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Hotspot Shield vs ProtonVPN

Side-by-side comparison of Hotspot Shield and ProtonVPN using vpn services metrics tracked on CrunchCompare. Verify current pricing and terms on each provider site before buying.

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Hotspot Shield

Hydra protocol turbo speeds

3editorial rating

Hotspot Shield offers a balanced mix of security features and performance suited for everyday browsing, streaming and P2P. Recent audits and modern protocols keep it competitive in 2025.

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ProtonVPN

Swiss privacy meets speed

5editorial rating

Built by CERN scientists, ProtonVPN runs on Swiss privacy laws and delivers 10‑Gbps servers. The paid tier unblocks everything while the free plan stays speedier than most paid rivals.

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MetricHotspot ShieldProtonVPN
Speed91.4786.07
Servers1,8006,430
Countries80100
Price12.999.99
LogsSome logsNo logs

Hotspot Shield at a glance

Pros

  • No‑logs
  • Good speeds
  • Streaming access

Cons

  • Mixed speeds
  • Small server fleet

ProtonVPN at a glance

Pros

  • No‑logs
  • WireGuard support
  • 24/7 support

Cons

  • Mixed speeds
  • Small server fleet