A VPN, or virtual private network, is one of the smartest ways to protect your online privacy and maintain your data security. We’ve tested scores of them, and these are the best VPN services we’ve reviewed.
That attitude to the safety and privacy of personal data creates a tremendous risk when it comes to online security. Public Wi-Fi networks, which are ubiquitous and convenient, are unfortunately also extremely convenient for attackers who are looking to compromise your personal information.
What’s the best VPN service?
1. ExpressVPN. $12.94/mo*
The best VPN service right now is ExpressVPN. It’s the best all-round option for speed, privacy and unblocking websites. A close second place is IPVanish, which is another very reliable VPN that we like a lot – particularly the way it handles P2P and torrenting.
Number of servers: 3,000+ – IP addresses: 30,000 – Countries: 94 Server locations: 160 – Maximum devices supported: 5.
Pros: Large, diversely distributed fleet of servers. Strong privacy policy. Supports OpenVPN protocol across all platforms. Allows P2P and BitTorrent. Simple interface. Greatly improved performance.
Cons: Fewer simultaneous connections (5) than some others. Most expensive VPN we’ve tested.
2. IPVanish. $5/mo*
IPVanish is another solid VPN provider. With unlimited P2P traffic, ten simultaneous connections and 24/7 customer support
Number of servers: 1,300+ – IP addresses: 40,000 Server locations: 75+ – Maximum devices supported: 10.
Pros: larger number of simultaneous connections (10), Allows P2P and BitTorrent. Simple interface. Greatly improved performance.
Cons: Juicy amount of simultaneous connections (10) than some others. Outdated interface. No mobile kill switch.
3. Private Internet Access. $9.95/mo*
Private Internet Access (or PIA for short) provide Apps for Windows, Mac, Android, iOS and Linux, along with browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox and even Opera, and guides for major routers and other devices, where can you not use PIA?
Number of servers: 3,335+ – IP addresses: N/A – Countries: 30 – Server locations: 50+ – Maximum devices supported: 10.
Pros: larger number of simultaneous connections (10), Allows P2P and BitTorrent. Decent high end speeds. Up-to-date interface. High device support including routers. high standards of privacy. Accepts Bitcoin.
Cons: Juicy amount of simultaneous connections (10) than some others. Slower than the other 2 VPNs. High ping (mixed).
4. NordVPN – $2.82/mo.*
Number of servers: 5434 – IP addresses: N/A – Countries: 59 – Server locations: 50+ – Dedicated IP: Yes – Maximum devices supported: 6.
Pros: Allows P2P and BitTorrent. Decent fair speeds. Up-to-date interface. 2048-bit encryption. Dedicated IP available.
Cons: Reported data breach (source). Connections drop randomly.
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