Head-to-head · VPNs for Xbox
Private Internet Access vs Astrill VPN
Private Internet Access 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 scorePrivate Internet Access · 9.2/10
- Lowest starting pricePrivate Internet Access · $3.99/mo
- Free trialonly Private Internet Access
Private Internet Access scores higher on our rubric for vpns for xbox: 9.2 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
Private Internet Access is cheaper to start at $3.99/user/mo against $12.50/user/mo.
Private Internet Access is the better fit for households sharing a VPN across many devices. Astrill VPN is the better fit for advanced users needing VPN sharing and port forwarding.
- Private Internet Access fits best
Households sharing a VPN across many devices
- Astrill VPN fits best
Advanced users needing VPN sharing and port forwarding
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Side by side
| Feature | Private Internet Access 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | Astrill VPN 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #2 in VPNs for Xbox | #8 in VPNs for Xbox |
| Best for | Households sharing a VPN across many devices | Advanced users needing VPN sharing and port forwarding |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $3.99/mo (best) | $12.50/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 7 days | — |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Phone · 24/7 |
| Compliance | 2FA | GDPR |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Private Internet Access 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 | Not checked yet | 5 devices |
| Server count | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Refund period | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Private Internet Access is a subscription VPN for people who want to encrypt internet traffic, mask IP addresses, and connect through servers in 91 countries. Its unlimited simultaneous connections make it a fit for households sharing a… 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
Private Internet Access — where it wins
- Unlimited simultaneous connections across devices
- 91-country network with streaming-optimized servers and P2P support
- WireGuard, OpenVPN, kill switch, and split tunneling
Where it doesn't
- Xbox is not among the listed app platforms
- Lowest listed price requires annual billing
- The mobile free trial is limited to first-time subscribers
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
- Private Internet Access9.2/10 · 7-day trial
A feature-rich VPN with Xbox-relevant streaming support, but no listed Xbox app.
Visit siteFull 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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