hide.me
9.4#1 in vpn servicesFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebExtension
Visithide.me vs strongSwan
strongSwan
7.3#18 in virtual private network softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | hide.me | strongSwan |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2012 | 2005 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The knowledge base lists 24/7 live chat, tickets, email, FAQs and community assistance. | Free support includes documentation, GitHub Discussions, and an IRC channel; commercial support is also available from listed providers. |
hide.me plans
- Premium — 1 month—
- Premium — 26 months—
- Premium — 13 months—
- FreeFree
- Premium 26-month$2.69
- Premium yearly$4.57
strongSwan plans
- GPLv2 open-source licenseFree
- Commercial license and supportPriced on request
Pick hide.me if…
hide.me suits people seeking VPN access across desktop and mobile platforms, with streaming or torrent support. Its free tier may suit a single-connection user, while Premium is relevant to people needing up to 10 simultaneous connections.
Pick strongSwan if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.