GOSH DANG IT! (Josh: Wildly over-dramatic and then switch to super serious)
Says you: iPhone user, on the scroll, maybe you're at the airport, maybe you're sitting on a bus,
maybe you’re just trying to watch Netflix on the loo in peace...but you can’t do that
because those damn geo-restrictions have thwarted your browsing efforts yet again.
Clearly, you need a VPN. And clearly, you’re in the right place my friend because in this video,
I will be reviewing the three best VPNs for iphones. Let’s do this!
Starting our list from the bottom, our third-placed VPN is ExpressVPN.
Now I can’t talk about VPNs without mentioning ExpressVPN. Whether it's for iPhones, Android,
or Mac, ExpressVPN is always in the conversation. And why wouldn’t it be?
This VPN service offers everything you need. . It's not just fast and secure
but also easy to use, especially on iPhones. And yes, it comes with loads of features too.
For starters, it comes with a Network Lock, which shuts your internet connection down
whenever your connection is interrupted. Another noteworthy feature is the auto-connect tool,
which comes in handy if you're like me and always forgetting to turn on your VPN.
And what about speed? ExpressVPN is super-fast on iPhones, but we believe it would have been
even faster if only the iOS client had the company's patented Lightway protocol.
They offer the super-fast protocol on other platforms, so why not iOS?
Nobody knows! But while that's disappointing,
the app is compatible with other solid protocols, like OpenVPN and IKEv2. The app also protects
your data with military-grade AES 256-bit encryption, which is bad news for hackers.
I’m looking at you Mark...you slimy hacker, get out of here! That’s right,
ExpressVPN protects you from anyone named Mark. ExpressVPN also maintains a true no-logging
policy, which is probably not surprising since it's based in the British Virgin
Island, a privacy-friendly location. And what about the server network?
ExpressVPN offers more than 3,000 servers in 94 countries, allowing you
to get a high-quality connection almost anywhere. But I have to warn you – ExpressVPN offers just
five simultaneous connections, which is low compared to what you get with other top VPNs.
It's also worth noting that ExpressVPN's monthly plan is pretty expensive, at $12.95. The 6-month
and yearly plans are a bit better, though, costing $59.95 and $99.95, respectively.
Now before I reveal our second-rated VPN, will you indulge me for a moment? We’re trying to get
this video to 2000 likes so that it can reach as many people as possible. So, can you hit that like
button to help us out? Aw thanks, you da best! Let's move on to our second-rated VPN which is
…NordVPN. NordVPN's iPhone client
is one of the absolute best. It's an easy-to-use app where everything is properly arranged. And the
features? You'll get loads of them with NordVPN. Some of the most notable ones include the kill
switch and auto-connect features, but there are other great ones like the added Siri capability,
which helps you connect and disconnect to the service using Apple's famed Assistant. Let’s
say you want to connect to a VPN server without touching your phone? You could just say “Hey Siri,
connect NordVPN,” and viola, Siri will connect your VPN. Pretty fancy right?
The service also offers six simultaneous connections – more than the industry standard.
The only catch with the iPhone app is that it doesn't support split tunneling,
a feature that lets you choose what to cover with your VPN connection and what not to cover.
On the security front, the app supports AES 256-bit encryption,
which is the industry standard. There's also double data encryption, which doubles your
security. And the no-logging policy has been audited and confirmed to be genuine.
I'd also like to note that NordVPN offers many nice protocols, including the WireGuard-based
NordLynx protocol. This protocol has been enhanced for speed, so if you'd like to enjoy Netflix
without buffering, it should be your choice. The app also supports protocols like IkEv2
and OpenVPN, which are known for their robustness. In terms of coverage, NordVPN offers 5,000+
servers across 59 countries, representing one of the largest server networks you'll see.
The pricing is also relatively decent. The monthly plan is priced at $11.95, but the
yearly and two-year plans are cheaper, costing $59 and $99, respectively. These prices are for
new customers, though, so don't be surprised if they've changed when it's time for renewal.
Oh my god I’m so sorry guys bear with me for one second...hello grandma? (pause) No
I told you I can’t come over for the party today I’m filming for The Cyber Lab...The Cyber Lab I’ve
told you about this...look I’ll call you when I’m done ok. Ok! Still rolling? Ok good. Moving on!
And finally, Surfshark is our number one VPN for iPhone.
Surfshark's rise to the top of the industry is nothing but a fairytale. Despite being newer
than NordVPN and ExpressVPN, it has become the number one VPN around in record time.
Is it surprising? I'd say NO! It offers a lot more than they
do at a cheaper price point, and if that doesn't attract you, I don't know what will.
With its unlimited simultaneous connections... yes, you heard that right. You can connect as
many devices as possible under one subscription. Surfshark also offers nice features like a Kill
Switch, Clean Web, and NoBorders mode, all of which will significantly improve your experience.
It's also worth noting that the app will protect your data with industry-standard AES
256-bit encryption. And you have the luxury of choosing between strong protocols like OpenVPN,
IKEv2, and Wireguard. On top of that, Surfshark
is located in the British Virgin Island, which is a privacy-friendly location. That means two
things – the company can operate a true no-logging policy, and no government agency will force them
to handover customers' data. Pretty cool, right?
And what about the coverage? Well, Surfshark offers about 3200 servers across 65 countries,
which is impressive by any standard. As for the pricing, it's probably
Surfshark's strongest suit. The monthly plan probably doesn't reflect this as it costs a
whopping $12.95. But the 6-month and one-year plans cost $38.94 and $59.76, making them two
of the cheapest VPN deals you can find anywhere. A new VPN service pops up every week nowadays,
so it's becoming harder to choose one. But I assure you that the ones
we've reviewed in this video are the best. ExpressVPN could have been ranked higher,
but for its lack of support for the super-fast Lightway protocol, it's the least-ranked service.
And while it's a tough task separating Surfshark and NordVPN, Surfshark nicked the top spot because
of its more affordable long-term plans and unlimited simultaneous connections.
Now it's over to you! What do you think about
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