NordVPN and PureVPN both render VPN services with a large customer base and a good reputation. Both have similar advantages and disadvantages, but let us take an in-depth look at both of the VPN providers.
Privacy protection and location
NordVPN is located in Panama while PureVPN is located in HongKong. Both countries do not have data retention laws.
Both NordVPN and PureVPN uses AES 256 cypher, OpenVPN and other encryption protocols to protect the privacy of their users online.
Security and other Features
Both NordVPN and PureVPN have basic user protection features such as kill switch, DNS and IPV6 leak protection and manual/automatic speed selection. But NordVPN offer users advanced security protection features such as anti-DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) tools and Double VPN (double encryption servers). But PureVPN offers users language choice and split tunnelling service which allows users to decide which traffic passes through the VPN.
Speed
In terms of speed, NordVPN edge out PureVPN with a difference of about 7%. NordVPN is noted to have clocked 95% normal internet connection speed while PureVPN clocked 88%.
Servers and their locations
NordVPN has 5200 servers located in 62 countries of the world. While PureVPN has 750 servers located in 141 countries of the world! In terms of wider coverage, PureVPN edges out NordVPN has it offers users way more coverage than NordVPN, though with far fewer servers than NordVPN. It’s a tricky decision here. But users are advised to check for VPN with servers closest to their locations.
P2P and Torrenting
NordVPN has more than a thousand servers dedicated for torrenting and P2P in 36 countries while PureVPN has 500 dedicated servers in 36 countries. Users can enjoy good torrenting and P2P connections from both VPN providers. But for users in North America, Europe and Asia, NordVPN is their best bet for torrenting, while for users in Africa and South America, PureVPN is their best bet.
Devices, connectivity and compatibility
Both NordVPN and PureVPN are compatible on commonly known OS like Windows, Android and iOS not minding whether the device is mobile or not. For connectivity, NordVPN allows a maximum of 6 users to connect to the same account while PureVPN allows for a maximum of 5 users to connect to the same account using a router.
Conclusion
The winner is clearly based on the choice of the user. However, both VPN service providers offers excellent VPN services. You can base your choice on your needs and geographic location.
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I am using Nord for 9 months, it works with Netflix US/UK, Sky Go and BBC iplayer, so i love it. It also allows torrenting in countries where it is illegal. Really like their service…
Thanks for the comparison! I have been choosing between these providers and now I’m leaning towards NordVPN. I want to set up a VPN on my router, so I think 6 connections are just enough for the whole family. I have also read somewhere, that NordVPN is highly recommended for watching Netflix. So I really do think that NordVPN is the right choice. Thanks!