If you missed Black Friday or just want to see whether waiting three more days gets you a better price, here’s what you need to know: Cyber Monday VPN deals are almost always the same discount as Black Friday, sometimes extended through the following Monday rather than dropped further. A handful of providers do save their single best offer for Cyber Monday specifically, but that’s the exception, not the rule.
We checked pricing on the same seven VPNs worth considering this season — NordVPN, Surfshark, ExpressVPN, Proton VPN, PureVPN, PrivateVPN, and VeePN — so you can decide whether it’s worth waiting, or just buying whichever deal is live right now.
Does Cyber Monday actually beat Black Friday for VPNs?
Usually not by much. Most VPN providers treat “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday” as one continuous sale window rather than two separate events, so the price you see on the Friday is typically still there on the Monday. A few things do change from year to year, though:
- Some providers extend a slightly bigger bonus (extra free months, an add-on tool) specifically for Cyber Monday as a way to squeeze a few more sign-ups out of the weekend.
- Flash-sale pricing that appears for a few hours on Black Friday sometimes disappears by Monday, so if you saw a lower number briefly, it may not still be there.
- A small number of providers hold back their best annual discount for Cyber Monday specifically, banking on it being the highest-traffic shopping day of the season.
The practical takeaway: don’t assume waiting guarantees a better deal, but it’s also unlikely to cost you much to check before buying.
Quick comparison
| VPN | Long-term plan starting price | Typically changes for Cyber Monday? | Refund window |
|---|---|---|---|
| NordVPN | ~$3.09–3.69/mo | Rarely — same as Black Friday | 30 days |
| Surfshark | ~$1.99–2.49/mo | Rarely — same as Black Friday | 30 days |
| ExpressVPN | ~$2.49–3.49/mo | Occasionally extends bonus months | 30 days |
| Proton VPN | ~$2.99–4.99/mo (free tier available) | Rarely — same as Black Friday | 30 days |
| PureVPN | ~$2.14–2.99/mo | Sometimes runs a separate Cyber Monday push | 31 days |
| PrivateVPN | ~$2.00–2.50/mo | Rarely — same as Black Friday | 30 days |
| VeePN | ~$1.67–5.83/mo depending on plan | Rarely — same as Black Friday | 14–30 days |
1. ExpressVPN
ExpressVPN is one of the few providers on this list that occasionally sweetens its offer specifically for Cyber Monday — usually by adding extra free months rather than lowering the per-month price further.
What you’re getting: ExpressVPN’s Lightway protocol, a 3,000+ server network across 105 countries, and independently audited no-logs claims from its British Virgin Islands base. Its three-tier structure (Basic, Advanced, Pro) adds a password manager and identity protection on the higher tiers.
Good for: Buyers who want to check both days before committing, since ExpressVPN is the most likely of the seven to actually change its offer between Friday and Monday.
2. NordVPN
NordVPN typically keeps its Black Friday pricing running straight through Cyber Monday rather than introducing a new offer. If you already saw the deal over the weekend and didn’t buy, it’s usually still there.
What you’re getting: NordVPN runs its own NordLynx (WireGuard-based) protocol, over 8,000 servers in 100+ countries, and an independently audited no-logs policy from its base in Panama. Higher tiers bundle in a password manager (NordPass) and encrypted storage (NordLocker).
Good for: Anyone who wants a well-tested, fast VPN and doesn’t want to gamble on holding out for a better number that likely isn’t coming.
3. Proton VPN
Proton VPN’s pricing structure doesn’t typically shift between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, though the exact discount percentage on its 2-year plan has varied year to year (it’s run as high as 70–75% off in past cycles).
What you’re getting: A Switzerland-based, privacy-focused VPN with open-source apps, a genuinely free tier, Secure Core routing through hardened servers, and Tor-over-VPN support.
Good for: Privacy-conscious buyers, or anyone who wants to test the service for free before deciding whether the Plus tier is worth paying for.
4. Surfshark
Surfshark’s Cyber Monday pricing tends to mirror its Black Friday offer almost exactly, since its Starter plan is already priced near the bottom of the market.
What you’re getting: Unlimited simultaneous device connections, an independently audited no-logs policy from its base in the Netherlands, and a server network in the 3,200–4,500+ range across roughly 100 countries. Includes CleanWeb ad/tracker blocking and MultiHop servers.
Good for: Households with multiple devices who want one of the cheapest real monthly rates on this list.
5. PureVPN
PureVPN is one of the providers most likely to run a distinct Cyber Monday push, since it markets aggressively around both dates independently rather than treating them as one sale window.
What you’re getting: BVI jurisdiction, an “always-on” KPMG audit arrangement allowing unannounced inspections, 6,000+ servers across 65+ countries, and WireGuard support. Worth knowing: PureVPN provided connection logs to the FBI in 2017, before its current jurisdiction and audit setup were in place — context worth weighing against its current no-logs claims.
Good for: Budget buyers comfortable with that history who want one of the lowest real monthly rates on this list.
6. PrivateVPN
PrivateVPN keeps a simple plan structure year-round, and its Cyber Monday pricing generally matches whatever was live for Black Friday.
What you’re getting: A Sweden-based provider supporting up to 10 simultaneous connections, with a smaller server list (roughly 200 servers in 60 countries) and no WireGuard support. No independently published no-logs audit, unlike several others on this list.
Good for: Budget buyers who mainly want basic streaming access and don’t need a large server network.
7. VeePN
VeePN’s pricing doesn’t typically change meaningfully between Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
What you’re getting: A Panama-based provider with roughly 2,500+ servers across 50 countries, device-tiered pricing (Basic through Max), and a kill switch on desktop apps. Worth flagging clearly: independent reviews have found VeePN’s apps carry more third-party trackers than expected for a privacy tool, and its privacy policy discloses more data collection than the other providers on this list. Speed test results have also lagged behind NordVPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN in independent testing.
Good for: Buyers prioritizing device-tiered pricing who don’t need best-in-class speed or the strongest privacy track record. Worth reading the privacy policy yourself before committing to a multi-year plan.
Should you wait for Cyber Monday, or buy on Black Friday?
If you’ve already found a price you’re happy with over Black Friday weekend, there’s rarely a reason to wait. For six of the seven providers here, Cyber Monday pricing is the same offer running through an extra day, not a separate discount. ExpressVPN and PureVPN are the two most likely to introduce something new specifically for Cyber Monday, so those are worth a second look if you’re deciding between them.
The bigger risk in waiting isn’t missing a better price — it’s that some short flash-sale pricing (a deeper discount that runs for just a few hours) doesn’t carry through the whole weekend. If you see a number that looks unusually good, that’s more of a reason to buy now than to wait and see if Monday beats it.
FAQ
Is Cyber Monday better than Black Friday for VPN deals?
Rarely. Most providers run one continuous sale across both days rather than two separate discounts. A couple of the seven here (ExpressVPN, PureVPN) sometimes add a Cyber Monday-specific bonus, but the core pricing is usually unchanged.
Should I wait until Cyber Monday to buy?
Generally no, unless you’re specifically deciding between ExpressVPN or PureVPN and want to see if either sweetens its offer. For the others, the price you see on Black Friday is very likely the same price on Cyber Monday.
Do Cyber Monday VPN deals renew at the discounted rate?
No, this works the same as Black Friday deals — the discount applies to the initial term (usually 2–3 years), and the subscription renews at a higher standard rate after that unless you cancel or switch plans.
Are Cyber Monday VPN deals safe to buy?
The seven providers here are established companies with published refund policies, so the sale itself isn’t the risk. Buy directly through the provider’s official site rather than a third-party reseller, and be skeptical of deals from VPNs not covered in this guide advertising unusually steep “Cyber Monday exclusive” discounts.
Bottom line
If you’re weighing whether to buy now or wait a few more days, the honest answer for most of these seven VPNs is that it won’t matter much either way. NordVPN, Surfshark, Proton VPN, PrivateVPN, and VeePN typically run identical pricing across both days. ExpressVPN and PureVPN are the two worth a second check on Monday, since they’re more likely to adjust their offer. Beyond timing, the same trade-offs from Black Friday still apply — Surfshark for unlimited devices, Proton VPN for privacy and a free tier to test with, NordVPN or ExpressVPN for the most established track record, and PureVPN or PrivateVPN if the lowest possible monthly cost is the deciding factor.
