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VPNs comparison · 2026
NordVPN edges out IPVanish in this VPNs comparison, scoring 88 against 82 across our seven scored dimensions. NordVPN leads on No-Logs Audit (85 vs 72), while IPVanish has the edge on Device Support (98 vs 86). The two are closest on Price, where the gap is just 2 points. On pricing, IPVanish starts cheaper at $3.33/mo versus $3.99/mo. Use the radar chart and dimension table below to find which fits your specific priorities best.
NordVPN
The most recognisable VPN — fast and feature-rich
88/100
IPVanish
Unlimited connections and US-based infrastructure
82/100
Radar comparison
NordVPN
88
IPVanish
82
Speed
Download and upload speed loss vs baseline
Privacy
Encryption, jurisdiction, and audit history
Server Network
Number of countries and server locations
Streaming
Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer unblocking rate
Price
Monthly cost and value for features
No-Logs Audit
Independent audit of no-logs policy
Device Support
Number of simultaneous connections and apps
Overall Score
NordVPN
Pros
Cons
IPVanish
Pros
Cons
Choose NordVPN if you value server network most and have budget for $3.99/month or more. Choose IPVanish if you value device support most and have budget for $3.33/month or more. If neither dimension is a clear priority, NordVPN's higher overall score (88/100) makes it the safer default in the vpns category.
Based on our independent scoring across 7 dimensions, NordVPN scores 88/100 overall versus IPVanish's 82/100 — a 6-point margin. NordVPN leads on Server Network in particular. That said, IPVanish may still be the right choice if the dimensions where it scores higher match your specific priorities — the radar chart above shows the full profile side by side.
IPVanish starts cheaper at $3.33/month versus NordVPN's $3.99/month. At higher usage tiers, the gap may narrow depending on each tool's scaling model. Check the official pricing pages for current plans — SaaS pricing changes frequently.
NordVPN scores higher on Server Network — 96/100 versus 80/100 for IPVanish. If server network is your primary decision criterion, NordVPN is the stronger choice in this head-to-head.
Switching between vpns tools is generally possible but involves migration effort: exporting your data or configuration from NordVPN, re-importing or reconfiguring in IPVanish, and updating any API integrations or environment variables in your codebase. The effort scales with how deeply embedded the tool is in your stack. Test IPVanish on a non-production project first before migrating.
NordVPN (88/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise server network — its strongest dimension — and who want a low-cost starting price. IPVanish (82/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise device support and want a low-cost starting price. If both dimensions matter equally, the overall score winner (NordVPN) is the safer default choice.
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