Vpn reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 1449 Reddit reviews across 92 subreddits and 300 posts to rank the best Vpn brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/high_speed_vpn, r/VPNsReddit, r/VPN_Support, r/VPN_Services, r/VPNFreaks. Top-rated brands include NordVPN (4.3/5), ProtonVPN (4.2/5), Mullvad (4.5/5).

Stats

Reviews1449

Subreddits92

Posts300

Brands98

Products6

Top communities

r/high_speed_vpn435 r/VPNsReddit77 r/VPN_Support75 r/VPN_Services62 r/VPNFreaks57

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NordVPN

4.3

(204)

"I moved to NordVPN not long ago after reading some suggestions on Reddit. After a few weeks of use, I can say that it is easy to use, much faster than what I was used to, and great for getting around geoblocks."

"I use NordVPN on my iPhone 16 pro and it works very well. I really love the app's design, it's simple, yet pleasant to the eye."

"I went with Nord and it works great on all my devices."

"I've used NordVPN for several years and i've got no complains!"

"Nord gives me the best speeds and stability."

"I've been using NordVPN on my computers and phones for years. No complaints."

"No issues with nordvpn, been 7 years"

"Just switched to NordVPN earlier today and the difference is very significant."

"Been running NordVPN for about 5 or 6 years."

"I've been using NordVPN for 6 or 7 years."

ProtonVPN

4.2

(183)

"From your list, Proton is probably the best."

"I’ve tried most VPNs and think Proton is the best overall."

"I've had great speeds with both ProtonVPN and NordVPN."

"ProtonVPN or AirVPN."

"ProtonVPN or TorGuard are excellent alternatives."

"Proton VPN has 30+ servers in Sweden and nearly 10,000 worldwide."

"I am using ProtonVPN, and I have only good things to say."

"Love protonvpn!"

"I've been using PROTON VPN for quite a while and it really is amazing."

"Proton vpn is All-rounder, best strong privacy."

Mullvad

4.5

(145)

"Mullvad VPN"

"Mullvad might be a bit more expensive than the others but it's the best of the bunch."

"Mulvad .. always mulvad"

"Mullvad is really stable if you just wanna leech"

"Highly recommend mullvad no silly subscription bait simple and works great."

"I like mullvad cause I don't have to get tied up with a subscription."

"Use either Mullvad or ProtonVPN, i would recommend proton."

"Mullvad. Faster than I experienced with expressVPN."

"Been using mullvad for almost a year. Works great."

"Mullvad , it’s not even up for debate imo"

Surfshark

4.4

(146)

"I use Surfshark, and besides their solid VPN service, they offer some great extra features."

"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 been great for me!"

"I personally went with Surfshark, as it runs great on all platforms and has plenty of P2P servers that I can use for torrenting."

"I went with Surfshark as it is more affordable. It has plenty of US servers."

"I´ve used Surfshark last stay. Surpassed the chinese Filter."

"I recommend Surfshark or NordVPN, I’ve personally tried most other VPNs and those two were the best."

"But if you want a good vpn and anti malware, choose surfshark."

"I use Surfshark and it's been very reliable for me."

"The best vpn for accessing porn sites is surfshark."

ExpressVPN

4.5

(116)

"ExpressVPN has been the most reliable one I’ve used."

"I’ve been using ExpressVPN for streaming, and it’s fantastic."

"ExpressVPN has always been a favorite for its simplicity and speed."

"ExpressVPN is another great option. It’s fast, secure, and works well for accessing restricted sites."

"I have used ExpressVPN for a while and have been happy with it."

"I have been using ExpressVPN for about 5 years. No complaints."

"If you're looking for a VPN for Netflix, ExpressVPN is a solid option."

"I've had zero issues with ExpressVPN for almost 4 years now."

"I've been using ExpressVPN, and I love it!"

"I strongly suggest ExpressVPN if you want a VPN that works great on Fire Stick."

Windscribe

4.0

(79)

"Would personally recommend Windscribe - awesome VPN!"

"Windscribe VPN is a great service"

"Windscribe was a pleasant treat for me."

"I use windscribe, I like it."

"If you're on a budget, Windscribe's build-a-plan is great."

"I had a pretty good run with it on my iPhone."

"I’ve been using Winscribe for a few years, and it’s perfect."

"Windscribe has been my go-to for about a year now. I mainly use it for travel and it consistently gets me around hotel Wi-Fi restrictions without any headaches."

"I’ve been using Windscribe for a while."

"Windscribe & 1VPN are the only good Firefox VPN extensions with free versions."

Private Internet Access

4.1

(47)

"Another thumbs up for PIA—been using it for years without trouble."

"PIA all the way!! BEST vpn I have ever used!!"

"PIA is the best vpn I have used as well!!"

"I used Private Internet Access for this, and it worked like a champ with no lag."

"I've been using Private Internet Access for years and have been super happy with it."

"I think you should use PIA VPN on your devices if you are still looking for a good VPN."

"It's worked well. It works quickly and reliably, and their policy of not keeping logs protects my privacy."

"This has been the most solid vpn I have ever used.. and I’d included Port Forwarding."

"I picked PIA a couple of years ago and have had no complaints."

"I’ve been a PIA user for eight years and it’s worked fine."

CyberGhost

4.1

(45)

"I've heard lots of good things about CyberGhost."

"CyberGhost was the best VPN for torrenting that I found."

"As a general user, I think Cyberghost is the best all-around VPN that you can buy."

"It’s been smooth on my iPhone, and it works great for streaming."

"Killer interface, and the speeds are pretty solid."

"It's been solid for my downloads."

"They have specific servers for each you search example netflix under (for streaming) tab and it will give you a server that work with a specific service"

"I switched to Cyber Ghost in 2015."

"CyberGhost is great if you want a VPN specifically optimized for streaming and gaming."

"Try out CyberGhost. It's user-friendly and has a solid track record for streaming."

Proton VPN

4.7

(37)

"Proton VPN has a totally free option, and it really works well."

"Proton VPN is great"

"Proton works well and it never shared any user data till date."

"Proton has been solid for me."

"So far it’s been working every time."

"Update: I've started using ProtonVPN and I'm blown away."

"Premium Proton has been great for me."

"Use protonvpn or mullvad."

"Anything that has a no logs policy like proton or Pia."

"Proton!"

#10

IPVanish

4.1

(39)

"It's pretty reliable on Mac and the speed has been solid for me."

"It’s quick and reliable. Not much to set up and it handles streaming like a pro."

"I used IPVanish and it works perfectly with my Apple TV."

"It’s been solid for me in gaming."

"It's been reliable for me on iPhone, especially for streaming."

"Quick and doesn’t throttle speeds."

"I switched to IP Vanish and I’ve been with them for seven years now."

"IPVanish also has a free trial plan and is fairly fast."

"Ipvanish serves me well and is cheap as shit."

"If you want something solid, check out IPVanish."

#11

VyprVPN

4.1

(30)

"It’s fast and has a user-friendly app for both iPhone and iPad."

"I've used it on my iPhone for a while now, and it handles streaming like a champ."

"It’s worked great for me in China."

"Try VyprVPN. It's reliable, has good speeds."

"I’ve been using VyprVPN for a few months, and their Chameleon protocol has been perfect for dodging Netflix blocks."

"Look into VyprVPN. It's solid for privacy and keeps speeds decent."

"I’ve been using VyprVPN on my phone for a while. It’s pretty solid for keeping my data safe."

"If you're looking for a solid option, check out VyprVPN. It has good compatibility with Firestick and handles streaming really well."

"If you're serious about catching every game, try out VyprVPN."

"They've got a strong privacy stance and their speeds are pretty solid."

#12

TunnelBear

4.0

(29)

"For beginners, TunnelBear is a good pick."

"It’s simple to set up and works well with popular games."

"It’s easy to set up and has a cute bear theme."

"It's easy to use and works well for streaming on iPhone and iPad."

"(free up to 2gb per month, i have used it for 2 days just for snap and i have 1.95gb remaining."

"Try TunnelBear or NordVPN on your PC both are great options for a secure VPN."

"I like Tunnelbear.com and you can try it for free without any payment needed."

"Consider using a VPN like TunnelBear. The setup is easy."

"Try using a service like TunnelBear. It's super easy to set up and works well even on older TVs."

"Check out TunnelBear. It's super user-friendly and has a cute vibe."

#13

VeePN

4.9

(22)

"I originally got VeePN for a trip, but I’ve kept using it because it works so well."

"VeePN is worth checking out! It’s fast, secure, and their customer service has been really responsive."

"A friend of mine swears by VeePN for his business trips."

"I recommend VeePN to everyone who asks about VPNs."

"I’ve used VeePN to access news sites while traveling."

"VeePN has been amazing for my online security."

"VeePN is great for anyone who wants a fast, affordable VPN."

"My cousin got me into VeePN, and I’m grateful."

"VeePN has been my top choice for keeping my data secure."

"I love VeePN for watching sports in other countries."

#14

Atlas VPN

3.9

(27)

"It’s been solid for me lately. I played some fast-paced stuff without any lag."

"You should check out Atlas VPN."

"Look into Atlas VPN. It's affordable and does a decent job for streaming."

"Atlas VPN is another great choice to think about."

"It's cheap, easy to use, and works well with Mac."

"If cost is a big factor for you, I’d say give Atlas VPN a try."

"Try using Atlas VPN. It's straightforward and has good speeds."

"Try out Atlas VPN. It's straightforward and keeps things running smoothly."

"If you want a free VPN that gives you some control over location, try using Atlas VPN."

"I tried Atlas VPN recently and it worked well for me."

#15

AirVPN

4.1

(22)

"[airvpn.org](https://airvpn.org/?referred_by=440523) any day."

"Surprised no one is recommending AirVPN more."

"I've used AirVPN for years."

"I recommend get a paid services like proton or AirVpn."

"AirVPN works great"

"AirVPN is another solid choice for torrenting because it supports port forwarding and has strong encryption."

"If torrenting is a priority, AirVPN is worth considering."

"AirVPN or ProtonVPN because they both have port forwarding."

"AirVPN is the choice for me."

"These days AirVPN or ProtonVPN."

#16

ZenMate

3.9

(20)

"Try using ZenMate if you want something that just works without all the bells and whistles."

"It's user-friendly, works great on Mac, and has solid speeds for streaming."

"It's straightforward and won't bog down your phone at all."

"Look into using ZenMate. It’s user-friendly and should work just fine with that older TV setup."

"You want a VPN that gives you the best bang for your buck on a Firestick? Look into ZenMate."

"Try using ZenMate. It’s pretty straightforward and should handle streaming on older setups without issues."

"If you're after something solid, check out ZenMate. It's been reliable for me."

"I had decent luck with it, especially when I switched to a random city in Europe."

"Switching to ZenMate helped me catch more games."

"It’s been pretty reliable for me, and the speeds are decent."

#17

PureVPN

4.1

(14)

"I've been using PureVPN for a while now, and it's great."

"It’s cost-effective and works smoothly on Mac without any hitches."

"I’ve found Purevpn to be really reliable on my iPhone 14 pro max."

"It's got good speeds and a solid privacy policy."

"IF you MUST use a vpn, then just stick to pure VPN, Surfshark, or PIA."

"You might want to check out PureVPN. It’s got good compatibility with Firestick and doesn’t slow down your connection too much."

"If you want to watch MLB TV without the hassle, I’d say check out PureVPN."

"Try using PureVPN. It kept my ping low and I didn’t face any lag while playing."

"It's worked pretty well for Netflix."

"Good for gaming and speeds."

#18

IVPN

4.2

(13)

"With regular, transparent independent audits and features, such as an effective Anti-Tracker Mode, IVPN is one of the most secure VPNs out there!"

"Im surprised nobody mentioned iVPN which has native Linux,Router,Wireguard,Mikrotik,Android,Ios,Windows Support and their source is open on git which you can compile the software from source!"

"Best app and most trustworthy in my opinion."

"IVPN - Tells it like it is. Best Apps."

"IVPN"

"If you want something different, try IVPN."

"It’s got a strong privacy focus and works well on routers."

"You probably try out iVPN, ProtonVPN and Mullvad and pick one that suits your needs.."

"Works well for torrents, and they have a strong no-logs policy."

"If you want a reliable VPN, look into IVPN."

#19

Private Internet Access (PIA)

4.5

(12)

"I'd recommend PIA. They've been great for privacy."

"I've had solid results with it."

"It’s been solid for me on iPhone and handles multiple devices without a hitch."

"PIA is the best value out of the five cost wise."

"If you’re looking for the best VPN for privacy, streaming, and torrenting."

"I'd say PIA is the best VPN if you want solid privacy."

"It works pretty well, especially for keeping connections stable in China."

"Pia has been great for the past ~6 or so years."

"I use PIA. Works well and the UI is clean."

"I’ve been using PIA for 8 years now and am happy."

#20

PIA

4.4

(12)

"I've been using PIA for over 5 years, and it's been absolutely reliable."

"I think you should use PIA VPN on your devices."

"I've used Private Internet Access for years, and I love it."

"PIA (Private Internet Access) has never let me down yet."

"I've been using PIA for about a week downloading about 75 GB's worth of torrents."

"Great speeds, great security, no-logs."

"Depends on your needs."

"Pia or mullvad probably"

"It’s pretty effective at getting around blocks."

"It has a strong track record for torrenting and offers tons of servers."

#21

Astrill

4.4

(10)

"It's fast and has good security."

"It’s pricey but solid for keeping connections alive in China."

"It’s pricey but super reliable in China."

"Try out Astrill for your trip. It’s been my go-to in China."

"Astrill has worked well."

"They have a trial that might work for your short stay."

"From what I know, I think I can trust Astrill the most."

"It’s been my go-to in China and does the job."

"It's not the cheapest but it’s reliable."

"Astrill all works."

#22

BullVPN

4.2

(10)

"BullVPN"

"I recommend BullVPN."

"I recommend BullVPN. can be used on both iOS and macOS."

"I use BullVPN, this one is ok, works well in China."

"BullVPN is used by many people in China."

"I use BullVPN It works well in China."

"If I were to recommend one, it would be BullVPN."

"Try our BullVPN to use Netflix across regions."

"BullVPN works well in China, for streaming, cheap."

"Can try BullVPN."

#23

Proton

4.7

(9)

"Proton is great for something like qbit"

"Proton all the way, because of port forwarding easy to setup and cheap."

"It is one of the best though, because of port forwarding."

"1. Proton 2. Mullvad Disregard anything else."

"It's free for both PC and mobile, also available for iOS."

"Best free one is always gonna be proton"

"Proton is the fantastic, pricey but absolutely worth it."

"It's been great for World of Tanks."

"I have used a couple of VPNs (Proton and VPN Unlimited) that have the ability to exclude certain apps."

#24

PrivateVPN

4.3

(9)

"It's got solid speeds and I didn't run into lag while gaming."

"I've had a solid experience with them on both iPhone and iPad."

"It's worked great for me with no lag in competitive games."

"The interface is super easy to navigate, and the speeds are solid for streaming."

"It's got a good mix of speed and reliability."

"It's pretty fast and has a solid privacy policy."

"My goto paid version is privateVPN."

"It’s got a solid setup for torrenting and speeds."

"Look into PrivateVPN. It's got good speeds for online gaming and keeps your connection secure."

#25

hide.me

3.9

(9)

"Well you can try the Proton VPN and hide.me are 2 good option to try."

"It's reasonably priced, lots of features and I get really good speeds with it."

"It's straightforward on Mac and the speeds are pretty decent."

"It’s solid on Mac, super easy to set up, and pretty affordable."

"Look into using Hide.me. The free version is solid and you get a few location choices."

"Offers a free subscription for 10GB a month and good speeds."

"It's got a free tier that might help you get around the restrictions."

"You should consider trying out Hide.me."

"If you’re mainly looking to secure public Wi-Fi, Hide.me offers a free VPN plan."

#26

Tailscale

5.0

(7)

"Tailscale."

"Tailscale is great, if you want something similar but with a bit easier access control take a look at TwinGate."

"If you want easy. Tailscale is great."

"Tailscale as others have said. its stupid easy and it just works."

"As others have said use Tailscale, if you're not very technical its super easy to get going."

"For that few id just pay for Tailscale and call it a day."

"Tailscale. Have a box running at your house functioning as an exit node. Works flawlessly."

#27

TorGuard

4.1

(8)

"Tried them all. TorGuard is best."

"Torguard is still good"

"Is good"

"I use Torguard."

"Look into Torguard. It’s got solid performance for streaming and plays nice with older TVs."

"I use TorGuard."

"It's built for torrenting and has good speeds."

"If you're trying to save some cash, look into TorGuard."

#28

Letsvpn

3.9

(7)

"Letsvpn worked well for me"

"LetsVPN was pretty stable throughout my time in the southern part of China."

"I’m using LetsVPN too and it allows me to switch regions"

"In Beijing and Shanghai, you can try LetsVPN. It works alright in both area."

"Have used it without any issues in Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, and now Beijing."

"So far LetsVPN has worked fine in Shanghai, but even with the premium membership I can’t set my location to the US."

"It's cheap and safe, but you can't use it to watch TikTok if that's important to you."

#29

StrongVPN

4.3

(6)

"It delivers great speeds and I played without lag."

"It's been really smooth for me on my iPhone."

"It's straightforward to use on Mac, good for streaming, and keeps pricing reasonable."

"Look into using StrongVPN. It has solid performance and works well for streaming older content."

"Look into StrongVPN. It has solid encryption and good speeds."

"Consider checking out StrongVPN. It's pretty affordable and I've found it to be reliable."

#30

ExtremeVPN

4.3

(6)

"It provides a free 7-day trial period, which I've been using without issues regarding streaming and privacy protection."

"It's fast, secure, and just perfect for downloading movies safely."

"Personally I like ExtremeVPN. It has been going very well for me; it is fast and reliable."

"For accessing region-blocked games you can try ExtremeVPN."

"I would suggest using ExtremeVPN since it can easily unblock regional restrictions."

"You can try ExtremeVPN which offers a Chrome extension."

#31

Hotspot Shield

3.7

(6)

"HotspotShield ships an RPM on their website for a cli."

"I tried using Hotspot Shield for my mobile VPN, and it worked well enough for me."

"You could try using Hotspot Shield. It has a free version that lets you choose your location."

"It worked great for me when I was in China."

"Hotspotshield"

"I was using Hotspot Shield for free, but the ads were annoying."

#32

Nord VPN

4.2

(5)

"NordVPN works here perfectly."

"If you care about anonymity use NordVPN."

"I am pretty happy with Nord VPN."

"I use Nord VPN and haven't had any problems."

"Once I switched to Nord I haven’t had any problems."

#33

Nord

4.2

(5)

"The app is super easy to use, and I’ve had no issues with speed or connectivity."

"I've used Nord VPN on my iPhone, and it's been great for unblocking restricted content and keeping my data secure."

"It has good features, lots of servers and good speeds."

"Nord VPN is great but its pricy."

"There are issues with respect to connectivity at times on ooredoo."

#34

FastestVPN

4.0

(5)

"I bought FastestVPN lifetime pass for $30."

"It actually worked pretty well."

"If you want something budget-friendly, check out FastestVPN."

"Lightweight and doesn’t bog down your iPhone."

"I use FastestVPN. It does the job."

#35

HMA

3.8

(5)

"Check out HMA for your Mac. It's easy to set up and has decent speeds."

"Try a VPN like HMA. It works fine for older setups and is super easy to get going."

"Check out HMA VPN. I used it with my Firestick, and it handled streaming on an old TV just fine."

"Consider using HMA VPN. It’s got solid speeds and a simple interface."

"I’m using HMA, cheap and serves my purposes of hiding my IP."

#36

Betternet

3.6

(5)

"Consider using Betternet. No ad hassle, decent speeds."

"One that stood out for me was Betternet."

"Easy and fast."

"It’s pretty straightforward and works on Mac."

"I found it fast for basic stuff, just expect ads."

#37

Twingate

4.5

(4)

"Twingate is probably the easiest thing to deploy and manage."

"Twingate. zero trust vpn from the start. and its free for up to 5 users."

"Did you look at Twingate? ZTNA, no ports on firewall to open."

"Twingate. Zero trust, inexpensive."

#38

AdGuard VPN

4.0

(4)

"Been the best setup experience I have had and the best speeds."

"Personally, I use Adguard VPN."

"Got a good deal on Adguards VPN."

"Adguard VPN."

#39

Shadowsocks

4.0

(4)

"It's not a typical VPN but can be effective for bypassing blocks in China."

"It's lightweight and works well in tight networks."

"It’s lightweight and can slip past those blocks without a hassle."

"Look into Shadowsocks, it's really solid for access."

#40

Cloudflare

4.3

(3)

"This is the best free VPN."

"Free forever even qbedwars used it and ping even reaches 130ms to 240ms fast for a vpn from cloudflare."

"Cloudflare has free plan under 50users. Easy to setup and really good."

#41

VPN Unlimited

4.3

(3)

"I paid for a lifetime of VPN Unlimited a few years ago and it has paid for itself already."

"VPN Unlimited from Keep Solid. Going on 12 years now and it has never let me down."

"They've often got lifetime VPN deals for next to nothing."

#42

HMA VPN

4.0

(3)

"Try using HideMyAss. It’s straightforward and I’ve had solid speeds with it."

"Consider trying HMA VPN. It's user-friendly and keeps your phone running smoothly."

"I've been using HMA VPN and it's been solid for gaming."

#43

Speedify

3.7

4.0

(2)

"Look into using Urban VPN. It’s free, lets you pick locations."

"Try using Urban VPN. It’s totally free and lets you switch locations easily."

#52

3.0

(1)

"You can try FreeVPN. Few ads, but good speed."

#98

Riseup VPN

3.0

(1)

"If you’re looking for something super lightweight, Riseup VPN might be worth checking out."

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