Streaming comparison

NordVPN vs Surfshark: our current pick is NordVPN.

NordVPN is the stronger streaming pick right now if you want a better mix of speed, location choice, and day-to-day reliability. Surfshark may still be the better fit if you prefer its price, apps, or device policy. In our current scoring, NordVPN is at 9/10 versus 9/10 for streaming.

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Quick verdict

Choose NordVPN if you want the stronger mix of features for streaming right now. Choose Surfshark if its pricing, device allowance, or overall approach fits you better.

Why NordVPN stands out

• Large global network with 8,400+ servers in 167+ countries
• NordLynx delivers very good speeds on nearby and mid-distance servers
• Obfuscated and specialty servers help on restrictive networks

Why Surfshark may still suit you

• Unlimited-device support stands out immediately
• 4,500+ RAM-only servers in 100+ countries
• Good speed profile for streaming and everyday browsing

What to compare first

• whether it has the locations your services need
• how consistently it works from one server to the next
• whether speeds stay steady for HD and 4K
• how many devices you want signed in at once

Metric	NordVPN	Surfshark
Jurisdiction	Panama	Netherlands
Servers	8,400+	4,500+
Countries	167+	100+
Devices	10	Unlimited
Refund	30 days	30 days
Monthly plan	$12.99	€15.45
Protocol	NordLynx (WireGuard-based)	WireGuard
Stealth / anti-blocking	Obfuscated servers	Camouflage Mode
WireGuard
Score for Streaming	9/10	9/10