CyberGhost vs NordVPN
Both are Deloitte-audited and lean on speed for their streaming pitch — NordVPN with its NordLynx protocol and independently benchmarked speed tests, CyberGhost with 10-Gbps hardware and streaming-optimized servers. The gap is mostly in transparency and device count.
Side-by-side
| Factor | CyberGhost | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming-optimized servers | Yes, but count not published | No dedicated label — relies on large network + SmartPlay Smart DNS |
| P2P/torrenting servers | Yes — P2P-optimized servers (features page) | Yes — P2P allowed on specific servers, clearly documented |
| Speed protocol | WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2 | NordLynx (WireGuard-based), consistently strong in independent speed tests |
| Price (best long-term plan) | $2.19/mo (26-mo plan, billed $56.94 upfront) | Roughly $3–$5/mo on 2-year plans |
| Simultaneous devices | 7 | 10 |
| Free plan | ✗ No | ✗ No |
Where CyberGhost wins
CyberGhost's 26-month intro rate typically undercuts NordVPN's equivalent term, and its named list of 40+ unblockable platforms is more explicit than NordVPN's general unblocking reputation.
Where NordVPN has the edge
NordVPN covers more simultaneous devices (10 vs. 7), publishes a much larger total server count, and its NordLynx protocol has a longer public track record in independent speed benchmarks — useful if raw, verifiable speed is your top priority.
Choose CyberGhost if price and a broad named streaming-platform list matter most. Choose NordVPN if you want more devices covered and a speed protocol with a longer independent benchmark history.