Mullvad vs ProtonVPN

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Aug 14 by Billy G.

Mullvad
Mullvad
ProtonVPN
ProtonVPN
Verified Confidence: 85%

Verdict: Mullvad edges out for users prioritizing zero personal data with its no-account model and flat $5 pricing per Mullvad site and privacy audits. ProtonVPN wins on scale with 3000+ servers and free tier per ProtonVPN documentation but requires email signup. Wirecutter and RestorePrivacy reviews note Mullvad superior anonymity while ProtonVPN better for casual streaming.

Winner: Mullvad

Mullvad: 8.5/10

ProtonVPN: 7.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

MullvadProtonVPN
Base Price$5/month$4.99/month
Servers700+3000+
ProtocolsWireGuard, OpenVPNWireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2
JurisdictionSwedenSwitzerland

Mullvad

What works

  • No account or email required for signup
  • Flat pricing with no tiers
  • Strong focus on anonymity with cash/Monero payments

What doesn't

  • Fewer servers than larger providers
  • No streaming-optimized servers

ProtonVPN

What works

  • Free tier available for basic use
  • Integrated with Proton Mail and Drive
  • Strong streaming and torrent support

What doesn't

  • Free tier has speed and location limits
  • Requires account creation with email

Bottom line

Our pick: Mullvad.

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