Head-to-head · VPNs for Xbox
CyberGhost VPN vs Astrill VPN
CyberGhost VPN leads on 1 check, Astrill VPN on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreCyberGhost VPN · 9.0/10
CyberGhost VPN scores higher on our rubric for vpns for xbox: 9.0 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #8.
CyberGhost VPN leads on simultaneous devices: 7 devices versus 5 devices.
CyberGhost VPN is the better fit for streaming-focused Xbox VPN users. Astrill VPN is the better fit for advanced users needing VPN sharing and port forwarding.
- CyberGhost VPN fits best
Streaming-focused Xbox VPN users
- Astrill VPN fits best
Advanced users needing VPN sharing and port forwarding
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Side by side
| Feature | CyberGhost VPN 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Astrill VPN 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #3 in VPNs for Xbox | #8 in VPNs for Xbox |
| Best for | Streaming-focused Xbox VPN users | Advanced users needing VPN sharing and port forwarding |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | $12.50/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Money-back guarantee | 45 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Phone · 24/7 |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features CyberGhost VPN 0/3 · Astrill VPN 0/3 | ||
| Router setup | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Smart DNS | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| VPN sharing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Simultaneous devices | 7 devices (best) | 5 devices |
| Server count | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Refund period | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | CyberGhost VPN is a paid subscription service for individuals and households that encrypts internet traffic and masks IP addresses. It is aimed at people who want private browsing, streaming, downloads, and device protection, including… Read the review → |
Astrill VPN is a paid subscription service for encrypting internet traffic and connecting through servers in multiple countries. For Xbox owners, its key fit is VPN sharing from desktop computers: connect the desktop to Astrill, then share… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
CyberGhost VPN — where it wins
- Servers in 100 countries with streaming-optimized locations
- Up to seven simultaneous device connections and unlimited bandwidth
- Audited no-logs policy with WireGuard and an automatic kill switch
Where it doesn't
- There is no free plan; access requires a paid subscription
- The one-month plan costs $12.99 per month
- Seven simultaneous connections may limit larger households
Astrill VPN — where it wins
- Shares a VPN connection from desktop computers for Xbox access
- Offers WireGuard, OpenVPN, OpenWeb and StealthVPN protocols
- Includes port forwarding, kill switch and dedicated IP options
Where it doesn't
- Annual pricing starts at $15 per month, relatively high for a VPN
- Xbox access via desktop sharing calls for extra configuration
- Refund terms appear inconsistent across official pages
- CyberGhost VPN9.0/10 · Paid
A streaming-focused VPN with broad server coverage, seven devices, and strong privacy controls.
Visit CyberGhostFull verdict → - Astrill VPN8.2/10 · Paid
A feature-rich VPN for Xbox users prepared to configure desktop sharing and pay a premium.
Visit AstrillFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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