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Alternatives to Mullvad

17 other tools do at least one of the 1 task Mullvad does. Tools with a tested score come first; the rest are ordered by how many tasks they share with Mullvad.

Disclosure: agathox makes some of the tools listed here. They are labelled and scored by the same method as every other tool.

AirVPN
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AirVPN is listed for: vpn.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Not stated.
Signup
An account is required to use the service. The page says: “When you open an account , you are not forced to enter any personal data, not even a real e-mail address.”
ExpressVPN
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ExpressVPN is listed for: vpn.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Not stated.
Signup
Not stated.
Hotspot Shield
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Hotspot Shield is the leading VPN for online security and verified as #1 VPN for speed by experts. Download VPN for Windows, Mac, Android, iOS & more.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Not stated.
Signup
The service requires an account to secure devices. The page says: “Secure 10 devices with one account, from laptops, phones, and TVs.”
OpenVPN
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Secure your business with OpenVPN. Flexible SMB VPN solutions for remote access and remote work, self-hosted or cloud-managed with zero trust security.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Access Server free plan allows up to 2 simultaneous connections, free forever, no credit card required. New sign-ups start with a 14-day trial of up to 100 connections, then move to the free plan.
Signup
Plans link to an account sign-up page and the FAQ mentions free plan sign-ups, but the page does not state explicitly that an account is required.
Mullvad vs OpenVPN
Private Internet Access
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PIA VPN is a top-rated VPN service – with ultra-fast speeds, worldwide streaming servers, and 100% open-source software. Try PIA risk free for 30 days.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Not stated.
Signup
An account is required to use the service. The page says: “Choose your plan, download the PIA VPN app, verify your account, and be protected in minutes.”
Surfshark
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Protect your devices, identity, & data ● Scam & phishing protection ● Identity theft protection ● Device security ● Secure connection ● Fast VPN
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Free tier: Not stated. A free trial is mentioned in the FAQ, limited to 3 devices; its length is not stated.
Signup
Policy describes account creation with email, but does not say whether an account is required.
Mullvad vs Surfshark
Tailscale
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The connectivity platform for devs, IT, and security teams. Zero Trust identity-based access that deploys in minutes and scales to every resource. Start free.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Free tier
Free Personal plan, non-commercial use only: up to 6 users, unlimited user devices, up to 3 ACL groups, 50 tagged resources included, 1,000 ephemeral minutes per month.
Signup
Policy refers to registration and user accounts but does not explicitly say whether an account is required.
Mullvad vs Tailscale
CyberGhost
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CyberGhost is the best VPN service. With blazing fast servers, it offers top privacy for all devices, Windows, iOS, Mac, Android, or Linux.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
IPVanish
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Protect your connection and devices with a fast, private VPN plus next-gen antivirus. 150+ locations, verified no-logs, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
IVPN
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IVPN is listed for: vpn.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
NordVPN
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NordVPN is listed for: vpn.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
ProtonVPN
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Get fast, secure VPN service in 140+ countries. Download our free VPN now — or check out Proton VPN Plus for even more premium features.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
PureVPN
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PureVPN is listed for: vpn.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
TunnelBear
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Really simple VPN to browse the web privately & securely. Unblock websites around the world with applications for Mac, PC, iOS, Android & Chrome.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
VyprVPN
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Protect yourself with exclusive features and proprietary technology. VyprVPN is the best VPN for hiding your IP address for streaming, privacy, and more!
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
Windscribe
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Protect your privacy, stream global content, and mask your location with the best VPN service. Enjoy fast speeds and servers in over 135 locations.
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN
WireGuard
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WireGuard: fast, modern, secure VPN tunnel
Shares 1 of 1 tasks: VPN