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CyberGhost VPN vs JumpCloud

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CyberGhost VPN

Security & Cybersecurity

A VPN you can trust to protect your online privacy

From
$2.19/month
Rated
-
JumpCloud logo

JumpCloud

Security & Cybersecurity

Unified identity and device management for hybrid workforce.

From
$9/user/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: CyberGhost VPN cyberGhost VPN's 7-day free trial automatically converts to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24 hours before it ends; JumpCloud platform Essentials tier capped at 300 users; larger organisations must purchase unbundled tiers or negotiate custom pricing

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which CyberGhost VPN and JumpCloud actually diverge.

Attributes where CyberGhost VPN and JumpCloud differ
AttributeCyberGhost VPNJumpCloud
Starting price$2.19/month$9/user/month
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, MobileWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API
Founded2011Unknown

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Security & Cybersecurity).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in CyberGhost VPN

  • 9000+ servers
  • Dedicated streaming servers
  • Gaming servers
  • NoSpy servers
  • Split tunneling
  • Kill Switch
  • Ad blocker
  • Anti-malware

Only in JumpCloud

Nothing recorded that CyberGhost VPN does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

CyberGhost VPN

  • Vpnnot JumpCloud
  • Privacynot JumpCloud
  • Streamingnot JumpCloud

JumpCloud

  • Organisations modernising from Active Directory to cloud identity infrastructurenot CyberGhost VPN
  • Companies requiring unified user and device management in hybrid work environmentsnot CyberGhost VPN
  • IT teams implementing zero-trust security modelsnot CyberGhost VPN
  • Managed service providers requiring multi-tenant identity and device managementnot CyberGhost VPN
  • Educational institutions and nonprofits (eligible for special pricing)not CyberGhost VPN

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

CyberGhost VPN

  • CyberGhost VPN's 7-day free trial automatically converts to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24 hours before it ends

JumpCloud

  • Platform Essentials tier capped at 300 users; larger organisations must purchase unbundled tiers or negotiate custom pricing
  • À la carte pricing can become expensive when purchasing multiple features; device management at $9/user, SSO at $11/user totals $20/user for basic functionality
  • Bundled Platform and Platform Prime packages require contacting sales; no published pricing limits transparency
  • Zero-trust and AI & SaaS management capabilities only available in Platform Prime tier with custom pricing
  • No on-premises or self-hosted option; cloud-only deployment

Pricing, plan by plan

CyberGhost VPN

$2.19/month
  • 1 Month$12.99/month
    • 7 devices
    • 9000+ servers
    • Unlimited bandwidth
  • 2 Years + 2 Months$2.19/month
    • All features
    • Best value
    • 45-day guarantee
  • 6 Months$6.99/month
    • All features
    • 45-day guarantee

JumpCloud

$9/user/month
  • À La Carte - Device Management$9/user/month (annual) or $11 (monthly)
    • Device management across Windows, Mac, Linux
    • Remote assistance
    • Patch management
  • À La Carte - SSO$11/user/month (annual) or $13 (monthly)
    • Single sign-on
    • Multi-factor authentication
    • Password management
  • Platform Essentials$null/variable
    • Identity and device management with SSO and passwordless auth
    • Maximum 300 users
    • Contact sales for pricing
  • Platform$null/variable
    • Unified identity, device and access management
    • Contact sales for pricing

Which should you pick?

Choose CyberGhost VPN if

  • You need 9000+ servers.
  • You work on Web, Desktop, Mobile.
  • You also want dedicated streaming servers.

Choose JumpCloud if

  • You work on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API.

Questions people ask

Is CyberGhost VPN or JumpCloud better?
Neither clearly leads. CyberGhost VPN starts at $2.19/month and JumpCloud at $9/user/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, CyberGhost VPN or JumpCloud?
CyberGhost VPN starts at $2.19/month and JumpCloud at $9/user/month.
Does CyberGhost VPN or JumpCloud run on more platforms?
CyberGhost VPN runs on Web, Desktop, Mobile. JumpCloud runs on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API.
What is CyberGhost VPN best used for?
CyberGhost VPN is most often used for vpn, privacy, streaming. Of those, vpn and privacy are not what JumpCloud is typically brought in for.
What can CyberGhost VPN do that JumpCloud cannot?
CyberGhost VPN covers 9000+ servers, Dedicated streaming servers, Gaming servers, NoSpy servers.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

JumpCloud: What devices does JumpCloud support?

JumpCloud supports unified endpoint management for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android devices.

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JumpCloud: Can I use JumpCloud to replace Active Directory?

Yes. JumpCloud is designed for organisations modernising from on-premises Active Directory to cloud-based directory and identity management.

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JumpCloud: Is there a free trial?

Yes. All users can access a 30-day free trial before purchasing.

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