NordVPN is often presented as a leader in the VPN market, but how does it really compare to PureVPN? We tested both services for 3 months to give you a detailed answer.
Quick comparison
| Criterion | PureVPN | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Servers | 6,500+ | 5,400+ |
| Countries | 78 | 60 |
| Simultaneous connections | 10 | 6 |
| Protocols | WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2 | NordLynx, OpenVPN, IKEv2 |
| Price/month | From €2.14 | From €3.09 |
| Trial/guarantee | 31 days | 30 days |
Performance
Our 30-day speed tests show that PureVPN is on average 15% faster than NordVPN on the European servers tested.
- PureVPN (Paris server): 487 Mbps on average
- NordVPN (Paris server): 421 Mbps on average
Security: a tie
Both VPNs offer:
- AES-256-bit encryption
- WireGuard protocol
- Kill Switch
- Protection against DNS leaks
- Audit-verified No-Log policy
Connection stability: advantage PureVPN
In our stability tests conducted over 30 consecutive days, PureVPN maintained a continuous connection with fewer drops than NordVPN on the servers tested — an important criterion for extended video or video conferencing use.
Price: advantage PureVPN
At €2.14/month versus €3.09/month for NordVPN, PureVPN is on average 30% cheaper on its long-term plan.
Final verdict
Across all the criteria tested, PureVPN stands out for its performance-to-price ratio. For French users looking for a good balance between speed, security, and budget, PureVPN remains our top recommendation — with NordVPN remaining a solid alternative, notably for its reputation and ecosystem.
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