21 Best iPhone VPN of 2022 [Updated List]

Do you really need a VPN for your iPhone? If you’ve ever found yourself logging onto a public Wi-Fi network at the airport or your local coffee shop, then yes, a VPN is for you. Apple really has done a good job of protecting its mobile platform from the worst kinds of malware. But don’t get too smug.

A VPN, or virtual private network, goes beyond malware protection by making it harder for advertisers, ISPs, and snoops to monitor your online activities.

In addition to providing an extra layer of encrypted privacy to your already-well secured device.

iPhone VPNs are the perfect tool to unblock apps that may be curtailed by your office, school or the country that you’re visiting.

There’s good news for iPhone users. Now possible to find a number of VPN providers that are more reliable and easier to use than ever before and they’re optimized for mobile.

Below, you’ll find our recommendations for the best iPhone VPN. We’ll explain here the features of iPhone VPN apps, how to get the best deals and, ultimately, the top 21 iPhone VPN’s that we believe the best in 2022.

1. NordVPN

NordVPN’s iPhone app is up there among the very best.

It’s a well organized application, with at-a-glance information displayed by the ‘quick connect’ widget that details the closest server, availability, load percentage and so on. It’s basically got everything you could ask for in an iPhone VPN.

On the security front, NordVPN supports the industry standard 256-bit encryption, and offers an automatic kill switch (a real boon), along with double data encryption, which passes your data through two separate VPN servers.

This provider also has a ‘no logs’ policy, which is good to see – indeed, it’s audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers to ensure that it holds water. The app includes an auto-connect feature to, you guessed it, automatically connect the VPN when it detects you’re using an untrusted network or Wi-Fi. There’s added Siri capability, too.

And all the in-depth features you’d demand from even the best desktop clients: a fully featured protocols menu, speciality server lists, the list goes on.

NordVPN offers way above average performance, too – especially now that speeds are cranked up via its WireGuard-based NordLynx protocol – and the network boasts a plentiful amount of servers of more than 5,000 in all.

Perhaps our only real niggle would be that the default map view when you open the app is a bit fiddly to use. But you can see that we’re really struggling to pick holes here.

2. IPVanish

A big win for IPVanish is its fun, configurable interface, which makes it an ideal client for those who are interested in learning how to understand what a VPN does under the hood.

With its iOS app, IPVanish manages to pack the same extensive suite of digital knobs and dials into a smaller screen to impressive effect. If you’re looking for the ability to do some precision-tuning to your VPN connection, IPVanish is a solid bet.

From generating visual graphs of your internet activity to a bevy of switches controlling split-tunnelling, LAN connection allowance and more — IPVanish is an iOS app for the methodical tech tweaker who enjoys having exact control over their mobile traffic. Its multiplatform flexibility is also ideal for people focused on finding a Netflix-friendly VPN.

A unique feature of IPVanish, and one we’re intrigued by, is the VPN’s support of Kodi, the open-source media streaming app that was once known as XBMC.

Any serious media fan has used or built Kodi or XBMC into a media player, and the integrated IPVanish Kodi plugin provides access to media worldwide. At $11 a month or $65 a year, IPVanish VPN is obviously trying to move you towards its yearly program. We’re a little disappointed that it only allows a seven-day trial, rather than a full 30 days, but it does offer a full money-back guarantee.

That said, the company gets kudos for its recent increase from 10 to now unlimited simultaneous connections. We also liked its connection kill switch feature, a must for anyone serious about remaining anonymous while surfing. Read our IPVanish review.

Key Points:

• Number of VPN server locations: 75
• Number of servers: 1,600
• Country/jurisdiction: US
• Most customizable VPN app

3. Betternet

Betternet is a well-known VPN that offers both free and paid versions.

Betternet is a very minimally designed, and easy to use VPN app, with highly positive ratings on the App Store. The freemium version of the app is limited and features ads, which you can get rid of using the in-app purchases ($35.99/year).

It encrypts your entire data to keep it protected from data trackers. And with the trusted no-log policy, you shouldn’t worry about your sensitive information being misused. That said, it’s noteworthy that Betternet does log the domain names of websites you visit, although this data is anonymized so it can’t be traced back to you. The VPN app also uses your IP address to approximate your location, although Betternet claims that it doesn’t log your IP addresses at all.

Apart from that, the app has servers in many countries and works pretty well in automatically connecting to the fastest VPN server so that you can browse with the desired speed. Overall, Betternet is, as far as VPN apps go, the easiest to use VPN app that you can get on the App Store.

Pros:

• Automatically connects to the fastest VPN server
• No need to register before using
• Custom VPN apps super easy to use
• Trusted no-log policy
• Encrypts your entire data

Cons:

• The freemium version is quite basic
• Lacks basic security features like VPN kill switch
• Unreliable speeds
• Unreliable for streaming
• No customer support for free users

4. Mozilla VPN

Mozilla VPN is finally out of beta testing and taking aim at the best VPN services available.

You’ll be able to download it in a handful of countries, including the US, the UK, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, and Malaysia, but if your location doesn’t appear in that list, fear not as Mozilla has promised to add more locations by fall. Originally a browser extension, Mozilla VPN is now an independent product providing system-wide protection for Windows, iOS, and Android apps.

Mozilla VPN’s network consists of just over 280 servers in around 40 locations, which should be adequate for most users.

Experienced VPN users will be pleased to hear that Mozilla VPN uses Mullvad’s VPN servers (a well-known and trusted brand), which it connects to via only the modern WireGuard protocol for maximum performance and privacy. Features include a kill switch that can be set to deploy in the event that the VPN drops out. However, if this advanced-level security isn’t required for all your tasks, split tunneling ensures you can carry on browsing using a standard connection too.

Be aware that although Mozilla VPN works with up to five devices, they all need to be registered.

So, if you’re already at the maximum capacity, you’ll need to deregister one of the devices before you can add another. Some providers, like KeepSolid VPN Unlimited, have similar rules, but most, like ExpressVPN, don’t force you to register a device before you can use it, which makes the process far simpler.

There is only one price plan costing $4.99 a month when paid monthly – cheaper than many other providers’ annual plans.

However, if you’re looking for long-term cover, Mozilla VPN might start to look a little more expensive than some, as there’s no benefit to signing up for longer. However, you will benefit from a 30-day money-back guarantee with no hidden catches, so you can test the service to see if it fits.

Mozilla VPN is marketed as a secure, privacy-focused service as opposed to a website-unblocking specialist.

Our review mirrored this, and although we were able to access US YouTube and BBC iPlayer, we couldn’t access Amazon Prime, Disney+, or US Netflix. Strangely, iPlayer’s usually trickier than Netflix – but there you go.

If you are looking for a streaming VPN, we’d certainly wait a while to see how Mozilla develops this aspect of the service before coughing up the cash. Download speeds averaged around 60Mbps on our 75Mbps UK connection, which is reasonable. However, the fastest VPNs do tend to perform around 10-15% better.

Connection speeds between the UK and US were above average, though, at 45-60Mbps. From the US, you can connect from Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Salt Lake City, Seattle, so the spread is wide.

Key Points:

• Client software platforms: Windows, iOS, Android (Mac and Linux coming soon)
• No. of countries: 31+
• No. of servers: 280+
• Supported protocols: WireGuard
• Encryption protocol: AES-256
• Data usage: Unlimited
• Bandwidth usage: Unlimited

Pros:

• Very quick in some scenarios
• Affordable, simple pricing
• A trusted brand
• Simple to navigate

Cons:

• Few configuration alternatives
• Lacking features
• Measly device registration limit
• Can’t unblock many streaming sites

5. PrivateVPN

PrivateVPN’s iOS app is simple to configure and use.

It’s a budget-friendly choice with high-end security features, including 256-bit encryption, OpenVPN, and DNS/IPv6 leak protection. The network is smaller than others on this list, with 200+ servers across 60 locations, and you can connect to the server of your choice with just one click.

In our tests, we found PrivateVPN to be fast, and you can use its streaming-optimized servers to access Netflix and other popular streaming services.

For the full results of our testing, see our in-depth PrivateVPN review. My testers in Russia and China were impressed with PrivateVPN’s Stealth mode. It’s powerful enough to bypass tough VPN blocks and deep packet inspection, making it an ideal choice if you’re in a country with restricted internet access.

With PrivateVPN’s 30-day money-back guarantee, So you don’t have to think twice about giving it a try.

Key Points:

• 30-day money-back guarantee
• Over 200 servers in 60 countries
• Also compatible with: macOS, Apple TV, Windows, Android, Linux, Roku, and more
• Works with: Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, and BBC iPlayer, and more
• Compatible with iOS 10.0 and up; works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch

6. Surfshark

Surfshark is currently one of the best offerings on the VPN market, and the same holds true for iOS users as well.

With unlimited simultaneous connection options, you can connect not only your iPhone or iPad, but your entire product lineup on one account. Surfshark has a kill switch when most of their rivals don’t include it on iOS. It can be a problem if the connection between your device and the server gets interrupted. This could expose your IP address and give your ISP intel on what you were doing online.

You can turn it on or off, depending on how you want it to be set up. You also get the CleanWeb feature, which functions as a filter for your browser. It blocks out URLs known to be associated with phishing and malware. This can come in handy if you’re in the habit of clicking on suspicious links.

If you’re living in a country with strict internet rules, Surfshark will automatically enable NoBorders mode.

Then, it will give you a special list of servers configured to perform under such circumstances. Your privacy will be protected with the AES-256 cipher, which is unbreakable for petty hackers and government institutions alike.

You can route your connections using IKEv2, OpenVPN (UDP/TCP), or WireGuard. All of them have their uses and are great picks, making the service all the more usable.

Pros:

• Automatic NoBorders mode
• Includes kill switch
• Data breach alerts
• Built-in adblocker
• Unblocks Netflix
• Free trial for Android and iOS users
• Strict no-logs policy
• 24/7 live chat support
• Unlimited simultaneous devices
• 30-day money-back guarantee
• Private search engine
• Smart DNS

Cons:

• No logs policy hasn’t been audited
• No free version

7. CyberGhost VPN

CyberGhost VPN has made it high onto our list as one of the best VPN services out there.

The Romanian provider is not only a secure option for privacy and anonymous browsing but also, in its decade of life, has grown to offer plenty of streaming support too. We put the latest iteration of the VPN to the test in this review to see just how well it performs.

From speed and security to app performance and geo restriction unblocking, CyberGhost is a quality VPN. And, spoiler alert, with the new WireGuard protocol, it’s quicker and more reliable than ever. CyberGhost is one of the best value VPNs if you’re happy to commit to a longer plan, and you’ll get an industry-leading 45-day money-back guarantee.

Monthly plans are, however, on the pricey side, and only come with a 14-day guarantee. For your money you’ll get access to over 7,400 VPN servers in 91 countries worldwide – one of the most comprehensive server selections available. Although not independently audited, CyberGhost makes some strong statements about whether it logs user activity (it doesn’t), and its apps appear to be thoroughly secure.

The transparency report is also a nice touch. Speed testing using the latest WireGuard protocols have made a huge leap from earlier in the year, now hitting a staggering top-end of 770Mbps.

That makes this a great option for streaming combined with the fact it unblocks most major streaming services including US Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+. If you’re looking to torrent you’re also in luck, because although not every server is P2P-enabled, there’s a huge number that are to choose from.

CyberGhost is one of the best cheap VPN services if you go for longer term plans. Like on most services, the longer you commit, the less it’ll work out costing you each month. Go for a month to month deal and you’ll be spending $12.99 per month. Commit to two years and you can pay as little as $2.17 per month with two months thrown in free as well.

This price fluctuates quite a bit but this is one of the lowest prices we’ve seen so is well worth jumping on right now.

In between is a six month option charged at $6.39 per month. There is also an additional option of getting dedicated IPs which is charged at an extra $4 per month. Go for the CyberGhost Security Suite and you get a Security Update to check missing patch updates too for $5.99 per month, down to $1.39 on a three year plan.

Pros:

• Good speeds
• Excellent support
• Great for US Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime, and Disney+
• Feature-packed Windows client

Cons:

• Mobile apps still aren’t elite
• Windows app quibbles

Key Points:

• Number of countries: 91
• Number of servers: 7,400+
• Simultaneous connections: 7
• Platforms supported: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Amazon Fire Stick, Android TV, Chrome, Firefox
• Split tunneling: Yes
• Supported protocols: WireGuard, OpenVPN UDP & TCP, L2TP/IPSec, IKEv2, PPTP
• Support: Articles, live chat, email

8. Hide.me

Another free VPN app for iPhone that I’d recommend you to check out is Hide.me VPN.

Hide Me offers a lot of impressive features even in its free tier that make it a pretty solid choice for the best free VPN app. Unlike some other free VPNs, Hide.me doesn’t show any ads to you even in the free tier.

You get to choose between 5 different locations, and Hide.me has a strict no-logs policy to ensure your privacy. It also comes with features like split-tunnelling, AES-256 encryption, as well as support for multiple VPN protocols including IKEv2, OpenVPN, SoftEther, and SSTP.

In the free tier of the service, you get 10GB bandwidth per month, which is pretty good. However, you can subscribe to the paid plans to get even more features such as fixed IP, dynamic port forwarding, and more, along with unlimited bandwidth.

Pros:

• no-ads
• Kill switch support
• no logs
• 10GB free bandwidth

Cons:

• Doesn’t work with Netflix
• Free plan only offers 1 simultaneous connection

9. ExpressVPN

Just as ExpressVPN consistently proves itself to be one of the fastest VPNs on the market, its app for iOS (and Android) is designed with a streamlined approach aimed at connecting fast without a fuss.

A single button on its landing screen directs you to connect quickly, with the only accompanying option a drop-down server location selector with your fastest nearby city selected by default. ExpressVPN’s other options: its security and privacy tools, account and settings options, and support page are all kept neatly tucked away under a garden variety three-bar icon in the screen’s top left corner.

And they’re worth checking into. ExpressVPN has included an on-board IP address checker, along with two leak testers and a password generator. The company tells us its network is powered by TrustedServer technology, which ExpressVPN built to ensure that there are never any logs of its users’ online activities.

In the privacy world, ExpressVPN has a strong track record, having experienced a server seizure by authorities which proved their zero-log policy true at the time. We also like the quality of the VPN’s setup guides, and the detailed information in its FAQ.

Like the rest of the top five VPN services we’ve reviewed, ExpressVPN offers a useful kill switch feature, which prevents network data from leaking outside of its secure VPN tunnel in the event the VPN connection fails.

Unlike the others, though, ExpressVPN gained points from us for its support of bitcoin as a payment method something not all of our favorites offer, but which adds an additional layer of privacy during checkout. The company has been in business since 2009, and ExpressVPN has a substantial network of fast VPN servers spread across 94 countries.

Its best plan is priced at less than $7 a month for an annual package, which includes three months free. Read our ExpressVPN review.

Key Points:

• Number of VPN server locations: 160
• Number of servers: 3,000-plus
• Country/jurisdiction: British Virgin Islands
• Simple, fast, effective iOS app

10. Daily VPN

This one is the sort of VPN app that can suit most people’s tastes due largely to the flexibility it offers.

First and foremost, the app has a pretty good freemium variant unlike many other rivals in the market. And second, it lets you surf the web anonymously without eating into plenty of bandwidth.

As far as the global network is concerned, it’s at par with more than 100 servers across over 20 countries. Similar to other apps on this list of best VPN apps for iPhone, Daily VPN also uses 256-bit encryption to secure your data. It can also be used to unblock content over YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, HBO, and all the best streaming services. On top of all.

if you ever find the free version not meeting your demands, you can upgrade to the pro version ($12.99/month) to unlock more servers and even remove ads. Daily VPN does log your IP address, but obfuscates and anonymizes it immediately. What’s more, the company only keeps your IP address in its logs while you’re connected to the VPN.

The logs are deleted when you end your session. Even though Daily VPN doesn’t associate your IP address with your activity online, it’s still not as good as some of the top VPN apps on this list, such as Proton VPN which has a strict no-log policy.

Pros:

• More than 100 servers across over 20 countries
• Pretty good freemium variant

Cons:

• Stores IP addresses while you’re connected
• The app freezes at times due to ads in free version

11. Proton VPN

Once mysterious but now mainstream, VPNs are services that protect your web traffic from being snooped on by your ISP (and others) and make it harder for advertisers to track you online. ProtonVPN can’t claim to be the biggest, the flashiest, or even the cheapest VPN, yet it’s still the highest-rated VPN we’ve reviewed.

It places an enormous emphasis on user privacy and has an excellent client that’s easy to use. It also offers a suite of advanced privacy tools usually reserved for more expensive products. For all that, and for its excellent free version that has no limit on data usage, it’s an Editors’ Choice winner and one of the best VPNs.

If you’re dipping your toe into VPNs, it’s a great way to start with no risk.

The ProtonVPN Plus tier also includes access to multihop Secure Core servers, which are a bit unusual and merit further explanation. ProtonVPN says that these servers are only in countries with strong privacy laws and that it owns them directly.

Physically, they reside in secure facilities (in one example, on an old military base). When you connect via Secure Core servers, your VPN connection makes two hops. First, from your device to the Secure Core servers, and then onward to the VPN server you select.

While a VPN protects your data with its encrypted tunnel, that doesn’t matter if an attacker has taken control of the VPN server. The Secure Core server scheme guarantees that your information is secure from your computer to the Secure Core server, which is under lock and key.

If the next VPN server you connect to after the Secure Core server has been compromised, whoever has taken control won’t be able to glean anything about you because your traffic will appear to be coming from the Secure Core server and not your actual computer.

This is similar to Tor, but Tor is much more complex with many more hops in between you and your destination.

How Much Does ProtonVPN Cost?

The First subscription tier of ProtonVPN is its free VPN offering, which includes just three VPN server locations (Japan, Netherlands, and the US) and only allows one device to be connected at a time.

Despite those limitations, ProtonVPN is unique in that it does not limit the amount of data a free subscriber can use, as mentioned earlier.

TunnelBear VPN’s free offering limits you to 500MB of secured traffic per month, Hotspot Shield tops out at 500MB per day, and KeepSolid VPN Lite places no data restrictions on its free version but does limit users to a single server.

The Second tier is ProtonVPN Basic, which costs $5 per month ($48 annually, $79 every two years). This tier grants access to all the VPN locations ProtonVPN has to offer, but it limits you to just two devices and a subset of servers.

P2P and BitTorrent file sharing are allowed at this tier, as well as the NetShield ad and tracker blocker.

Pros:

• Numerous advanced privacy tools
• Flexible, low-cost plans
• Slick, accessible client
• ProtonMail bundle
• Strong customer privacy stance
• Best free subscription

Cons:

• Fewer servers, locations than most
• No public infrastructure audit

Bottom Line:

ProtonVPN offers the best free subscription tiers we’ve seen, and its paid tiers provide access to numerous privacy tools at a reasonable price.

12. Private Internet Access

Private Internet Access (PIA) is all about keeping your device and your connection secure, whether you’re at home or on the go.

The iOS app comes with built-in WiFi protection and an automatic kill switch, and there’s also a special Content Blocker for Safari, that blocks all ads, trackers, and malware. PIA’s network includes 29,650+ servers in 70 countries, and with the app’s Favorites feature, you can mark your preferred servers for reuse.

As we were testing Private Internet Access, my teammates and I got good speeds, but they were a bit inconsistent.

You can see the full results of our speed tests in our in-depth Private Internet Access review. We were able to access popular streaming services like Netflix, but we couldn’t connect to every catalog – only a few major countries were available. In short, I’d say PIA probably isn’t the best choice for streaming, but if security is your main concern, it’s one of the best options out there.

Another nice benefit is that you can connect up to 10 devices simultaneously on a single account. If you run into any issues, you can reach out to PIA’s customer service team 24/7 via the website. PIA offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it out risk-free and see if it’s right for you.

As of right now, there is a 84% discount on all plans, but I’m not sure how long it will be around for.

Key Points:

• 30-day money-back guarantee
• Over 29,650+ servers in 70 countries
• Works with: Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Showtime, Spotify, and more
• Also compatible with: macOS, Apple TV, Windows, Android, Linux, Roku, and more
• 10 simultaneous connections on a single account
• Compatible with iOS 11.0 and up; works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch

13. VPN by SurfEasy

VPN by SurfEasy is definitely a good VPN app.

By default, the app chooses the most optimum server location to route your traffic through, but if you want, you can change the location to a country that you prefer. Thanks to the reliable no-log policy along with the A-256 bank-grade security, your personal information stays safeguarded.

Plus, it provides a handy tracker blocking algorithm that keeps cookies (used by data trackers) at bay so that you can browse the web with the needed security. Add to that the WiFi hotspot protection as well as the support for more than 28 countries and SurfEasy turn into a pretty good VPN that can fit into most people’s needs.

But keep in mind, the freemium version of this VPN app has several limitations and you will need to upgrade to the premium ($1.99/month) offering to unlock all the features.

Pros:

• Reliable no-log policy
• WiFi hotspot protection
• A-256 bank-grade security
• Fast connection

Cons:

• Automatically disconnects from the network sometimes
• Feels less responsive at times

14. Mullvad VPN

For a long time Mullvad has been a excellent VPN service that didn’t change a whole lot other than adding an improved app.

It continues to use its improved VPN app that we saw roll out several years ago, but the company is also adding new features and dramatically expanding its network compared to what we saw last time around.

Mullvad VPN offers more than privacy and has strong security features.

It isn’t far behind the premium VPNs. What really surprised me was its security features and speeds, which have undergone some big improvements. However, it still falls short on its streaming abilities as it still struggles to unblock a lot of streaming sites.

Mullvad’s number of servers and country locations has increased while its performance has remained the same.

That’s great news since Mullvad was already one of the standouts. The company now covers 38 different countries (35 over OpenVPN), with a staggering 780 servers.Mullvad’s change is largely thanks to its decision to start renting servers instead of owning every single piece of equipment that runs its VPN.

Mullvad’s privacy policy is exactly what you’re looking for in a VPN.

Though it has now been split into two different documents: the general privacy policy and the no-logging of user activity policy.

In those two documents the company says it does not store any activity logs or metadata. There’s no logging of your online traffic, DNS requests, connections, timestamps, IP addresses, bandwidth, nothing. The server logs are sent to /dev/null (a nonexistent directory on Linux machines).

In other words, the logs are automatically sent into the ether.

The only data Mullvad saves are the total number of current connections of all users on its network, the CPU load per core on its servers, and the total bandwidth used per server.

It also logs the real-time number of connections per account as the service allows five simultaneous for each account.

The company also takes the time to explain how much privacy you should expect from Mullvad based on the VPN protocol you use, and the payment type you use. If you mail cash, for example, Mullvad says it will take the cash, add credits to the account number included in the envelope, and then shred the envelope and the note.

If you choose to use credit cards or PayPal, however, you will be identifiable through those payment services.

Mullvad accepts cash, cryptocurrencies, credit cards, bank wires, Swish, and PayPal. As for the Mullvad website servers, all logs are stored for up to 5 minutes. Mullvad’s website cookies also expire pretty quickly.

You can read about that in more detail on the company’s cookie policy page.

Pros:

• Extremely affordable
• Requires no email or account information
• Some advanced features, like multihop connections
• Radically transparent

Cons:

• Servers in a small range of countries
• Account number system may confuse some customers
• Awkward desktop interface

Key Points:

• Number of country locations: 35
• Number of servers: 780
• VPN protocol: OpenVPN
• Data encryption: AES-256-GCM
• Data authentication: TLSv1.3
• Handshake: 4096-bit RSA
• P2P allowed: Yes

Mullvad breaks with the competition by offering a single price.

There are no pricing tiers, no additional upsells, and no free versions. There’s just one price: which at the time of writing is about $5.95.

15. Ultra VPN

Ultra VPN, previously known as HexaTech, is an easy to use VPN app, that gets the job done.

You don’t need to register prior to using the service, and connecting to the VPN server is fast, and straightforward, with just a tap of a button. By default, the app (like many others) connects you to a VPN server based on optimum performance.

It lets you connect up to 5 devices at once so that you can browse the web securely on any of your devices. And with the military-grade encryption to boot, it’s second to none when it comes to defending your sensitive information against trackers. Do note that Ultra VPN doesn’t offer a full-fledged free plan.

So, if you want to use this VPN app without any boundaries, you will need to shell out $12.99/month.

Pros:

• Connects you to a VPN server based on optimum performance
• Unlimited bandwidth and connection up-time for premium members
• Connect up to 5 devices at once

Cons:

• At $12.99/month, the premium offering is a tad too expensive
• Doesn’t offer a full-fledged free plan

16. Bitdefender VPN

A VPN protects your privacy by routing your traffic through an encrypted connection to a remote server, blinding your ISP to your activities and making you harder to track online.

Bitdefender Premium VPN is a sturdy product that’s a great value at a decidedly non-premium price. It doesn’t have much to differentiate it from an increasingly competitive market, however.

A Bitdefender Premium VPN subscription allows you to connect up to 10 devices simultaneously, which is double the usual limit we see among VPNs.

That’s a good value, particularly for large families or homes with many devices. A few companies are moving away from this limitation, however.

Avira Phantom VPN, Encrypt.me VPN, Ghostery Midnight, IPVanish VPN, Surfshark VPN, and Windscribe VPN place no limit on the number of devices you can use at a time. The Bitdefender Premium VPN app supports split-tunneling, which routes specific traffic outside the VPN connection. This is useful for activities that are low-risk but high-bandwidth. Interestingly, you can only designate URLs to go outside the VPN tunnel.

Most other VPN apps let you select specific apps, as well. The URL option is still very useful. Considering that some apps may use unusual URLs to send data in the background, it may create some problems, however. Besides that, Bitdefender Premium VPN doesn’t have much beyond basic VPN protection. It does not provide integrated ad-blocking, as some other VPNs do.

It does not support multi-hop connections that route your traffic through two VPN servers instead of one, nor does it support push-button access to the free Tor anonymization network. The company has told me it plans on adding these features later. Only ProtonVPN and NordVPN offer multi-hop, split-tunneling, and Tor access.

One unusual feature Bitdefender includes is the option to have the VPN connect automatically when you access particular kinds of content.

The default options include financial, file-sharing, and mature content, among others. This is useful for anyone who only wants to use a VPN for specific tasks. You can also configure the VPN to connect automatically for specific apps or URLs.

The more countries in which your VPN provider has servers, the more options you have to spoof your location or find a nearby server when traveling.

Bitdefender Premium VPN offers servers in 48 countries, which is only slightly below average.

Annoyingly, the server list is not available on the company’s website. That said, it’s a solid list of locations, including servers in Africa and South America — two continents often ignored by VPN companies.

Bitdefender Premium VPN provides servers in regions with repressive internet policies, including Russia, Turkey, and Vietnam. The company also has servers in Hong Kong.

In terms of total network size, Bitdefender boasts some 1,300 servers across the globe.

Keep in mind that having more servers does not necessarily make a VPN better, but that’s still a respectable number. CyberGhost leads the pack with over 6,500 available servers.

How Much Does Bitdefender VPN Cost?

Bitdefender has long offered a VPN as part of its growing family of security products, making it available for standalone purchase earlier this year.

A subscription for Bitdefender Premium VPN starts at $6.99 per month, which is well below the $9.96 per month average we’ve seen across the VPNs we’ve reviewed.

There are still a few even cheaper VPNs out there. Mozilla VPN comes in at just $4.99 per month, and Editors’ Choice winner Mullvad VPN at €5 ($6.09 at time of writing).

Alternatively, you can purchase a subscription to Premium VPN at a discount when you purchase Bitdefender security suites, and the Bitdefender Premium Security bundle includes both Bitdefender Premium VPN and Bitdefender Total Security.

Pros:

• Clean design
• Extremely affordable
• Part of the larger Bitdefender app ecosystem
• Split-tunneling

Cons:

• Few additional privacy features
• Confusing privacy policy
• High latency in test results
• Confusing pricing

Bottom Line:

Bitdefender Premium VPN offers split-tunneling and 10 simultaneous connections at an extremely reasonable price, but without many bells and whistles to make it stand out.

17. Windscribe VPN

Another free iPhone VPN app that you can use, Windscribe VPN offers plenty of reasons to make it your go-to VPN on your iOS device.

When you use Windscribe on your iPhone, it uses double-hop encryption, which means your data is encrypted twice and travels through two servers before it gets to the internet. Windscribe VPN offers a kill switch, which means your data will absolutely never wander out of your VPN tunnel.

Plus, it offers split-tunnelling, which means you can use both public and private networks at the same time. It also uses SHA512 encryption to secure your data. Windscribe VPN is also secure from WebRTC leaks and DNS leaks.

In the free version of Windscribe VPN you will get 10GB of monthly data, which is one of the highest offered by apps on this list. Plus, it supports P2P servers and torrenting as well.

Windscribe VPN has a no-log policy, but the company is headquartered in Canada, which is a part of the Five Eyes intelligence coalition, so it may be forced to share whatever data it has on you with government agencies.

That includes things like the amount of data you use every month, as well as the timestamps for your activity.

Key Points:

• Double hop SHA512 encryption
• Kill switch
• No-log policy
• 10GB free data

18. IVPN

IVPN stands for Intelligent Virtual Private Network, according to The Free Dictionary.

IVPN is safe to use, an established VPN with over 100 servers across 12 countries.

The company doesn’t log any IP addresses or web activity information. IVPN strives to keep the most minimal amount of user data, and in my opinion, they succeed. While they do keep the email address that you registered with along with some payment information, they will not keep your name, traffic, bandwidth, IP address, account activity, or anything about how you actually use your VPN.

When you are finished with your IVPN subscription, all of your data will be deleted, including your email address, password, and payment info. Moreover, all information is encrypted with AES-256, military-grade encryption.

Many people use VPNs not only to protect their privacy but also to access streaming services like Netflix and Hulu.

I know I’m a huge fan of these services, so I was a bit disappointed to find out that Netflix probably won’t work with IVPN, but it’s not completely their fault.

Netflix constantly updates its software to block all VPN connections, targeting large groups of IPv4 addresses at one time.

When you were a kid, did you ever make up a secret password?

That’s what encryption is, basically. It changes data into inscrutable code so that only those with the right key can actually look at it. And just how does this work with IVPN? You’re about to find out.

AES-256:

The Advanced Encryption Standard is the algorithm that changes your data into this code.

Measured in bits, 256 is the industry standard used today, so IVPN definitely hits the mark in this category.

IPSec:

Now, IP Security, also known as IPSec, has two modes.

In transport mode, it only encrypts the data packet message itself, while in tunneling mode, it’ll encrypt the entire data packet.

I like to think of the data packet as a purse and the data packet message as a note on a piece of paper. With either mode, your data is being encrypted.

Download Speed Test:

The first thing I always test is download speed.

I was super-impressed that IVPN only slowed down the download speed on my Mac by a little over 6%. This was way better than on the Vivobook, where my download was slowed by over 50%.

Upload Speed Test:

After such a stark difference, I expected the Mac to have a better upload speed, as well.

But as you can see, I couldn’t have been more wrong. While IVPN only slowed my Vivobook’s upload speed by about 6%, it slowed me down by over 20% on the Mac.

Still, these are both pretty impressive speeds without too big of a difference.

19. VPN in Touch

While it may not be feature-rich, it’s up to the task when it comes to providing the needed protection to your data.

One of my favorite features of this app is the data compression algorithm which can be very helpful for the folks who always look for ways to cut down data usage other than simply enabling low data mode on iPhone.

Furthermore, it also has a reliable ad blocker that ensures you can browse the web smoothly without being entangled into ads. Though this VPN app is available for free, you will have to dole out some bucks ($29.99/year) to access all the goodies without any limitations. Overall, VPN in Touch is one of the most reliable VPN apps for iOS and is definitely worth a try.

Pros:

• Provides the needed protection to your data
• Integrated ad blocker
• Good data compression algorithm

Cons:

• May not appeal to those who look for a more personalized experience
• The interface looks outdated

20. TunnelBear

A VPN helps you retake some of that privacy by routing all your web traffic through an encrypted tunnel to a remote server, making it harder for spies, snoops, and salespeople to track you online.

Among the best VPNs we’ve tested is TunnelBear VPN, which protects your privacy with a cadre of cute but powerful bears. It bursts with charm, maintains an outstanding position on transparency and consumer privacy, and delivers excellent security tools at a good price.

It’s a VPN that you’ll enjoy using, and it’s an Editors’ Choice winner, too.

How Much Does TunnelBear Cost?

TunnelBear is one of the few providers we’ve reviewed that offers a truly free VPN service. The free TunnelBear tier restricts you to only 500MB of data per month, however. You can earn more data by Tweeting about the company, which can raise your limit to a total of 1.5GB for one month.

You can repeat this process each month to receive the bonus. That’s still very restrictive. Anyone who has used a prepaid wireless plan will tell you how fast 1.5GB goes.

The free version of HotSpot Shield limits you to 500MB per day, while the ProtonVPN free subscription has no data limit.

If you decide to pay for TunnelBear, it won’t break the bank.

An Unlimited plan costs $9.99 per month, just three pennies above the $9.96 per month average for a VPN we’ve tested. Hotspot Shield, by comparison, costs $12.99 per month, while Mullvad is a mere $5.54 per month.

TunnelBear also has longer term subscriptions: an annual plan that costs $59.88 and a three-year plan that runs $120. Both are significantly less than the average of $72.33 per year among VPNs we’ve tested.

The more server locations a service has, the more options you have for spoofing your location.

A wide variety of locations also means you are more likely to find a server nearby when traveling abroad, which will likely be faster and more reliable than a distant server. TunnelBear offers servers in only 27 countries, about half the average among VPNs we’ve reviewed. This collection covers the essentials, and has expanded to encompass more of South America, but could improve.

TunnelBear’s offering completely ignores Africa and the Middle East—an omission that is, sadly, not unusual for VPN companies. The company also has no presence in regions with repressive internet policies, and has moved its servers out of Hong Kong. ExpressVPN covers 94 countries with a physical presence, the largest among VPNs we’ve tested.

Pros:

• Bears
• Excellent privacy policies
• Friendly, approachable design
• Annual independent audits
• Affordable

Cons:

• Few server locations compared to competition
• Few advanced features
• No WireGuard support

Bottom Line:

Forget complicated apps and edgy graphics, and let the strong-but-cute bears of TunnelBear VPN defend your web traffic.

Easy to use and easily affordable, it’s an Editors’ Choice winner.

21. Hotspot Shield

Hotspot Shield is another iOS VPN app that has received high ratings in the App Store.

The app asks you to sign up (or sign in) when you first launch it. You can skip it if you want to use it without creating an account. Apart from offering one of the fastest VPN servers, the app has support for more than 70 locations.

Even on the protection front, Hotspot Shield is up to the mark due largely to the military-grade encrypted traffic between the servers and the connected device. What’s more, it’s integrated with 1Password, which is one of the best password managers, to help you manage your passwords with ease and also keep them away from the prying eyes. But keep in mind, Hotspot Shield’s free version doesn’t have much to offer.

So, you will need to subscribe to the pro version (one-year plan: $7.99/month) to use all the features without any restrictions.

Pros:

• Integrated with 1Password
• Military-grade encrypted traffic
• Has one of the fastest VPN servers

Cons:

• Design language could be a little better
• Not as easy-to-use

Conclusion

That’s pretty much it! So, there are Best iPhone VPN.

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