Surfshark vs Private Internet Access

Surfshark has a -6% speed drop while Private Internet Access shows -12%. Surfshark takes this category with faster real-world performance. Speed data is based on independent benchmarks across multiple protocols and server locations.

Surfshark is based in Netherlands while Private Internet Access operates from USA. Private Internet Access edges ahead in privacy with a stronger overall privacy profile. Scores are based on no-logs policies, audit history, jurisdiction, encryption standards, and leak protection.

Surfshark unblocks 5 streaming services while Private Internet Access unblocks 4. Surfshark wins this category with more reliable streaming access across platforms. Streaming compatibility is evaluated across multiple platforms and server locations.

Both Surfshark and Private Internet Access offer AES-256 encryption and kill switch protection. Surfshark scores higher in security due to additional features and infrastructure hardening. Security scores are based on encryption, protocol implementation, DNS/IP leak protection, kill switch reliability, and server infrastructure.