ExpressVPN Pricing
ExpressVPN costs from $7/mo up to $13/mo — about $84/year at the entry tier. There are 3 plans, and no free tier. That is above the $4/mo average for VPN tools we track.
ExpressVPN plans & prices
Every ExpressVPN plan, what it includes, and who each one suits.
What ExpressVPN costs over time
List price per plan, projected across a year. Annual prepayment is often discounted, so treat these as the ceiling rather than the final bill.
| Plan | Per month | 3 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | $13 | $39 | $156 |
| 12 MonthsPopular | $7 | $21 | $84 |
| 6 Months | $10 | $30 | $120 |
What each plan includes
Each tier builds on the one before it, so higher plans also include everything below them.
| Feature | 1 Month $13 | 12 Months $7 | 6 Months $10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All features | |||
| 5 devices | |||
| Best value | |||
| Extra months free |
Which ExpressVPN plan should you choose?
On a budget → 12 Months ($7/mo)
The cheapest paid way in — $84 a year.
Scaling up → 1 Month ($13/mo)
The full feature set — worth it once you need everything below the top row.
Is ExpressVPN good value?
Across the 4 other VPN tools we track, entry pricing averages $4/mo (from $2 to $5). ExpressVPN starts at $7/mo — above average.
| Cheaper alternative | Starts at | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Proton VPNPrivacy-first VPN with a real free tier | Free | 4.6/5 |
| SurfsharkUnlimited devices at a low price | $2/mo | 4.5/5 |
| NordVPNFast, feature-rich consumer VPN | $4/mo | 4.6/5 |
| MullvadAnonymous, flat-rate privacy VPN | $5/mo | 4.5/5 |
Hidden costs to budget for
- • Per-seat plans multiply with team size — check whether the price above is per user.
- • Headline prices usually assume annual billing; paying monthly costs more.
- • Premium support, extra storage, and higher API limits are common paid add-ons.
- • Watch for renewal pricing: introductory rates often rise at the second term.
Ready to try ExpressVPN?
Check current pricing and any live offers on their site.
Frequently asked questions
How much does ExpressVPN cost?+
ExpressVPN starts at $7 per month, running up to $13 per month on its top tier. There are 3 plans in total.
Does ExpressVPN have a free plan?+
No — ExpressVPN does not offer a permanently free plan. The cheapest way in is the 12 Months plan at $7/mo. Free trials may still be available.
How much is ExpressVPN per year?+
At the 12 Months price of $7/mo, ExpressVPN costs about $84 per year. Many vendors discount annual billing, so the real figure is often lower if you prepay.
Is ExpressVPN expensive compared with other VPN tools?+
The 4 other VPN tools we track average $4/mo to start. ExpressVPN's cheapest paid plan is $7/mo, which is above that average.
Are there hidden costs with ExpressVPN?+
Headline prices often assume annual prepayment, and per-seat plans multiply with team size. Premium support, extra storage, and higher API limits are commonly paid add-ons — check these before you commit.