CyberGhost Wins
Winner
VS
Score Comparison
Criteria
CyberGhost
IPVanish
Overall Score
8.3
7.8
Security
8.5
8.0
Speed
8.5
8.2
Features
8.2
7.8
Pricing/Value
9.0
7.8
Ease of Use
8.0
7.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
CyberGhost
IPVanish
Starting Price
$2.19/mo
$3.33/mo
Pricing Model
Subscription
Subscription
Making Your Decision
When to Choose CyberGhost
Beginners and streaming enthusiasts who want optimized servers
CyberGhost combines an enormous server network with streaming-optimized servers and a generous 45-day guarantee, making it a low-risk choice for VPN newcomers focused on entertainment.
Strengths
- Largest server network with 11,000+ servers in 100 countries
- Specialized streaming servers for Netflix, BBC iPlayer, etc.
- 45-day money-back guarantee (longest in industry)
- NoSpy servers in Romania for enhanced privacy
Limitations
- Slower speeds on distant servers
- Apps can feel cluttered with options
- Doesn't work reliably in China
When to Choose IPVanish
Torrent users who want self-owned servers and unlimited devices
IPVanish appeals to torrent users with its unlimited connections and self-owned server infrastructure, though its past privacy issues and US location may give privacy purists pause.
Strengths
- Unlimited simultaneous device connections
- Owns and operates 100% of its server network
- Good speeds for torrenting and P2P
- SOCKS5 proxy included for faster torrents
Limitations
- Past logging controversy (2016, now resolved)
- US-based with Five Eyes jurisdiction concerns
- Struggles to unblock some streaming services
