Vpn Service reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 424 Reddit reviews across 37 subreddits and 55 posts to rank the best Vpn Service brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/VPN_Support, r/computers, r/FireStickHacks, r/blackfridayvpn, r/software. Top-rated brands include ProtonVPN (4.4/5), NordVPN (4.5/5), Surfshark (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews424
Subreddits37
Posts55
Brands59
Products4
424 reviews from
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By Brand
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#1
ProtonVPN
4.4
(91)
"I paid for the 2 year subscription to Proton and it has been fantastic. I use it on my laptop, tv firestick and phone and it hasn't let me down."
"I’ve had the best luck with Proton great balance of privacy and performance."
"Proton VPN If not best. It's one of the best."
"I bought Proton based on friend's recommendations. He works at a tech start-up and told me it's one of few independent voices in the VPN space."
"I bought Proton based on friend's recommendations. He works at a tech start-up and told me it's one of few independent voices in the VPN space. Besides that, they have a strong privacy record, being based in Switzerland."
"I have also good experience with this VPN because of its strong privacy focus, no-logs policy, and Secure Core servers that add extra protection."
"I bought Proton based on friend's recommendations. He works at a tech start-up and told me it's one of few independent voices in the VPN space. Besides that, they have a strong privacy record, being based in Switzerland."
"I bought Proton based on friend's recommendations. He works at a tech start-up and told me it's one of few independent voices in the VPN space. Besides that, they have a strong privacy record, being based in Switzerland."
"I bought Proton based on friend's recommendations. He works at a tech start-up and told me it's one of few independent voices in the VPN space. Besides that, they have a strong privacy record, being based in Switzerland."
"I have good experience with ProtonVPN because of its strong privacy focus, no-logs policy, and Secure Core servers that add extra protection."
#2
NordVPN
4.5
(73)
"I've used NordVPN for years, can recommend."
"I chose NordVPN when I was setting up Deluge on Unraid."
"There is no way to go wrong with NordVPN."
"It's been working great with no disruptions, There is zero unnecessary ads, doesn't mess with my streaming and has zero negative input on gameplay."
"NordVPN is the best all-around VPN for me."
"I've used NordVPN for years and it's always been great."
"I've never had any major issues with NordVPN."
"NordVPN is definitely a solid choice."
"NordVPN is your go-to for online privacy and security."
"I've been using NordVPN in Canada for a while, and it’s been solid."
#3
Surfshark
4.5
(59)
"I've been using Surfshark for three years, and it's been exceptional and especially cheap."
"Surfshark is the best because it's cheaper and has a clean pool of IPs that work with both streaming and torrenting services"
"Surfshark...Has "CleanWeb". Blocks ads, trackers, & malware. Also has a "Kill Switch" setting"
"Surfshark. Fast, stable connections, simple to set up, multiple device use, 27 months for ~$50"
"Surfshark all day."
"Surfshark stood out tall everytime - interms of speed, reliability, connection strength and extra features like alternateID and ingogni."
"I came to the conclusion that this was the best and cheapest option out there. Apps work flawlessly on all my iOS devices; no issues accessing streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+"
"This was the best and cheapest option out there. Apps work flawlessly on all my iOS devices; no issues accessing streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+"
"This was the best and cheapest option out there. Apps work flawlessly on all my iOS devices; no issues accessing streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+"
"This was the best and cheapest option out there. Apps work flawlessly on all my iOS devices; no issues accessing streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+"
#4
Mullvad
4.4
(46)
"For privacy, go for Mullvad, IVPN or Proton"
"I use mulvad, you described it great, it works fantastic, cheap and easy."
"If you want privacy, go Mullvad. If you want value + features, Surfshark’s hard to beat."
"Privacy-wise, mullvad is the best one by far. They have nothing on you."
"Mullvad VPN - buy a prepaid card from Amazon. Keeps you completely anonymous. No ads. No speed issues. Top notch security."
"Mullvad might be the best VPN I’ve used. Setup is super simple, speeds are crazy fast, and everything just works."
"Been using Mullvad on both my phone and laptop—works great. YouTube still runs smooth, barely see any mobile ads, and torrent speeds are solid."
"Mullvad. It doesn’t ask for personal info when you sign up, and you can even pay with cash or crypto. It’s definitely geared toward users who want full anonymity and control."
"Mullvad all the way!!!"
"Yep. Mullvad is #1 because of how they handle user accounts."
#5
ExpressVPN
4.5
(35)
"I’ve now switched to expressvpn and it’s been awesome, well worth the switch for me."
"I’ve been on ExpressVPN for two years now. It’s never given me a single problem."
"ExpressVPN has been the most consistent. It’s definitely on the pricier side, but the speed and stability make it worth it for me."
"I would suggest you can use ExpressVPN because of its fast speeds, strong security, and ability to bypass geo-restrictions."
"I've been using ExpressVPN, and I love it!"
"ExpressVPN is leading the charge with its cutting-edge technology."
"I've been hearing good things about ExpressVPN lately."
"One standout service that consistently rises to the top is ExpressVPN."
"For a while now, I've been using ExpressVPN, and I love it!"
"If privacy is important, then you should check out ExpressVPN."
#6
Private Internet Access
4.5
(21)
"I personally use PIA (Private Internet Access) and have never had any issues."
"I love my Private Internet Access"
"I have good experience with PIA VPN because of its strong privacy features, customizable settings, and large server network."
"PIA VPN provides good features for online privacy and security. This is the best VPN for streaming, torrenting and gaming."
"I’ve been using PIA for almost a decade at this point and have had zero issues with it."
"I've been using PIA (Private Internet Access) for years and have no complaints."
"Decided to switch to a wire guard setup with qbit and private internet access and it's ridiculous how much faster it is."
"Best vpn I’ve used to date."
"I'd recommend PIA! We've been using it for at least eight years and love it."
"Switched to Private Internet Access, and it’s been smooth sailing."
#7
AirVPN
4.2
(10)
"AirVPN for their privacy and port-forwarding/configurability."
"AirVPN is like $60 for 3 years, has port forwarding, and the speeds I've been getting are great."
"I use AirVPN and I like it. It’s nonprofit, which feels more trustworthy to me than most of the big-name services."
"AirVPN has been rock solid for me."
"For real security, try using AirVPN."
"It’s been reliable, and I like that there’s no subscription model."
"Based on these results, I'd choose AirVPN."
"I've been using AirVPN for a long time but recently tested Mullvad."
"I use AirVPN with very good speeds up and down."
#8
IPVanish
4.1
(10)
"I use IPVanish and have been very happy with them the last 6 years."
"It's been reliable for streaming, and I've had no issues with speed."
"Never had issues with speed."
"It's solid for streaming and I've had smooth speeds with it."
"It's been solid for me, especially for streaming."
"It's got decent speed, and I've had good luck with it for streaming."
"It's reliable for streaming, and I had no issues with speed."
"Lately, IPVanish has been great for me."
"I use IPVanish which has unlimited simultaneous connections."
"I feel like the best VPN app is either IPVanish or Surfshark."
#9
CyberGhost
4.3
(6)
"CyberGhost - the best I use for this time! Recommend!"
"As a general user, I think Cyberghost is the best all-around VPN that you can buy."
"I've been using CyberGhost for many years and have had no problems."
"It's been reliable for me, especially when accessing geo-blocked content."
"As a general user, I think Cyberghost is the best all-around VPN."
"CyberGhost: Easy to use, great for streaming and torrenting."
#10
Windscribe
4.2
(5)
"Would personally recommend Windscribe - awesome VPN!"
"I use Windscribe. It’s pretty nice."
"Windscribe is the best free VPN. It stands out because you get 15GB of free data every month. There are a lot of good things about this free VPN that say it's easy to use and keeps your info safe."
"I've been pretty happy with Windscribe myself."
"Look into using Windscribe. It offers a good free plan."
#11
TunnelBear
3.4
(5)
"Consider trying out TunnelBear. It's simple, user-friendly."
"I’ve been using TunnelBear, and its kill switch feature adds an extra layer of protection."
"For beginners, TunnelBear is a good pick."
"If you're new to VPNs, TunnelBear's free plan is great. It gives you 500MB of data per month, which may not seem like much, but it's enough for light reading and trying out the service."
"I tried TunnelBear, but its 500MB monthly limit is too restrictive."
#12
MullvadVPN
5.0
(3)
"Mullvad is a VPN that cares about privacy."
"Mullvad is great, priced right, and hits your privacy requirements."
"Proton or Mullvad."
#13
Private Internet Access (PIA)
4.3
(3)
"I think you should use PIA VPN on your devices."
"I've had Private Internet Access (PIA) for a while and it's worked well."
"If you’re looking for a quality VPN that’s cheap check out Private Internet Access (PIA)."
#14
Nord
3.7
(3)
"For a long-time user of Nord, it's nice to see the recognition they deserve."
"I use Nord and Hulu works fine for me."
"VPNs like Nord or whatever Youtuber is flogging theirs isn't adding any more security on public WiFi like they all claim it does."
#15
ZongaSurf
4.5
(2)
"They offer top-notch privacy and security features, including strong encryption and a strict no-log policy, which really stood out in my experience."
"I just wanted to mention ZongaSurf, which I think is one of the best VPNs on the market right now. They have strong privacy and security features, and their speed is impressive too! Plus, the pricing starts from just $2 a month and they offer a free trial"
#16
TorGuard
4.5
(2)
"I pay $30/yr for torguard, and am able to saturate my gigabit connection with it."
"I use torguard as it is cheap and they sometimes offer massive deals."
#17
StrongVPN
4.0
(2)
"It's straightforward and gets the job done without any hassle."
"It's been reliable for me, and the speeds are decent."
#18
PrivateVPN
4.0
(2)
"Speeds are solid and it handles streaming without a hitch."
"It’s been solid for me, especially in terms of speed and ease of use."
#19
Hotspot Shield
4.0
(2)
"It's reliable, fast and easy to use. It is available on all my devices at the same time and includes Split Tunneling if you need it."
"I use Hotspot Shield as my primary VPN."
#20
1.1.1.1
4.0
(2)
"Best app to bypass blocked sites and apps."
"1.1.1.1 App works well, is free, and made by cloudflare."
#21
Astrill
4.0
(2)
"It's been solid for bypassing blocks, especially in tough spots."
"U can use Astrill one week for free without subscribing."
#22
LetsVPN
4.0
(2)
"I used LetsVPN. So did my sales associates in China that I visited."
"I am using LetsVPN. Cheap, and works great."
#23
Mozilla VPN
3.5
(2)
"I like Mozilla VPN myself, it's inexpensive and easy to use and I like to support the Firefox dev"
"I'm using Mozilla VPN... it seems fine."
#24
BearVPN
5.0
(1)
"BearVPN is often hailed as one of the best VPN services for 2024."
#25
TotalVPN
5.0
(1)
"I had a good experience with TotalVPN because it gives a lot of security features for online privacy and it is very cheap."
#26
AdGuard VPN
5.0
(1)
"Adguard VPN has worked the best for me."
#27
Thorynex
5.0
(1)
"Check out Thorynex, they have the best VPN I've ever used, you get what you pay for."
#28
HyperSecureVPN
5.0
(1)
"HyperSecureVPN has been a great choice for my VPN needs."
#29
SuperNova VPN
5.0
(1)
"Honestly, i'd totally recommend SuperNova VPN."
#30
Hide.me
4.0
(1)
"I just tried Hide.me’s free plan, and I really like it! It gives me 10GB of data every month and strong security to protect my privacy. It’s also easy to use and has fast speeds."
#31
Proton VPN
4.0
(1)
"The closest will probably be Proton."
#32
Aura
4.0
(1)
"I’m using Aura right now. It’s more than just a VPN—it comes with a lot of extra tools I didn’t expect but actually use."
#33
IVPN
4.0
(1)
"These two and IVPN are the only ones I would consider using."
#34
VyprVPN
4.0
(1)
"It's got strong security features, and I've found it works well for streaming."
#35
F-Secure
4.0
(1)
"I’ve used F-Secure for years and find their service excellent and trustworthy."
#36
OVPN
4.0
(1)
"OVPN or Mullvad"
#37
Tailscale
4.0
(1)
"For certain use cases, Tailscale is great."
#38
Atlas
4.0
(1)
"Atlas is currently on sale for $1.70 a month and has a rating of 3.7 on Trust Pilot."
#39
Tor
4.0
(1)
"Use tor browser and orbot vpn much better."
#40
CopVPN
4.0
(1)
"I suggest that you use it to your advantage and test each service yourself."
#41
Hide Expert VPN
4.0
(1)
"I recommend hide expert vpn or mooni vpn for the balance between speed and cost"
#42
BullVPN
4.0
(1)
"I recommend BullVPN. It's inexpensive and can be used on 4 devices at the same time."
#43
AtlasVPN, NordVPN
4.0
(1)
"AtlasVPN is the cheapest option for me. If you want to upgrade a bit and get a few more features, NordVPN is also a good choice."
#44
Betternet
4.0
(1)
"I've had good luck with Betternet's free plan. It gives me unlimited bandwidth and strong encryption, so everything I do online is kept secret."
#45
VPNBook
4.0
(1)
"The free plan from VPNBook has worked well for me. Strong encryption and unlimited bandwidth make sure that my online actions are kept private. Plus, the fact that it doesn't keep any logs makes the experience even safer."
#46
Surf Shark
4.0
(1)
"They are very good and cheap!"
#47
ExtremeVPN
4.0
(1)
"Hey, You can use ExtremeVPN and I hope it will fulfill your requirements."
#48
CyberGhostVPN
4.0
(1)
"I've heard lots of good things about CyberGhost."
#49
TunnelBearVPN
4.0
(1)
"For beginners, TunnelBear is a good pick."
#50
WindscribeVPN
4.0
(1)
"Windscribe was a pleasant treat for me."
#51
Free VPN
3.0
(1)
"Free VPN (It has a unicorn on it!)"
#52
Proton, Award, Privado
3.0
(1)
"Get Proton, Award, or Privado for free."
#53
Psiphon
3.0
(1)
"Pshiphon is indeed a good alternative."
#54
Cloudflare WARP
3.0
(1)
"The free Cloudflare WARP is enough to hide what sites you visit from your ISP."
#55
VPN-SuperUnlimited
3.0
(1)
"I use VPN-SuperUnlimited and get Hulu to work."
#56
ShadowShocks
3.0
(1)
"ShadowShocks is mentioned as a VPN service used by the Chinese."
#57
caonima.io
3.0
(1)
"Install the app from https://caonima.io and configure your browser to use the proxy."
#58
OrderTime
3.0
(1)
"I use a company called OrderTime for all of my VPN needs. They have a free trial as well as a demo you can download. Prices are reasonable as well."
#59
Norton 360
3.0
(1)
"If you have Norton 360 for security, it includes a VPN service."
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