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Orbot alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Orbot alternative for most people is Proton VPN (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of VPNs. The best free one is Psiphon (2.8 GPA).
Orbot compared with 7 alternatives: Psiphon, Lantern, Outline VPN, Proton VPN, Mullvad VPN and 2 more.
Orbot is free to use. 4 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| OrbotThis tool | Free | Free | iOS, Android |
| Psiphon | Free plan · from $2.88/mo | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android |
| Lantern | Free plan · from $3.63/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Outline VPN | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Proton VPN | Free plan · from $83.88/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Mullvad VPN | From €5/mo | No | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Mysterium VPN | Paid | No | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Sentinel dVPN | Paid | No | iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Orbot has no paid plan and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Psiphon, Lantern and Proton VPN score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Orbot
Psiphon
Free, open-source circumvention VPN with an ad-free paid tier
- Psiphon starts at $2.88 per month and up for Psiphon Plus; the billing term is not stated.
- Psiphon also lists a Windows app.
Suits: People on networks that block or throttle VPNs
Lantern
Nonprofit, open-source VPN built to get past censorship
- Lantern starts at $3.63 per month on the 2-year Pro plan, billed every 2 years.
- Lantern also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Lantern is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Lantern also covers ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: People in countries that block sites and apps
Outline VPN
Open-source software for running your own VPN server
- Outline VPN is free.
- Outline VPN also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Outline VPN is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: People who want to run their own VPN instead of trusting a provider
Proton VPN
Open-source Swiss VPN with a free plan that has no data cap
- Proton VPN starts at $83.88 per year at renewal (VPN Plus), after a first year for $53.88.
- Proton VPN also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps and a browser extension.
- Proton VPN also covers ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Trying a VPN for free without a data cap
Mullvad VPN
Flat-rate Swedish VPN with anonymous numbered accounts
- Mullvad VPN starts at €5 per month, the same rate for any length paid ahead.
- Mullvad VPN has no free plan, unlike Orbot.
- Mullvad VPN also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Mullvad VPN also covers ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: People who want a VPN account with no email or name attached
Mysterium VPN
Decentralized VPN that runs on Mysterium Network's peer nodes
- Mysterium VPN has no free plan, unlike Orbot.
- Mysterium VPN also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Mysterium VPN lists no iOS app, which Orbot has.
Suits: People who prefer a peer-to-peer VPN over a single company's servers
Sentinel dVPN
Blockchain-based peer-to-peer VPN network with open-source apps
- Sentinel dVPN has no free plan, unlike Orbot.
Suits: People who want a VPN with no single company controlling the servers
Limits worth knowing in Orbot
- Runs on Android and iOS only; the pages read list no desktop app, and point to Tor Project software for other systems.
- Per-app choice is described for Android only.
- Traffic goes through the Tor network, not a commercial server network, so there are no country-selectable VPN servers.
- The site says the app is free and asks for donations.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Orbot?
The alternatives to Orbot in this directory are Psiphon, Lantern, Outline VPN, Proton VPN, Mullvad VPN, Mysterium VPN and Sentinel dVPN. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Orbot.
Is there a free alternative to Orbot?
Yes. Outline VPN is free to use. Psiphon, Lantern and Proton VPN have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Orbot alternatives work on Windows?
The Orbot listing does not include a Windows app. Psiphon, Lantern, Outline VPN, Proton VPN, Mullvad VPN and Mysterium VPN list one.
Which Orbot alternatives work on macOS?
The Orbot listing does not include a macOS app. Lantern, Outline VPN, Proton VPN, Mullvad VPN and Mysterium VPN list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.