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FastVPN vs Surfshark

Both stand on vpn services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

FastVPN

Free trial AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

FastVPN combines broad device coverage, streaming support, and several VPN protocols. Review the device and data-handling details, especially if using macOS features or privacy servers.

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Pick Surfshark if you want a VPN with broad device support, streaming and torrenting support, and unlimited simultaneous connections on a paid subscription. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or a trial that covers more than three devices.

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The facts

	FastVPN	Surfshark
Free plan	A free trial	No
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows	Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid plan	See the plans	Surfshark Starter: $2.49, paid once
Plans published	4	4
Maker	FastVPN	Surfshark
Website	namecheap.com	surfshark.com
On vpn services	#40 of 88	#44 of 88

FastVPN: what it does well

More than 2,700 servers in 100+ locations
Supports streaming and torrenting
WireGuard, IKEv2, and OpenVPN protocols
Unlimited devices advertised
24/7 customer support

What to know first

No free plan
One-month plan costs $7.88 a month
macOS kill switch and ad blocker require WireGuard
Service-specific user ID is shared upstream

Surfshark: what it does well

Server network spans 100 countries and includes more than 4,500 servers.
Supports streaming, torrenting, WireGuard and a kill switch.
Paid subscriptions allow unlimited simultaneous device connections.
Lists a verified no-logs audit.
Offers a 7-day trial and a 30-day refund period.

What to know first

There is no free plan.
The 7-day trial is limited to three devices.
The listed prices cover the first 27 months and VAT may apply.

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