Head-to-head · VPNs for Xbox
Private Internet Access vs PureVPN
Private Internet Access leads on 0 checks, PureVPN on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scorePrivate Internet Access · 9.2/10
- Free trialboth
Private Internet Access scores higher on our rubric for vpns for xbox: 9.2 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #7.
Private Internet Access is the better fit for households sharing a VPN across many devices. PureVPN is the better fit for feature-rich VPN users needing add-ons.
- Private Internet Access fits best
Households sharing a VPN across many devices
- PureVPN fits best
Feature-rich VPN users needing add-ons
Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.
Side by side
| Feature | Private Internet Access 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | PureVPN 8.3/10 Visit ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.3 |
| Ranking | #2 in VPNs for Xbox | #7 in VPNs for Xbox |
| Best for | Households sharing a VPN across many devices | Feature-rich VPN users needing add-ons |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $3.99/mo | $57.95/yr |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 7 days |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 31 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Private Internet Access 0/3 · PureVPN 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 | 10 devices |
| Server count | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Refund period | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Our review | ||
| Pros |
|
|
| Cons |
|
|
| 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 → |
PureVPN is a consumer and business VPN service that encrypts internet traffic, changes virtual locations and supports access to region-restricted content. Its applications cover web browsers, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, streaming… 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
PureVPN — where it wins
- WireGuard, obfuscation, kill switch and leak protection
- 65 countries, audited no-logs and P2P-optimized servers
- Dedicated IP and port forwarding add-ons plus 10 simultaneous logins
Where it doesn't
- Annual plans start at $57.95, limiting value for budget buyers
- Dedicated IP and port forwarding are separate add-ons
- No free plan is available
- 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 → - PureVPN8.3/10 · 7-day trial
Feature-rich VPN with broad protocol support and add-ons, but modest annual value.
Visit PureVPNFull verdict →
More comparisons
- ExpressVPN vs Private Internet Access
- ExpressVPN vs PureVPN
- Private Internet Access vs Astrill VPN
- CyberGhost VPN vs PureVPN
- Windscribe vs PureVPN
- NordVPN vs PureVPN
- Proton VPN vs PureVPN
- PureVPN vs Astrill VPN
All VPNs for xbox comparisons → · Full ranking →
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
Last updated · How we research and update