Windscribe vs CyberGhost
Windscribe leads CyberGhost by 0.3 points overall (8.0 vs 7.7).
8.0/10, Very good
7.7/10, Very good
Criterion by criterion
Where each one wins
Windscribe7.0
Clear minimal-logging policy, but we could not confirm a recent independent no-logs audit.
Privacy & audits
30% weight
CyberGhost7.5
Has had an independent no-logs audit; publishes transparency reports.
Windscribe8.0
WireGuard, firewall-style kill switch and built-in ad and tracker blocking.
Security features
20% weight
CyberGhost7.5
WireGuard and kill switch, with fewer advanced options than leaders.
Windscribe8.5
Usable free tier and flexible build-a-plan pricing.
Value for money
20% weight
CyberGhost8.5
Low long-term pricing and a 45-day refund window on longer plans.
Windscribe8.0
Apps on all major platforms and router support; interface is dense.
Apps & ease of use
15% weight
CyberGhost8.0
Simple apps with purpose-labelled servers; Linux is command-line only.
Windscribe9.0
Unlimited simultaneous devices, even on the free plan.
Devices & flexibility
15% weight
CyberGhost7.0
Seven simultaneous devices.
Published facts
Side by side
| Fact | Windscribe | CyberGhost |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Money-back window | Not published | 45 days |
| Simultaneous devices | Unlimited | 7 |
| Independent audit published | Not published | Yes |
| Company jurisdiction | Canada | Romania |
| Main platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, routers | Windows, macOS, Linux (command line), iOS, Android |
Verdict
Which should you pick?
Choose Windscribe if…
You want something best for light users who want a capable free VPN.
- + Free plan with unlimited devices
- + Flexible build-your-own plan
- + Built-in ad and tracker blocking
Choose CyberGhost if…
You want something best for beginners who want time to try before committing.
- + 45-day refund window on longer plans
- + Very approachable apps
- + Servers labelled by use
Checked 1 Nov 2026.
Questions
Windscribe vs CyberGhost: quick answers
Is Windscribe better than CyberGhost?
Windscribe leads CyberGhost by 0.3 points overall (8.0 vs 7.7). Windscribe scores higher on security features, devices & flexibility. CyberGhost scores higher on privacy & audits.
Who should choose CyberGhost over Windscribe?
CyberGhost is best for beginners who want time to try before committing. Windscribe is best for light users who want a capable free VPN.
How were Windscribe and CyberGhost scored?
Both were scored on the same 5 weighted criteria for VPN services, using public information such as published plans and terms. We do not lab-test products.