VPN 101: Does the router's VPN feature make NordVPN software redundant?

[ajmich]

Nighthawk AC2100 (R7200)

VPN confusion -- I use NordVPN v5.5.4 software for anonymity. This router is new to me. Does the router's VPN feature take the place of NordVPN?  IE, is Nord redundant now?

[DarrenM · Accepted solution]

Yes, it would if you wanted to use Open VPN over NordVpn on the router.

DarrenM

[DarrenM]

You would only want to use 1 VPN service not both.

DarrenM

[ajmich]

Thanks.  To clarify, does the Netgear VPN feature essentially remove the need for NordVPN?  I simply no longer need Nord software because the router serves the same purpose?

[DarrenM · Accepted solution]

Yes, it would if you wanted to use Open VPN over NordVpn on the router.

DarrenM