Psiphon vs Surfshark
Psiphon
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| Figure | Psiphon | Surfshark |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Spec score · VPNs for Iran | 8.3 (#7) | 8.2 (#8) |
| Spec score · VPN services | 8.7 (#17) | 8.9 (#11) |
| Founded | 2006 | 2018 |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario, Canada | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Verified no-logs audit | No | Yes |
| Supported platforms | The download page offers Android, iOS, and Windows downloads; a native macOS app is in development. | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Android TV, AppleTV, and FireTV |
Plans
Psiphon
- PremiumPrice not published
- Psiphon Premium MonthlyPrice not published
- Psiphon Premium AnnualPrice not published
- Conduit AccessFree
- Psiphon BasicFree
- Psiphon Plus$2.88 a month
Surfshark
- StarterPrice not published
- Surfshark One$2.79, paid once
- Surfshark One+$4.49, paid once
- Surfshark Starter$2.49, paid once
In their own words
Psiphon
Psiphon routes internet traffic through its network to help users reach websites and services that may be blocked or restricted. It automatically tries different connection methods and adapts when network conditions change. The app is intended for browsing, messaging, calls, video, gaming and downloads, and users can install and connect without an account or email address. Psiphon says its network includes more than 50,000 servers across 33 countries. Its free Basic plan is ad-supported, has reduced features and costs nothing; Plus costs $2.88 a month and is described as offering the full network, no ads and every feature. Premium, Premium Monthly and Premium Annual are also listed, with no prices stated; their listed benefits are fewer ads and a faster VPN. Psiphon says it processes limited technical information to operate, secure and improve its network, without building identity or browsing profiles. Client apps and core tunnelling technology are open source, and the Trust Center lists independent reviews including Cure53 audits from May 2024. Android, iOS, Windows and macOS appear in the platform facts, though the native macOS app is in development.