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ExpressVPN vs zic
Plans read from both vendors' own pricing pages, with the same seats and billing applied to each. zic is a verified alternative to ExpressVPN: it does the same main job for a similar customer.
Protect privacy and security on public Wi-Fi networks. Servers in 113 countries. Best-in-class encryption.
- Starting price
- From $2.99/mo
- Price clarity
- Price clarity grade C, 67 out of 100 67 of 100
- Category
- Security & privacy
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, routers, smart TVs, game consoles, Native apps for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, and major smart TVs
- Good fit for
- Travelers and remote workers needing secure internet connections. Users wanting to stream content without ISP throttling or blocking
- Limitations
- 30-day money-back guarantee not available for purchases via Apple App Store or Google Play Store
Zic VPN is a fast, secure, and private VPN service that encrypts internet connections using WireGuard and V2Ray protocols. It offers global coverage with 50+ servers across 10+ countries and supports multiple platforms including Android, Windows, iOS, and macOS (beta).
- Starting price
- Price not published
- Price clarity
- Not graded
- Category
- Security & privacy
- Platforms
- Available for Android (APK), Windows (ZIP), iOS (App Store), and macOS (TestFlight beta).
- Good fit for
- Users requiring VPN obfuscation to bypass network restrictions and throttling.
- Limitations
- macOS client is currently available only as a TestFlight beta version.. Linux client is still in development and not yet available.
What each one costs your team
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Known monthly subtotal
$2.99/month
1 of 2 tools could not be priced with these inputs, so this is not the full cost.
| Tool / plan | Monthly | Per year | What this assumes |
|---|---|---|---|
BasicCheapest fit Flat subscription | $2.99 | $35.88 | Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider. |
Advanced Flat subscription | $4.49 | $53.88 | Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider. |
Express Pro Flat subscription | $7.49 | $89.88 | Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider. |
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ExpressVPN
Best fit
Travelers and remote workers needing secure internet connections; Users wanting to stream content without ISP throttling or blocking
Trade-offs
30-day money-back guarantee not available for purchases via Apple App Store or Google Play Store
Integrations / export
MediaStreamer smart DNS for devices without VPN app support
zic
Best fit
Users requiring VPN obfuscation to bypass network restrictions and throttling.
Trade-offs
macOS client is currently available only as a TestFlight beta version.; Linux client is still in development and not yet available.
Integrations / export
Not confirmed
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