ExpressVPN Vs TorGuard Comparison 2022

In terms of server count, both ExpressVPN and TorGuard boast a large network infrastructure. As such, you do not have to worry about limited servers.

With ExpressVPN, you have access to 3,000+ servers in 94 countries and 160+ locations around the world, which is quite impressive.

Meanwhile, TorGuard offers users 3,000+ servers in 55 countries. As such, ExpressVPN does gain an edge here for supporting more countries.

ExpressVPN has bigger and better coverage than TorGuard. The number of available servers in countries is almost twice as big and all servers are physical.

Moreover, ExpressVPN only uses RAM-only servers, which means there is no way your data can ever be tracked or logged, it is wiped as soon as the power goes off.

ExpressVPN Vs TorGuard: Security Features

At first glance, these two services seem to be equally matched in the area of security and they pretty much are.

ExpressVPN supports three popular protocols: IKEv2, OpenVPN (TCP and UDP), and Lightway. As a default, ExpressVPN implements the OpenVPN protocol on all devices.

Of course, iOS devices use the IKEv2 protocol for faster speeds and security. For encryption, it uses AES-256-CBC ciphers with HMAC SHA-256 data authentication on the data channel.

Meanwhile, it deploys the AES-256-GCM ciphers with RSA-4096 handshake and HMAC SHA-256 data authentication for the control channel.

On the other hand, TorGuard offers support on OpenVPN, WireGuard, OpenConnect, L2TP, and IKEv2. For the data channel, it uses AES-256-GCM ciphers with SHA256 for data authentication and RSA-4096 for a handshake.

For the control channel, TorGuard uses the same ciphers and hash authentication, with the inclusion of SHA384 for authentication. iOS apps use either IKEv2 or IPSec protocols.

Both ExpressVPN and TorGuard offer a kill switch to protect your data in the event of unexpected disconnections.

ExpressVPN offers a split tunneling feature on all of its devices, while TorGuard only offers it on its Android version.

Where security features are concerned, TorGuard offers StealthVPN and SOCKS5 proxy, while ExpressVPN offers Obfuscation servers and MediaStreamer.

Both VPNs seem to be giving competition to each other but ExpressVPN with an edge because of its split tunneling feature.

Leak Tests

To ensure you receive strong security from both providers, I conducted a leak test. This process involved using 6 varied tools for WebRTC/DNS/IP address detection:

WebRTC and HTTP Request Leaks:

• https://browserleaks.com/webrtc
• https://www.doileak.com/

DNS Leaks:

• https://www.perfect-privacy.com/dns-leaktest/
• https://www.dnsleaktest.com/

IPv4/IPv6 and Torrent IP Leaks:

• https://ipleak.net/
• https://ipx.ac/run/

Unsurprisingly, both TorGuard and ExpressVPN aced the tests and did not reveal any crucial personally identifiable information, keeping you protected 24/7!

ExpressVPN Vs TorGuard: Privacy Features

Although TorGuard is the preferred choice for security/privacy to many users, it might freak a few out to know that their headquarters is in the United States.

As you probably know, the U.S. is a founding member of the Five/Nine/Fourteen Eyes Alliances. Therefore, the VPN cannot be trusted easily.

The U.S. Government imposes mandatory data retention and mass surveillance laws, which also make it necessary for telecom, internet, and VPN providers to store user info.

Even if TorGuard claims to boast a “no logging” policy, government agencies can always pressure them by sending a subpoena accompanied by a gag order request.

Also, Gmail serves as the mail provider for TorGuard. People who require exceptionally high levels of security and privacy online may find this alarming.

ExpressVPN, on the other hand, is based in the highly secure and autonomous British Virgin Islands. As such, you can feel assured of being completely anonymous.

BVI may be a part of the British Monarch, but it follows its own laws that usually go in favor of user privacy. Something the U.S. is not famous for these days.

To ease the mind of its users further, ExpressVPN has even taken part in a security audit; one that was conducted by the infamous PWC.

ExpressVPN Vs TorGuard: Configuration

Where ExpressVPN supports a shared network infrastructure, TorGuard utilizes a stronger shared/static combination to meet the varied demands of users.

The US-based provider offers static IPs, which is quite helpful for those accessing sensitive banking info or who want access to their home network.

ExpressVPN Vs TorGuard: Setup and Interface

TorGuard also offers automatic setup wizards for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. As far as their interface is concerned, I honestly find it quite difficult to use.

For instance, desktop apps tend to be quite complicated due to the many configuration settings that greet you after launching their VPN client.

This makes it tough for “layman users” to understand how to create a strong connection who are not familiar with VPN protocols and encryption.

It would be better if TorGuard imposes a set of default settings for security and then give the convenience to users to alter it whenever needed.

ExpressVPN Vs TorGuard: Unblocking Capabilities