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Mullvad vs VictoryVPN compares two Swedish privacy services with long histories. Mullvad has 10+ audits in our table and open-source apps; VictoryVPN, the former Hidden24, uses built-in device clients and says it runs its own hardware.
Because both share Swedish jurisdiction, the choice comes down to proof, setup and price. This guide compares each. Our VictoryVPN review covers the second service in depth.
Mullvad vs VictoryVPN on Audits
Our audit table lists 10+ Mullvad audits by Cure53 and Assured AB.
VictoryVPN has no independent audit, despite operating since the mid-2000s as Hidden24. On proof, Mullvad is far ahead.
No App, Own Hardware
VictoryVPN uses your device’s built-in VPN client and says it runs its own hardware in its own data centres, not rented cloud servers.
Mullvad takes a different route to the same goal: instead of manual setup, it offers open-source apps, and instead of asking you to trust its infrastructure, it publishes audits. Both services take privacy seriously; only Mullvad lets outsiders check the work.
Speed
Our speed table has no Mullvad entry; run your own test on a nearby server.
Speed depends on the protocol your device’s built-in client supports; we found no recent independent tests. Neither has a figure in our speed table, so test both.
Two-Year Cost
At about $5.40 a month, flat, Mullvad costs about $65 a year with no renewal jump, our tables show.
VictoryVPN costs about $5.99 a month, whtop’s listing reports. Mullvad’s flat rate is slightly lower than VictoryVPN’s monthly price.
Free Use and Devices
There is no free Mullvad tier, and 5 devices share an account.
VictoryVPN has no free plan. Neither offers a free plan; Mullvad covers 5 devices.
Jurisdiction and Ownership
Sweden, inside the Fourteen Eyes, is home to Mullvad, an independent company.
VictoryVPN, the former Hidden24, operates from Stockholm, Sweden. Both sit in Sweden, inside the Fourteen Eyes, so the base does not separate them.
Security Features
Open-source apps with a kill switch come with Mullvad.
Without an app, kill-switch behaviour depends on your device’s built-in VPN settings.
Platforms and Support
Mullvad covers Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. There is no app; setup guides cover the main platforms.
Support at Mullvad runs by email. Customer service runs by email, with graphical setup guides.
Protocols and Streaming
WireGuard and OpenVPN run on Mullvad; our Mullvad Netflix guide covers streaming.
Built-in clients support protocols such as IKEv2, and an older Tech Advisor review cited US Netflix working. An older review cites VictoryVPN streaming US Netflix; our Mullvad guide covers current results.
Which Is Better Value?
Mullvad gives more for slightly less: audits, open-source apps and anonymous sign-up.
With no introductory discounts, Mullvad’s flat rate also means no renewal surprises.
Which Plan to Pick
There is only one Mullvad plan, billed monthly at a flat rate. With VictoryVPN, start monthly and set a reminder before renewal.
Payment and Checkout
Compare final totals rather than headline prices, since VAT and currency conversion apply at checkout. Save the renewal terms for both.
Refunds
Our refund table lists 14 days for Mullvad, with no refunds for cash or crypto.
Plans renew automatically; check terms before paying. Mullvad’s 14-day terms are clear; VictoryVPN renews automatically.
Who Each Is For
Choose Mullvad for audited privacy and sign-up without an email. VictoryVPN suits users who prefer manual setup and value a long track record.
In short, VictoryVPN fits users who prefer manual setup; Mullvad fits users who want apps and audits. A practical test is to set up VictoryVPN manually on one device and install Mullvad’s app on another, then compare a week of everyday use. Most readers find the app easier to live with, while some prefer having nothing extra installed. Either way, Swedish law applies to both, so jurisdiction will not decide it. Price will not either, since the two cost about the same each month. What remains is proof, setup effort and how much you value an app. For most readers, those three point to Mullvad, while long-time Hidden24 users may prefer to stay.
What Else to Know About VictoryVPN
One more point: Hidden24.com became VictoryVPN.com, while Hidden24.co.uk kept its name for UK users; bank statements show “VictoryVPN (Hidden24)”.
What Else to Know About Mullvad
Sign-up at Mullvad uses an account number, not an email, and payment can be cash or crypto.
Testing Both
The fairest test uses the same network, the same time of day and the same sites. Run a leak test on each, as our guide to checking if a VPN is working shows, then compare speed and streaming.
Switching Between Them
If you switch, overlap the two for a day so you never browse unprotected. Then uninstall the old app and cancel its renewal.
Related pages on VictoryVPN cover whether VictoryVPN is safe and VictoryVPN alternatives.
Readers weighing similar options can also read Mullvad vs FirstVPN.
How We Research
For this Mullvad vs VictoryVPN comparison, Mullvad’s audits, prices, devices, speed and refunds come from our tables. VictoryVPN’s figures come from our research for the VictoryVPN review, mainly VictoryVPN’s own description, read on 21 October 2026. We do not run our own tests. Our full approach lives on the About Us page.
Mullvad vs VictoryVPN FAQ
Mullvad, for audits and apps.
Yes, both have Swedish bases.
No, it uses built-in device clients.
Mullvad, at about $5.40 a month.
No.
The Verdict
Mullvad vs VictoryVPN: both Swedish, both long-running. Mullvad wins on audits, apps and price; VictoryVPN suits those who prefer manual setup on its own hardware.