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Head-to-Head Comparison

ExpressVPN vs NordVPN

Which VPN wins in 2026? We compared speed, security, streaming, and price.

Our recommendation

NordVPN wins (9.5/10 vs 9.3/10)
ExpressVPN
9.3/10

ExpressVPN delivers the best speeds and most reliable streaming performance of any VPN — with beginner-friendly apps across every platform.

Speed10.0
Security9.5
Streaming10.0

£6.67/mo

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Our Pick — NordVPN wins
NordVPN
9.5/10

The gold standard in VPN security. NordVPN combines military-grade encryption, blazing speeds, and a strict no-logs policy, making it the top choice for UK users.

Speed9.5
Security10.0
Streaming9.5

£3.99/mo

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Score Breakdown

CategoryExpressVPNNordVPNWinner
Overall Score9.3/109.5/10NordVPN
Speed10/109.5/10ExpressVPN
Security9.5/1010/10NordVPN
Streaming10/109.5/10ExpressVPN
Torrenting9/109.5/10NordVPN
Ease of Use10/109/10ExpressVPN
Value8/108.5/10NordVPN
Support9.5/109/10ExpressVPN

Feature Comparison

FeatureExpressVPNNordVPN
Servers3,000+6,400+
Countries105111
Simultaneous Devices810
JurisdictionBritish Virgin Islands (not in 14 Eyes)Panama (not in 5/9/14 Eyes)
Kill Switch
No-Logs Audited
Ad Blocker
Double VPN
Split Tunneling
Port Forwarding

Our Verdict

NordVPN wins this comparison with a score of 9.5/10 vs ExpressVPN's 9.3/10. The gold standard in VPN security. NordVPN combines military-grade encryption, blazing speeds, and a strict no-logs policy, making it the top choice for UK users.