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IVPN 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 has a Tor address; IVPN does not.
  • Mullvad gives a discount for paying in XMR.
AIVPN AMullvad
XMRList gradeA · StrongA · Strong
StatusVerifiedVerified
TypeEurope (outside the EU)EU
KYCNoneNone
Accepts XMR directlyYesYes
Discount for paying in XMR—10% off when paying with crypto, including XMR
Tor (.onion) addressNoYes
Operating since20092008
Based inGibraltarSweden
Uptime, last 30 days100%100%
User reviews3.2/5 from 64.6/5 from 11
Facts last checked1 Nov 20261 Nov 2026
Strengths
  • No email needed to register
  • Monero payments are refundable for 30 days
  • Open-source apps and published transparency report
  • 10% discount for crypto payments
  • Account number only, no email needed
  • Same price on monthly or yearly terms
Caveats
  • IVPN Light and cash payments are non-refundable
  • Refund offered once per account only
  • No port forwarding
  • No free plan or trial
Bottom lineIVPN 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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