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Opera VPN vs Proton VPN: Browser Scope, Privacy and Pricing Comparison

Compare Opera's built-in browser VPN with Proton VPN using scope, privacy documentation, audits, device coverage and pricing information.

This comparison does not declare an editorial score, winner or laboratory result. It places public, verifiable provider information side by side using the same fields.

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Opera VPN

Browser-integrated free VPN

A free VPN feature built into Opera. Its browser-only scope must be kept separate from the device-wide coverage described for VPN Pro.

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Proton VPN

For privacy-focused users

Swiss jurisdiction, open-source clients and annual independent no-logs audits published by the provider make this a strong option for privacy-first users.

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Compare features side by side

Opera VPNProton VPN
Starting priceOfficial siteOfficial site
JurisdictionSee Opera's privacy documentationSwitzerland
Independent auditProvider-published Deloitte review summary (2024)Annual Securitum no-logs audit
Server / network information100+ servers · 3 general locations (provider-reported)5,400+ servers · 110+ countries
Device supportOpera browser traffic; VPN Pro is a separate tier10 devices
Open source—Yes
Refund period—30 days

Opera VPN

Documented notable points

  • Built into Opera
  • Free browser-level privacy layer
  • Provider-published audit summary available

Points to consider

  • Does not cover apps outside Opera
  • General locations on the free tier
  • A browser VPN is not a whole-device VPN

Proton VPN

Documented notable points

  • Per provider, all clients are open source and inspectable on GitHub
  • Per provider reports, an independent no-logs audit is performed annually
  • Swiss jurisdiction — local data-protection laws are relatively strict
  • Per provider, a free plan with unlimited bandwidth

Points to consider

  • Some advanced features are available only on paid plans
  • Location selection is limited on the free plan
  • Renewal price climbs noticeably