2026

Proton VPN vs CyberGhost

Proton VPN and CyberGhost compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?

Proton VPN

8.7

/ 10

Proton VPN comes from the team behind ProtonMail and is based in Switzerland – under the protection of strict Swiss privacy laws. The software is fully open source and independently audited. Proton VPN offers Secure Core servers that route traffic through multiple countries, and a strong free tier with no data limit. Ideal for users who prioritize maximum transparency and privacy.

1st Year PriceCHF 79.90 RenewalCHF 79.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

Protection 9.7

Performance 8.8

Best for 8.7

First-year price 8.0

Key features 8.8

Support 8.0

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CyberGhost

8.9

/ 10

CyberGhost offers one of the largest VPN networks with over 11,000 servers in 100 countries. The software is particularly beginner-friendly with dedicated streaming and torrent servers. Speeds are solid and the 2-year plan is among the cheapest on the market. Ideal for users seeking an uncomplicated VPN for streaming and everyday privacy.

1st Year PriceCHF 56.90 RenewalCHF 119.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

Protection 9.0

Performance 8.8

Best for 9.3

First-year price 9.2

Key features 8.8

Support 8.4

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Our Verdict

CyberGhost narrowly wins – Proton VPN is the leaner choice.

CyberGhost scores 8.9 / 10 overall and is the stronger pick on protection and feature scope. If you value maximum performance, low resource use and lower renewal costs, Proton VPN is the better fit. Both are excellent options for Swiss users.

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Our verdict

CyberGhost takes a slight lead in our comparison with an overall score of 8.9 out of 10 – an advantage of 0.2 points over Proton VPN. The gap is small but consistent across multiple test dimensions.

On price, Proton VPN currently sits at CHF 80 in year one, CyberGhost at CHF 57. Watch the renewal price closely: both are transparently listed in the table above and matter more long-term than the introductory price.

Strength profiles: Proton VPN scores highest on protection, CyberGhost on usability. If you care most about one of those dimensions, the choice is clear. For all-round needs, either product is a safe pick.

Feature-by-feature comparison

Criterion	Proton VPN	CyberGhost
Real-time protection	Yes	Yes
Built-in VPN	No	No
Password manager	No	No
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing	No	No
Parental controls	No	No
Identity protection	No	No
Low system impact	No	No
Platforms	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad
Number of devices (standard licence)	10	7
System impact in daily use	Moderate	Moderate

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Frequently asked questions about Proton VPN vs CyberGhost

Which scores higher on protection, Proton VPN or CyberGhost?

Both reach top scores in AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives – the differences are small. The exact scores are in the comparison table above.

Which is cheaper in year 1 and on renewal – Proton VPN or CyberGhost?

Look at the price columns above: year-one price and renewal price are stated transparently side by side. The renewal delta is often the bigger cost factor over 3 years.

Which is better for families, Proton VPN or CyberGhost?

Both offer family plans for 5–10 devices. What matters: does the product have a dedicated parental-controls mode, screen-time management and a smooth setup. Details in the feature table.

Do I get better Mac/mobile support with Proton VPN or CyberGhost?

Platform support is listed in the comparison above. Generally: macOS performance is best with Bitdefender and Intego; Android protection is most mature with Bitdefender, Norton and Kaspersky.