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Ultrasurf alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Ultrasurf alternative is Psiphon (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Ultrasurf compared with 3 alternatives: Psiphon, Lantern and Outline VPN.
Ultrasurf has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99 per month, or $49.99 per year, as in-app purchases on iOS. All 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| UltrasurfThis tool | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| 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 |
Price against what you get
Ultrasurf starts at $4.17 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Psiphon, Lantern and Outline VPN start lower without scoring higher.
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 Ultrasurf
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 lists no browser extension, which Ultrasurf has.
- Psiphon is open source, according to its own site.
- Psiphon does not cover malware protection, which Ultrasurf does.
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 macOS and Linux apps.
- Lantern lists no browser extension, which Ultrasurf has.
- Lantern is open source and 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 macOS and Linux apps.
- Outline VPN lists no browser extension, which Ultrasurf has.
- Outline VPN is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Outline VPN does not cover malware protection, which Ultrasurf does.
Suits: People who want to run their own VPN instead of trusting a provider
Limits worth knowing in Ultrasurf
- The Windows client runs on Windows only; the download page lists no Mac or Linux app.
- The Android app is described on the download page as in beta testing.
- Subscription prices were read from the US App Store listing only; the Windows client and extension show no paid tier on the pages read.
- The vendor's own site publishes no pricing page, and its quoted reviews date from 2007 to 2022.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Ultrasurf?
The alternatives to Ultrasurf in this directory are Psiphon, Lantern and Outline VPN. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ultrasurf.
Is there a free alternative to Ultrasurf?
Yes. Outline VPN is free to use. Psiphon and Lantern have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Ultrasurf alternatives work on macOS?
The Ultrasurf listing does not include a macOS app. Lantern and Outline VPN list one.
Which Ultrasurf alternatives work on Linux?
The Ultrasurf listing does not include a Linux app. Lantern and Outline VPN list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Ultrasurf?
Psiphon, Lantern and Outline VPN are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.