With so many VPN apps in the iOS App Store, we’ve created a methodology to ensure we only recommend the very best iPhone VPNs. We maintain a record of 69 and its feature-set on iOS. This is updated weekly to make sure our information is always accurate and up-to-date.
For iPhone and iPad VPNs, we have strict standards for iOS compatibility, security, speed, and ease-of-use. We will detail each of these below.![A visualization of Top10VPN.com's 10-step review process]()
When ranking the best VPNs for iPhone, here are the most important categories we consider:
iOS Compatibility
For a VPN to be great on iOS, it needs to integrate well with Apple’s system-level features. When ranking the best VPNs for iPhone, we looked for VPNs that had support for Siri Shortcuts, iOS 14 widgets, and offered payment through the iOS App Store.
We also gave preference to VPNs that are compatible with the wider Apple ecosystem. It was essential for all the VPNs to have a solid, easy-to-use app for MacOS and an optimized app for iPad. Additionally, support for Apple TV with Smart DNS was a bonus, too.
Mobile-friendly VPN Protocol
When using a VPN on your iPhone, you’re likely to switch between many networks every day. This is different from a desktop computer, where you’ll remain on the same network all day. Because of this, it’s necessary for the VPN protocol on iOS to connect instantly as you change networks, otherwise you may compromise your browsing activity or security.
All the VPNs on this page have a VPN protocol that’s optimized for quick connections. NordVPN, PIA, and Windscribe have WireGuard, and ExpressVPN and ProtonVPN have IKEv2.
Strong Security & Encryption
Many VPN apps on iOS do not have the required level of security and encryption features. For example, Hola VPN does not have any encryption at all, and Touch VPN leaked our DNS and IP address.
To guarantee your iPhone activity is kept secure and private, all the VPNs on this list have a no-logs privacy policy, use unbreakable AES-256 encryption, have DNS and IP leak protection, and use private DNS servers.
Fast Speeds & Unblocks Streaming Sites
Fast speeds are an essential feature of VPN services, especially when you’re connected to patchy and slow mobile data networks. Without a fast VPN, your internet will often be unusable even for basic web activities.
All the VPNs in this list have been verified to keep speed loss to a minimum, resulting in fast and reliable connections. Apart from ProtonVPN, they all work with streaming sites like Netflix, too. This means you’ll be able to take advantage of the fast speeds to stream in HD.
Easy-to-Use App
The simplicity of iOS is one of the main benefits of using an iPhone or iPad, so your VPN app should be as intuitive and enjoyable to use as native system apps.
We made sure that all the VPNs we recommend can just as easily be used by beginners and experienced VPN users. This includes that the app can easily be downloaded through the App Store, has a large button for simple connections, and settings that can be configured easily.