inc. and its iOS, iPadOS and macOS.
- A plan covers 1 to 5, well short of the 50 in the Comodo (Xcitium) offering.
Who each suits
Surfshark
Who it suits
- Households covering several device types, with apps across Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Small teams priced for business, with 100 server countries and privacy extras of private dns, ad blocker and search in one subscription.
- Readers who put audit evidence first, since the no-logs policy is verified by Deloitte and the current audit is Deloitte 2025.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers chasing the lowest long-term rate, where MEGA at $1.67 and Sinew Software Systems at $1.99 sit lower.
- Buyers looking for antivirus rather than a network, where ESET Brasil is the comparison to read, with 40 to 70 server countries in its coverage.
Vipre Security
Who it suits
- US households on Windows, macOS and Android that want one subscription covering protection and vpn.
- People who judge the plan on the second year rather than the discount, since renewal is the bill they keep paying.
- Small households that would rather have a private connection included than buy it separately, with vpn already in the plan.
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple-only homes, who should compare Apple Inc. and the iOS, iPadOS and macOS it covers.
- Large device counts, who should look at Comodo (Xcitium) and its 50 against 1 to 5 here.
- Readers comparing prices in Brazil, who should see ESET Brasil at BRL 64.22 in local currency.
Current offers
Surfshark
Current offer
Bonus
+3 EXTRA months, Save 85% on Surfshark Starter: Starter EUR 2.49/mo., sale price EUR 67.23 for the first 27 months (old price EUR 444.15)
24-month plans, VAT may apply, 30-day money-back guarantee
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
7-day free trial: 7 days free on 3 devices
Available on all 12-month and 24-month plans; payment by credit card, Apple Pay or PayPal
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Vipre Security
Current offer
First period offer
Antivirus Plus annual plan first-year price: Save 61%: $14.99/year first year vs $38.49/year
Annual subscription for 1 Windows device, first year only; 30-day money-back guarantee
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Advanced Security annual plan first-year price: Save 66%: $19.99/year first year vs $60.15/year
Annual subscription for 1 Windows/Mac device, first year only
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Ultimate Security Bundle annual plan first-year price: Save 74%: $39.99/year first year vs $153.99/year
Annual subscription for 5 Windows/Mac devices, first year only; includes unlimited VPN
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
30-day free trial: 30 days free
New users; home antivirus products
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Surfshark | Vipre Security |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Yes | No |
| Aland Islands | Yes | No |
| Albania | Yes | No |
| Algeria | Yes | No |
| American Samoa | Yes | No |
| Andorra | Yes | No |
| Angola | Yes | No |
| Anguilla | Yes | No |
8 of 250 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Surfshark
What does Surfshark cost month to month and on a long commitment?+
Surfshark's monthly plan is listed at €2.49 and the yearly plan at €121.23. The longest plan runs 27 months, which brings the monthly rate to €2.49, below the site median for long-term plans, €3.97. A 30 money-back window sits behind the longer commitments.
Is there a free plan, or only a trial?+
The free plan is no, so nothing runs indefinitely at no cost. What is offered is a 7 trial, and the stated free plan limits read 7-day free trial, 3 devices. After that trial ends, the 30 money-back window is the route to a full refund if the service does not fit your setup.
Vipre Security
How much is Vipre Security for the first year?+
The first year is $14.99, listed by VIPRE Security Group, Inc. in US dollars. There is no free version, so the plan is paid from the start rather than trimmed from a free tier. For scale, the median first-year price across the brands compared here is €49.95, and the lowest first year on the site is €10.87.
What does it cost at renewal?+
Renewal is $38.49, well above the $14.99 entry rate, and that gap is the main thing to weigh. On this site Vipre Security ranks 1 on renewal price among 22 brands, while the first year sits at 3 of 36. Low entry, gentler second year.
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