Top 5 Cheapest VPN Providers in 2026

Compare five VPN providers ranked by their converted entry price, then weigh that rate against the plan term, renewal pricing and included features. This 2026 guide helps you decide which low-cost offer fits your devices and how long you are willing to commit.

How we ranked these low-cost VPNs

We ranked these providers purely by the advertised entry price, converted to euros so offers listed in different currencies could be compared. A low monthly equivalent does not tell you the full commitment: the cheapest plan runs for a set term, and the listed regular rate can be much higher when it renews. Check the checkout total, billing cadence and renewal terms before you subscribe. We rank on listed specs and features rather than lab tests.

After price, we considered what the lowest-cost plan includes: device limits, protocols, server coverage, privacy-related features and practical extras. Those details matter because a low rate is less useful if the plan does not cover your devices or the tools you need.

1. FastestVPN

FastestVPN takes the top spot on entry price, and its 24-month cheapest plan comes with a broader feature set than a bare-bones budget offer. The provider lists WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2/IPsec and L2TP/IPsec, plus a kill switch, split tunnelling and an independent no-logs audit. It also lists servers in the Netherlands, support for streaming and P2P, and coverage across 49 countries. Its listed renewal rate is about six times the entry rate, so check the renewal terms before accepting the longer commitment.

• Strengths: 15 simultaneous devices; WireGuard and three other protocols; no-logs policy and independent audit; ad and tracker blocking, malware protection, port forwarding and dedicated IP availability.
• Limits: The lowest entry rate requires a 24-month plan. There is no free trial, and the provider lists 49 countries, fewer than several other providers in this ranking.

Choose FastestVPN if you want the lowest listed entry rate here and value extras such as tracker blocking, port forwarding or a dedicated IP option. Its 15-device allowance also suits a household with several phones, computers and streaming devices.

2. Namecheap FastVPN by Namecheap

Namecheap FastVPN is the next-lowest entry offer and has a 12-month term for its cheapest plan, shorter than the first-ranked option. Namecheap lists unlimited simultaneous devices, servers in 112 countries and three protocols: WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec. The plan also includes a kill switch, split tunnelling and obfuscated servers, with streaming support and servers in the Netherlands. Its regular listed rate is close to eight times the entry rate, making renewal a key part of the comparison.

• Strengths: Unlimited simultaneous devices; 112-country coverage; a 30-day trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee; support for major desktop, mobile, TV and router platforms.
• Limits: The cheapest offer is tied to a 12-month term. The provider does not list P2P support, an independent no-logs audit or an ad and tracker blocker among the supplied features.

This is a sensible fit if you need to connect many devices without counting them and prefer a shorter initial term than the two-year plans above it. Check the trial conditions and renewal rate carefully; the low entry rate does not carry through to renewal.

3. Ivacy VPN

Ivacy sits third on entry price, but its cheapest plan has the longest commitment in this top five: 60 months. The provider lists 5,700 servers across 51 countries, support for P2P and streaming, and apps or extensions for desktop, mobile, TV, router and browser use. OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec are listed, alongside a kill switch, split tunnelling and port forwarding. The regular listed rate is roughly 7.7 times the entry rate, so a five-year term deserves extra scrutiny before you sign up.

• Strengths: 10 simultaneous devices; P2P support; 5,700 listed servers; dedicated IP availability, malware protection and 24/7 support.
• Limits: The entry offer requires a 60-month plan. WireGuard is not listed, and there is no free version or free trial.

Ivacy may suit you if you are comfortable with a long commitment and want P2P support, port forwarding or coverage across multiple device types. If you are unsure you will keep a VPN for years, the term is a more important drawback than its position in this entry-price ranking suggests.

4. PureVPN Standard by PureVPN (INT)

PureVPN Standard is fourth by entry price and ties that offer to a 27-month cheapest plan. Its feature set is extensive: the provider lists WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec, servers in 65 countries, and support for streaming and P2P. A kill switch, split tunnelling, obfuscated servers and an independent no-logs audit are also listed. Renewal is at about six times the entry rate, so compare the later rate with the full cost of the initial term.

• Strengths: 6,000 listed servers; 10 simultaneous devices; independent no-logs audit; ad and tracker blocking, port forwarding and dedicated IP availability.
• Limits: The lowest rate requires a 27-month commitment. There is no free trial or free version, and the 31-day money-back guarantee is not a substitute for checking renewal conditions.

Pick PureVPN if you want a wide mix of privacy and connection features without choosing the longest plan in this ranking. It is a practical candidate for P2P users or anyone who wants obfuscated servers, but its regular listed rate is still substantially above the entry rate.

5. Mysterium VPN Plus by Mysterium VPN

Mysterium VPN Plus rounds out the five with a 24-month cheapest plan. The provider lists 7,500 servers across 100 countries, WireGuard and OpenVPN, streaming support and a kill switch. Its regular listed rate is about 6.5 times the entry rate, so the renewal terms matter even though this plan has a shorter commitment than Ivacy’s. The platform list covers Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, routers and Chrome.

• Strengths: 10 simultaneous devices; 100-country coverage; WireGuard and OpenVPN; payment options include card, PayPal, crypto, Apple Pay and Google Pay.
• Limits: The cheapest plan runs for 24 months. Split tunnelling and malware protection are not listed, and the provider does not list a Netherlands server or 24/7 support.

Consider Mysterium if broad country coverage and multiple payment methods matter more to you than extras such as split tunnelling or malware protection. Its entry rate is the highest of these five, so compare its feature mix with the lower-ranked alternatives before choosing it on price alone.

Providers that narrowly missed the top five

PrivateVPN’s converted entry price places it just outside the ranking. Its 36-month plan lists WireGuard, P2P support, obfuscated servers and dedicated IP availability, but the entry-price cutoff keeps it off this list.

ZoogVPN Premium also narrowly misses on converted entry price. It offers a free version, WireGuard, an ad and tracker blocker and malware protection, but its listed entry price is just above the fifth-ranked provider’s.

How to choose a cheap VPN without overlooking renewal

Start with the term, not just the monthly equivalent. FastestVPN and Mysterium tie their lowest offers to 24 months, PureVPN to 27 months, Namecheap to 12 months and Ivacy to 60 months. A lower advertised entry rate can mean a longer commitment, so compare the total shown at checkout and confirm how often you will be billed.

Next, note the renewal rate and when it applies. Every provider here lists a regular rate well above its entry rate. Set a reminder before the renewal date, and check whether the provider explains how to cancel or change your plan. Do not assume the entry deal will continue after the first term.

Finally, match the included features to your use. If you need many connections, Namecheap lists unlimited devices; if you need P2P support, FastestVPN, Ivacy and PureVPN list it. For protocol choice, FastestVPN and PureVPN list WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec, while Ivacy lists OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec. In 2026, the best choice is the offer whose term, renewal conditions and feature set you can accept, not simply the lowest first-month equivalent.