NordVPN is faster and adds Meshnet. Surfshark wins on unlimited devices — if you have 7+ devices on your account, Surfshark is the pick.
| Feature | NordVPN | Surfshark |
|---|---|---|
| Best Speed | 584 Mbps | 420 Mbps |
| 2-Year Price | $3.09/month | $2.49/month |
| Simultaneous Devices | 6 devices | Unlimited |
| No-Logs Audit | PwC + Deloitte | Deloitte (once) |
| Netflix Unblocking | 100% — 8 libraries | 100% — 8 libraries |
| Meshnet Feature | ✓ Included | ✗ Not available |
| Server Count | 6,400+ servers | 3,200+ servers |
| Ad Blocker | Threat Protection Pro | CleanWeb (basic) |
NordVPN if you have 6 or fewer devices and care about maximum speed. Surfshark if you need unlimited devices or want to share one account across an entire household.
Yes — 420 Mbps vs 584 Mbps in our tests. Both are fast enough for streaming and general use. The gap matters for power users running large downloads or 4K streaming simultaneously on multiple devices.
Slightly — $2.49/mo vs $3.09/mo on 2-year plans. The $0.60/month difference is $14.40 over 2 years. NordVPN's better speed and additional features make it worth the small premium for most users.