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CyberGhost vs ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN and CyberGhost both cover the basics well: audited no-logs policies, modern protocols, native apps for every platform. The headline trade-off is price vs polish.

Best for dedicated server categories and broad app support
Long-term plan
$2.19/mo on the 26-month plan
Trustpilot 4.1
Visit CyberGhost
Best for simple apps and broad platform support
Long-term plan
$2.99/mo on the 28-month plan
Trustpilot 4.5
Visit ExpressVPN

Verdict: which is better?

Pick CyberGhost if you want the lowest long-term price and you do not need every advanced feature. Pick ExpressVPN if you value the simpler app, faster Lightway protocol, and stronger global streaming reputation.

CyberGhost wins on
  • Best long-term price
  • Money-back window
ExpressVPN wins on
  • Overall rating
  • Countries
  • Audited no-logs
  • Trustpilot

CyberGhost vs ExpressVPN: head-to-head

FeatureCyberGhostExpressVPN
Best long-term price$2.19/mo on the 26-month plan$2.99/mo on the 28-month plan
Overall rating3.90 / 54.40 / 5
Server count9800+3000+
Countries100105
Streaming unblocks5 services5 services
Audited no-logs3 audits12 audits
JurisdictionRomaniaBritish Virgin Islands
14 Eyes allianceNoNo
Trustpilot4.1 (15,400)4.5 (22,100)
Money-back window45 days30 days
Free trialYesYes

Pricing and specs are pulled from our latest data for each provider. Verify current pricing on the provider site before purchase.

CyberGhost vs ExpressVPN FAQ

Is CyberGhost cheaper than ExpressVPN?

CyberGhost is the more affordable option at $2.19/mo on the 26-month plan, compared with $2.99/mo on the 28-month plan for ExpressVPN. Both prices reflect the longest published term; check the monthly rate for short-term signups.

Which is rated higher, CyberGhost or ExpressVPN?

ExpressVPN scores higher on our 18-dimension rubric (4.40/5 vs 3.90/5 for CyberGhost). The breakdown is in the table above, with weights published on /how-we-rank.

Has CyberGhost or ExpressVPN been independently audited?

ExpressVPN has been independently audited 12 times. CyberGhost has 3 on record. Audit count and recency are weighted heavily in our privacy scoring.

CyberGhost vs ExpressVPN: which should I pick?

Choose CyberGhost if dedicated server categories and broad app support; choose ExpressVPN if simple apps and broad platform support. The head-to-head above covers price, privacy, streaming, and trust signals so you can match the winner to your use case.

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