strongSwan
7.3#18 in virtual private network softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
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Windscribe
9.1#2 in business vpn softwareFrom $3 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | strongSwan | Windscribe |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2005 | 2016 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | The project page says secunet Security Networks AG acquired strongSwan's intellectual property rights in June 2022. | Windscribe says it has no outside investors and is owned by founders Yegor Sak, Alex Paguis, Mark Ulicki, and employees. |
strongSwan plans
- GPLv2 open-source licenseFree
- Commercial license and supportPriced on request
Windscribe plans
- Build-A-Plan$3 a month
- Pro Monthly$9 a month
- Pro Yearly$69 a year
- FreeFree
- ScribeForce$5 a month
- Pro$9 a month
Pick strongSwan if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Windscribe if…
Windscribe suits users seeking a VPN across desktop, mobile and web, including those who want streaming or torrent support. Its free and Build-A-Plan options may suit users selecting a more limited data allowance or chosen locations.