ExpressVPNvsNordVPN
Score Comparison
Signals Comparison
ExpressVPN
- ExpressVPN price increase 2026 - 2-year plans up about 25%(6/10)
- Why is ExpressVPN so expensive after the first term? Renewal jumps to $99.95-$199.95/year(7/10)
- ExpressVPN auto-renewal class action lawsuit (2025)(6/10)
- ExpressVPN Basic vs Advanced vs Pro - extras locked behind higher tiers(4/10)
NordVPN
- Why is NordVPN renewal so expensive?(8/10)
- NordVPN auto-renewed without warning(8/10)
- NordVPN refund not possible for App Store purchases(6/10)
- NordVPN 10 device limit(4/10)
- NordVPN upsells: Complete, Prime and paid add-ons(4/10)
ExpressVPN
- Charged again after cancelling ExpressVPN auto-renewal(7/10)
- ExpressVPN refund denied - 30-day guarantee has limits(6/10)
NordVPN
- NordVPN refused refund after renewal(8/10)
- NordVPN support gives generic answers(5/10)
ExpressVPN
- ExpressVPN not working with Netflix - proxy error M7111-5059(6/10)
- ExpressVPN unable to connect or stuck on connecting(7/10)
NordVPN
- NordVPN keeps disconnecting or won't connect(7/10)
- NordVPN not working with Netflix (proxy error)(6/10)
ExpressVPN
- ExpressVPN keeps disconnecting on Android and iPhone(6/10)
NordVPN
No signals
ExpressVPN
- Why is ExpressVPN so slow? Speeds vary a lot by test and server(5/10)
NordVPN
- Why is NordVPN so slow on some servers?(5/10)
ExpressVPN
- Is ExpressVPN safe after the Kape takeover? Ownership trust concerns(4/10)
NordVPN
No signals
ExpressVPN
- ExpressVPN device limit 10-14 vs unlimited devices on Surfshark(3/10)
NordVPN
- NordVPN Threat Protection blocking websites(5/10)
- No internet after disconnecting NordVPN(6/10)
ExpressVPN
- ExpressVPN Lightway Turbo hides the VPN adapter on Windows - torrent binding breaks(4/10)
NordVPN
- NordVPN Meshnet shutdown scare(5/10)
ExpressVPN
No signals
NordVPN
- NordVPN login not working or stuck in a login loop(6/10)
Pricing Comparison
ExpressVPN
Users: 10
Limits: No tracker blocking, no ExpressKeys password manager, no eSIM data, dedicated IP costs extra
Users: 12
Limits: No ExpressAI, dedicated IP not included
Users: 14
Limits: Most of the extra cost goes to bundled extras (AI, email relay, eSIM) rather than the VPN itself
NordVPN
Users: 10
Limits: No antivirus, password manager or cloud storage
Users: 10
Storage: 1 TB
Users: 10
Storage: 1 TB
Limits: Identity features mainly aimed at US users
Users: 10
Feature Comparison
| Feature | ExpressVPN | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Protocols | ||
| Lightway protocol (UDP/TCP) Default; Lightway Turbo on Windows | ||
| WireGuard Listed as a fallback protocol in current apps | ||
| OpenVPN TCP and UDP | ||
| Core | ||
| NordLynx (WireGuard-based) protocol Fastest option; OpenVPN also available | ||
| Obfuscated servers For restrictive networks; slower | ||
| Security | ||
| Kill switch Windows has app-level and internet-level modes | ||
| Kill switch (Network Lock) | ||
| Threat Protection Ad/malware/phishing blocking; can cause false positives | ||
| Ad/tracker blocking Tracker blocking only on Advanced and Pro | ||
| Double VPN / Onion over VPN Large speed loss | ||
| Networking | ||
| Meshnet Shutdown announced for Dec 2025, then reversed | ||
| Features | ||
| Split tunneling | ||
| Dedicated IP Paid add-on on Basic/Advanced, included in Pro; Lightway only | ||
| Extras | ||
| Password manager (ExpressKeys) Advanced and Pro | ||
| Plans | ||
| Unlimited devices 10 / 12 / 14 devices by tier | ||
| Free plan 30-day money-back guarantee for new customers only | ||
| Platforms | ||
| Router app Asus, Linksys, Netgear, Aircove/Fortify | ||
| Pricing | ||
| Free plan or free trial 30-day money-back guarantee instead | ||