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AirVPN vs Mullvad

Side by side from the facts on each listing, checked by XMRList. Latest check 1 Nov 2026. Grades come from a public rubric; sponsorship is never an input.

Key differences

  • Both hold grade A on XMRList's rubric.
  • Mullvad gives a discount for paying in XMR.
  • Mullvad has been operating longer (since 2008).
AAirVPN AMullvad
XMRList gradeA · StrongA · Strong
StatusVerifiedVerified
TypeEUEU
KYCNoneNone
Accepts XMR directlyYesYes
Discount for paying in XMR—10% off when paying with crypto, including XMR
Payment processorDirect to wallet—
Tor (.onion) addressYesYes
Operating since20102008
Based inItalySweden
Uptime, last 30 days100%100%
User reviews3.5/5 from 44.6/5 from 11
Facts last checked1 Nov 20261 Nov 2026
Strengths
  • Monero accepted directly, no intermediary
  • No personal data needed to register
  • Port forwarding and five connections per account
  • 10% discount for crypto payments
  • Account number only, no email needed
  • Same price on monthly or yearly terms
Caveats
  • Not available to residents of Italy
  • Account required before buying a plan
  • No port forwarding
  • No free plan or trial
Bottom lineAirVPN earns an A: Monero confirmed on its own site, no KYC published and verified by XMRList editors.Mullvad earns an A: Monero confirmed on its own site, no KYC published and verified by XMRList editors.

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