Surfshark
Security
1Password
Security
Surfshark vs 1Password in Singapore — which is right for your business?
Both are security tools used by Singapore businesses. Here is a side-by-side comparison covering SGD pricing, PSG eligibility, PDPA compliance, and local context to help you decide.
Singapore-specific comparison
| Criterion | Surfshark | 1Password |
|---|---|---|
| SGD pricing (incl. 9% GST) | S$2.62/mo | S$4.39/mo |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| PSG grant eligible | Checking | Checking |
| PDPA compliant | No | No |
| SG / APAC data centre | 40+ VPN servers in Singapore | false if not confirmed |
| GST / InvoiceNow ready | No | No |
| PayNow / local bank feeds | No | No |
| CPF payroll support | No | No |
| SkillsFuture eligible | No | No |
Stackd verdict
Surfshark
Singaporean businesses can leverage Surfshark's local servers for secure, low-latency connections within the region, ensuring data privacy and compliance with its independently audited no-logs policy and robust security infrastructure.
1Password
Singapore businesses can use 1Password to enforce strong security hygiene and manage credentials at scale, but local certifications like PSG or PDPA compliance are not specified in the search results.
Pros & cons — Singapore view
Surfshark
Pros
+Independently verified security with Deloitte and Cure53 audits
+Supports 'VPN for Teams' and unlimited simultaneous connections for staff devices
+Comprehensive cybersecurity suite including Antivirus and Alert (data leak monitoring)
+Fast connections with low latency for SEA traffic from Singapore servers
Cons
–PSG eligibility for Singaporean businesses is unconfirmed
–Pricing is in USD, which may complicate local budget planning
–No explicit mention of enterprise-level features such as centralized management dashboards for large teams
1Password
Pros
+Scalable plans for teams and enterprises
+Integrates with major identity providers (Okta, Entra ID)
+Role-based access controls for secure collaboration
+Developer tools for secure workflows (SSH, CLI, SDKs)
Cons
–Pricing is per user for business plans, which scales with team size
–No explicit mention of Singapore-specific data residency
–Local compliance certifications (e.g., PSG, PDPA) are unconfirmed
Who should choose which
Choose Surfshark if...
›Startups
›SMEs
›Remote teams
›Businesses requiring strong data privacy and security
Choose 1Password if...
›SMEs
›Startups
›Enterprises
›Managed Service Providers
Singapore FAQ
Is Surfshark available in Singapore?
Yes, Surfshark has over 40 VPN servers in Singapore, allowing users to get a Singaporean IP address and ensure fast connections for local traffic.
Does Surfshark support SGD pricing?
The pricing information provided is in USD. While Surfshark is available in Singapore, direct SGD pricing is not explicitly mentioned in the search results.
Is Surfshark PSG-eligible?
Based on the provided search results, Surfshark's PSG eligibility for Singaporean businesses is unconfirmed.
Is Surfshark PDPA compliant?
While Surfshark has independently verified no-logs and privacy policy compliance, explicit mention of PDPA compliance for Singapore is not found in the search results, hence it is unconfirmed.
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