Provider reviews

VPN and privacy-tool reviews

Open any review for the basics people usually check first: price, devices, network reach, standout features, and the main trade-offs.

VPN reviews

VPN review

NordVPN

NordVPN is the strongest all-round option in this lineup for people who want fast speeds, broad country coverage, strong streaming performance, and a polished security feature set.

Score
9/10
Best for
Streaming, travel, everyday privacy, and anyone who wants one well-rounded VPN.
From
$12.99
Network
8,400+ servers · 167+ countries
Devices
10 simultaneously
  • Large global network with 8,400+ servers in 167+ countries
  • NordLynx delivers very good speeds on nearby and mid-distance servers
  • Obfuscated and specialty servers help on restrictive networks
VPN review

ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN is a polished premium VPN for people who want simple apps, fast setup, and wide country coverage.

Score
8/10
Best for
People who want a polished app experience and straightforward setup across many devices.
From
$12.95
Network
servers · 105 countries
Devices
14 simultaneously
  • Official pages now position it at 105 countries and up to 14 devices
  • Lightway is fast, stable, and easy for non-technical users
  • Multiple independent audits support its privacy claims
VPN review

Surfshark

Surfshark is a strong value pick for households because one subscription covers unlimited devices while still offering fast apps and modern privacy features.

Score
8/10
Best for
Families, shared households, and anyone juggling a lot of devices.
From
€15.45
Network
4,500+ servers · 100+ countries
Devices
Unlimited simultaneously
  • Unlimited-device support stands out immediately
  • 4,500+ RAM-only servers in 100+ countries
  • Good speed profile for streaming and everyday browsing
VPN review

Proton VPN

Proton VPN stands out for privacy-focused users who want Swiss jurisdiction, open-source apps, and a strong transparency record without giving up global coverage.

Score
8/10
Best for
Privacy-focused users, journalists, open-source fans, and anyone who values transparency.
From
$9.99
Network
15,000+ servers · 120+ countries
Devices
10 simultaneously
  • 15,000+ servers in 120+ countries on current official pages
  • Swiss base, open-source apps, and public audits add useful transparency
  • Stealth protocol helps when VPN traffic gets blocked
VPN review

Private Internet Access

PIA is a practical choice if you want unlimited devices, lots of settings to tweak, and a long-running no-logs reputation.

Score
8/10
Best for
Power users, tinkerers, and families that want unlimited simultaneous connections.
From
$11.95
Network
servers · 90+ countries
Devices
Unlimited simultaneously
  • Unlimited devices make it easy to cover a whole household
  • 90+ countries and mature apps across major platforms
  • Public Deloitte audit history helps support its no-logs claims
VPN review

CyberGhost

CyberGhost is an easy mainstream option with a very large network, simple apps, and a longer refund window than most rivals.

Score
7/10
Best for
First-time VPN users, deal hunters, and anyone who wants a longer refund window.
From
$12.99
Network
9,800+ servers · 100+ countries
Devices
7 simultaneously
  • 9,800+ servers and 100+ countries on official pages
  • 45-day money-back guarantee beats most rivals
  • Straightforward apps with a simple onboarding flow

Password managers

Password manager

NordPass

NordPass is a straightforward password manager for people who want passkeys, autofill, and secure storage across desktop and mobile.

Score
9/10
Best for
People who want an easy password manager with passkeys, secure sharing, and broad device support.
From
€1.23
Security
Zero-knowledge, passkeys, and modern vault encryption
Platforms
Desktop, mobile, browser, and web access
  • Passkeys, autofill, secure sharing, and broad platform support
  • Zero-knowledge design and XChaCha20 encryption
  • Clean apps that are easy to use on desktop, mobile, and browser