NordVPN
$64.68/yr
46% less than Proton Unlimited
NordVPN vs Proton Unlimited
Price, free plan and alternatives, side by side
The comparison in short
- NordVPNno free plan
- Proton Unlimitedhas a free plan
NordVPN, Proton Unlimited
Worth subscribing
On price, NordVPN wins. To start without paying, Proton Unlimited has a free plan.
Side-by-side comparison
| APPLICATION | NordVPNSecurity | Proton UnlimitedSecurity |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly billing | $14.69/mo$14.69Basic | $12.99/mo$12.99Unlimited |
| Per year | $64.68/yrannual plan · −63% | $120/yrannual plan · −23% |
| Billing model | Flat subscription | Flat subscription |
| Free tier | no free tier; 30-day money-back guarantee | 1 user; 1 email address; 1 GB initial storage (up to 5 GB after account actions); limited VPN and password-manager access |
| Additional costs | Introductory prices jump sharply at renewal, sales tax can be added, and some identity/dedicated-IP features require regional eligibility or additional setup | Taxes can be added; storage, addresses and users above the included personal limits require a different Proton plan, and discounted acquisition offers can renew at the then-current standard rate |
| Can you rebuild it? | Worth subscribingclosest consolation build: one sitting | Worth subscribingnot a true replacement; consolation build in one to two days |
| Free alternatives | +1 | — |
| Checked on | 08/14/2026 | 10/20/2026 |
| Buy on the official site | Buy View app page | Buy View app page |
The free plan compares up to 2 apps. Pro compares up to 4. See plans →
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