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VyprVPN is an unremarkable VPN that achieved a rating of 7.0/10. It works to secure your data without leaks, is fast, and has a noteworthy network of self-owned VPN servers. However, it falls short in several crucial areas, including its subpar privacy policy and failure to unblock streaming services. Overall, VyprVPN’s high price is difficult to justify.
Ranked #27 out of 65 VPNs
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VyprVPN Pros & Cons
No DNS or IP address leaks
Unblocks BBC iPlayer & Max
Torrenting & P2P allowed on all servers
Chameleon protocol bypasses some web censors
Self-owned VPN server network in 64 countries
Privacy-unfriendly US jurisdiction
Lacking a clear privacy policy
Does not unblock US Netflix, UK Netflix, or Hulu
No kill switch on iOS
No Smart DNS solution or browser extensions
Recent issues working in China
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Launched in 2009, VyprVPN is a long-standing VPN service, previously owned by Golden Frog. Its new owners, Certida, have proven to be untrustworthy as they’ve quietly removed its no-logs policy and changed its jurisdiction to the privacy-unfriendly US.
Our in-house leak tests did confirm the VPN doesn’t leak IP or DNS address data. VyprVPN also owns all of its 700+ VPN servers, minimizing risks of data leaks.
However, VyprVPN underperformed in our streaming tests, especially considering its expensive price tag. It fails to unblock websites in China, and lacks an all-important kill switch on iOS.
We’re also disappointed to see VyprVPN recently discontinue its native router app. Previously, this was a huge selling point for VyprVPN, as it was the cheaper of only two VPNs to offer a router app.
Keep reading our review to see our full test results in the table below. You can also compare VyprVPN with top VPNs later in this review.
Who Should Get VyprVPN?
Get VyprVPN if:
You want a VPN that owns its VPN server network. VyprVPN owns 700+ physical VPN servers.
You want a VPN for your whole household. VyprVPN allows up to 30 simultaneous connections at the same time.
Avoid VyprVPN if:
You want a VPN with a clear privacy policy. VyprVPN’s new owners removed its no-logs privacy policy and replaced it with an auto-generated website policy.
You want a VPN that unblocks US Netflix, UK Netflix, and Hulu. There are many other VPNs that are better at unblocking popular streaming services.
You want a VPN for Linux or iOS. VyprVPN has a terrible Linux CLI that’s difficult to use, and VyprVPN’s iOS app doesn’t feature a kill switch.
Missing a Privacy Policy & Disappointing New Ownership
4.1/10
How is this calculated?
We analyze and dissect the VPN service’s logging and privacy policy. A VPN should never log and store:
Your real IP address
Connection timestamps
DNS requests
Headquarters outside of 14 Eyes or EU jurisdictions are also preferable.
VyprVPN used to be a trustworthy no-logs VPN, but things changed when it was acquired by Certida in 2023. It now has a generic privacy policy, a worrying US jurisdiction, and we can no longer wholeheartedly recommend it for privacy purposes.
Ranked #38 out of 65 VPNs for Privacy & Logging Policy
A few years ago, VyprVPN’s logging policy far exceeded what we considered reasonable. It used to collect your real IP address, newly assigned IP address, timestamps, and bandwidth usage for 30 days.
It then implemented a strict no-logs policy under Golden Frog’s leadership. However, this is no longer applicable as the VPN is now owned by Certida, a Texas-based company.
The new owners moved operations to the privacy-unfriendly US, removed its VPN privacy policy, and replaced it with a generic, auto-generated privacy policy for the website — not for the VPN service.
We contacted VyprVPN for clarification, and disappointingly discovered it doesn’t plan to release a new privacy policy, logging audit, or transparency report anytime soon.
Here’s a table listing exactly what VyprVPN logs and does not log:
Data Type
Logged by VyprVPN
Account Information
Yes
Browsing Activity
Undisclosed
Date of Last Connection
Undisclosed
Device Information
Undisclosed
DNS Queries
Undisclosed
Individual Bandwidth Usage
Undisclosed
Individual Connection Timestamps
Undisclosed
ISP
Undisclosed
Number of Simultaneous Connections
Undisclosed
Originating IP Address
Undisclosed
VPN Server IP
Undisclosed
VPN Server Location
Undisclosed
VyprVPN removed its VPN privacy policy in 2023. However, you can still read its website privacy policy.
You should never trust a VPN that uses an auto-generated privacy policy. You should also never trust a VPN that doesn’t list out exactly what it logs and how long for.
We reached out to VyprVPN to ask why there isn’t a privacy policy for the VPN service. A Certida representative replied:
There’s no specific policy for no-log as it clearly means nothing is logged. I guess we could write a longer statement but we don’t see the value.
In reality, a lot of no-logs VPNs collect some sort of data, whether it’s a username and password or aggregated bandwidth data to reduce server load. A lack of transparency about this is extremely worrying and almost unheard of from a trusted VPN.
VyprVPN does have some privacy initiatives that we like to see, though. Its VPN servers are all self-hosted and operated internally, meaning they aren’t rented by a third party. This makes VyprVPN less vulnerable to third parties interfering with the company’s logging practices.
EXPERT ADVICE: If you’re using VyprVPN on Android, refuse permissions to your location and WiFi network to make sure no data is collected. These permissions are used for VyprVPN’s Public WiFi feature and aren’t essential for the running of the app.
2018 Logging Policy Audit
VyprVPN was one of the first VPNs to commission an independent logging policy audit in 2018, addressing the issues that were identified promptly.
However, 6 years have passed since that audit. Unlike other VPNs that conduct yearly logging policy audits, VyprVPN’s next audit is long overdue.
Given the significant change in ownership and jurisdiction during this time, there’s a possibility that VyprVPN has completely changed its logging practices.
Without a new audit, there’s no way to tell whether VyprVPN is still a no-logs VPN.
Speed
Minimal Speed Loss on Local Connections
9.6/10
How is this calculated?
We calculate the VPN’s speed rating using our download speeds, upload speeds, and ping (latency) measurements.
We regularly test the VPN’s local and international speeds using a dedicated 100Mbps internet connection in New York, USA.
VyprVPN is the seventh-fastest VPN based on our most recent speed tests. Using a 100Mbps baseline connection, we recorded speeds up to 96Mbps on local connections to the West Coast and Canada. However, VyprVPN's international speeds aren't as good as Hotspot Shield or IPVanish.
Ranked #8 out of 65 VPNs for Speed
In our speed tests, we connected to VyprVPN servers in five different continents. We usually test across six continents, but VyprVPN doesn’t have a server in South Africa.
We use a 100Mbps internet connection, designed to be similar to your baseline speed at home.
Here’s a table showing VyprVPN’s speed test results:
VyprVPN has consistently fast speeds, with minimal speed loss of just 4%. As long as you have a stable internet connection, you shouldn’t have any speed issues.
While global speeds have been a past weakness for VyprVPN, this is clearly no longer the case. On all connections across continents, we recorded speeds of above 76Mbps.
We saw the biggest speed loss when connecting to Australia, but this is to be expected as the server is further away.
To put its performance in context, you can see how VyprVPN’s local speeds compare to other top-tier VPNs in the table below:
As you can see in the chart above, VyprVPN holds up extremely well against the fastest VPNs on connections in the US. It’s one of the fastest VPNs on the market and can be relied on for streaming, torrenting, and casual browsing.
We were able to play Fortnite lag-free with VyprVPN, but we had to use a local server.
We also wouldn’t recommend using VyprVPN to game on a long-distance connection. We recorded an average 128ms ping time on international connections and 76ms connecting to the UK.
Security & Technical Features
Excellent Security Standards, But No Kill Switch On iOS
7.8/10
How is this calculated?
A secure VPN must offer OpenVPN or WireGuard protocols, AES-256 encryption, and a working kill switch.
To calculate this rating, we also factor in additional security settings and features.
Based on our security tests, VyprVPN is a secure VPN services, but it’s missing key features on iOS. It encrypts internet connections with the industry-standard AES-256 cipher, has a functional kill switch (missing on iOS), and uses first-party VPN servers. VyprVPN also uses trusted connection protocols OpenVPN and WireGuard.
Ranked #26 out of 65 VPNs for Security & Technical Features
Below is a table showing all the VPN protocols, encryption ciphers, and other technical features that VyprVPN offers:
Protocols
Available in VyprVPN
IKEv2/IPSec
Yes
L2TP/IPSec
Yes
OpenVPN (TCP/UDP)
Yes
Proprietary
Yes
WireGuard
Yes
Encryption
Available in VyprVPN
AES-128
No
AES-192
No
AES-256
Yes
Blowfish
No
ChaCha20
Yes
Security
Available in VyprVPN
Diskless Servers
No
DNS Leak Blocking
Yes
First-party DNS
Yes
IPv6 Leak Blocking
No
Supports TCP Port 443
Yes
VPN Kill Switch
Yes
WebRTC Leak Blocking
No
Advanced Features
Available in VyprVPN
Ad Blocker
No
Dedicated IP
No
Double VPN
No
SOCKS
No
Split Tunneling
Yes
Static IP
No
Tor over VPN Server
No
Tracker Blocker
No
VyprVPN automatically uses the WireGuard protocol on every platform, which is fast, secure, and open-source. Previously, the VPN used to automatically enable IKEv2 on mobile and OpenVPN on desktop.
VyprVPN also offers a NAT firewall to block any unrequested traffic coming into your device when connected to VyprVPN.
Not all of VyprVPN’s apps have the same advanced security features, though. For instance, VyprVPN’s iOS app doesn’t feature a kill switch and its PC client has a Public WiFi Protection option that’s not available on Mac.
The macOS app also has split tunneling and a malware blocker, which isn’t available on the Windows app.
VyprVPN Owns its Entire VPN Server Network
VyprVPN owns and operates all its VPN servers. Having almost no third-parties involved is one of VyprVPN’s biggest selling points as it is extremely rare for a mid-tier VPN to offer a self-hosted VPN server network.
This is better than most providers but still not as good as ExpressVPN and IPVanish, which use first-party DNS servers.
Furthermore, VyprVPN advertises itself as completely eliminating third-parties, when actually it still uses third-party DNS servers as an endpoint, like a majority of other VPNs.
NOTE: VyprDNS encrypts your DNS requests before it passes to third-party DNS servers and websites. It’s enabled by default on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
Trustworthy Kill Switch Stops IP Address Leaks
VyprVPN offers a kill switch Windows, macOS, Android, Android TV, and Amazon Fire TV — but not on iOS. In our kill switch tests, VyprVPN successfully prevented our real IP address from leaking.
It worked when our connection dropped altogether, and also when we switched servers from France to Greece. During these windows of time when our real IP could be leaked, VyprVPN successfully blocked our internet traffic.
VyprVPN passed our kill switch test on macOS.
Remember to manually turn off the VPN kill switch if you want to reconnect to the internet without VyprVPN connected.
VyprVPN Passed Our IP Address, DNS, & WebRTC Leak Tests
Our IP and DNS leak tests proved that VyprVPN is leak-proof. When connected to a VyprVPN server, our IP address appeared under German addresses, and our true IP location was never exposed.
On macOS, VyprVPN successfully masked our IP address.
VyprDNS uses a DNS relay system to prevent your DNS query from being associated with VyprVPN, and prevent websites from knowing you’re using a VPN.
When we tested for VyprDNS’ servers, it showed us the last DNS server in the relay was an Amazon DNS server.
A partial leak test, showing Amazon DNS servers instead of VyprVPN’s.
As you can see above, the DNS servers aren’t showing as VyprVPN, or its owners Golden Frog and Certida.
VyprVPN clarified in an email that before your DNS traffic reaches any public DNS servers it is routed through a DNS proxy, fully anonymizing your traffic.
This isn’t quite the same as total end-to-end elimination of third parties, as VyprVPN seems to be leasing third-party DNS servers, but it’s still as close to it as possible without alerting websites that a VPN is being used.
Secure AES-256 encryption
We used Wireshark, a packet-sniffing tool, to inspect traffic being encrypted by our VyprVPN connection.
A Wireshark scan while connected to VyprVPN showed all traffic was encrypted.
Our tests showed that VyprVPN successfully encrypted web traffic. The unintelligible text in the screenshot above is exactly what anyone attempting to hack your connection would see while you use VyprVPN.
Technical Features We’d Like to See
Compared to some of its rivals, VyprVPN is lacking some key technical features. Here’s a list of some features we’d like to see introduced:
VPN kill switch on iOS to protect your personal data in the event of an unexpected VPN disconnection.
Ad blocker to stop annoying ads from appearing on web pages.
Smart DNS that allows you to use VyprVPN on a wider range of devices.
Double VPN, or Multi-Hop servers, which can enhance security and help beat online censorship.
Open-source software to improve transparency and allow people to scrutinize VyrpVPN’s app security.
Streaming
Streams BBC iPlayer, but Can’t Unblock US Netflix
4.0/10
How is this calculated?
This rating is calculated by how many different streaming services and regional content libraries the VPN can unblock, and how consistently it can access them.
We test access to Netflix, Disney+, Max, Amazon Prime Video, BBC iPlayer, and many more platforms on a weekly basis.
VyprVPN isn't a good VPN for streaming. It works to unblock BBC iPlayer, Max, and Amazon Prime Video, but it fails to unblock Hulu and ITVX. The biggest disappointment is that it doesn’t unblock US or UK Netflix.
Ranked #32 out of 65 VPNs for Streaming
Streaming Platform
Works with VyprVPN
Amazon Prime Video
Yes
BBC iPlayer
Yes
Channel 4
Yes
Disney+
Yes
Hotstar India
No
Hulu
No
ITVX
No
Max
Yes
Netflix US
No
VyprVPN’s streaming capabilities have improved over the years. It can now unblock several major streaming platforms, which it could not do just two years ago.
However, it still doesn’t compare to top tier VPNs like ExpressVPN and NordVPN when it comes to streaming.
Tested: VyprVPN Doesn’t Work with US Netflix
VyprVPN only unblocks two Netflix libraries: Canada and Germany. This is extremely poor compared to some of its rivals, like ExpressVPN and NordVPN, which both unblock at least 15 Netflix libraries — including US and UK content.
Netflix detected VyprVPN and refused us access to the platform.
Historically, we’ve struggled to stream BBC iPlayer using VyprVPN. However, the newest apps currently work well.
VyprVPN gets around BBC iPlayer blocks.
All of its UK servers worked, which is no easy feat considering many other mid-tier VPNs struggle to stream BBC’s video player.
We were also able to stream Channel 4 content using VyprVPN’s UK servers, but it failed to access ITVX.
VyprVPN Doesn’t Stream Hulu
Our most recent tests confirmed that VyprVPN still isn’t able to stream Hulu.
Hulu detected VyprVPN and blocked us from logging in.
Nevertheless, we are glad to see its streaming capabilities improve somewhat over time, as we are now also able to stream Max and US Disney+ with VyprVPN.
Server Locations
700+ Self-Owned VPN Servers & 300,000 IP Addresses
8.9/10
How is this calculated?
The key factor for calculating this rating is the global spread and coverage of the VPN’s server network.
We also consider the total number of servers, the number of city-level servers, and the number of IP addresses available.
VyprVPN's impressive network of 700+ VPN servers consists entirely of self-owned, bare metal servers. The 300,000 IP addresses on offer is also the most we've seen from any provider. These are available in 64 countries. We do wish there were more servers in South America and Africa.
Ranked #12 out of 65 VPNs for Server Locations
64 Countries
73 Cities
300,000+ IP Addresses
Here’s a table showing VyprVPN’s server coverage across continents:
Continent
Number of Countries
Europe
30
Asia
19
South America
4
North America
3
Africa
3
Oceania
2
The choice of 700+ servers in 73 cities and 64 countries is quite average, compared to ExpressVPN’s 3,000 server count and NordVPN’s 6,328 server count.
It’s not remarkable, but it will be enough for most VPN users in Europe, Asia, and America.
The choice of server locations in Africa is limited to just Algeria and Egypt. This is an unfortunate oversight, but it’s also a common issue in the VPN industry.
VyprVPN offers few city-level server locations
We’re also disappointed by the lack of city-level servers. VyprVPN only offers city-specific choices in two countries: the United States and Australia.
VyprVPN’s US servers are located in:
Austin
Chicago
Los Angeles
Miami
New York
San Francisco
Seattle
Washington D.C.
Servers in Australia are located in Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney, which is great for Australian users.
A majority of VyprVPN’s servers are not city-specific.
Unusually, there’s no city-level choice in Canada. If that’s important to you, head over to our list of top Canada VPNs.
Bypassing Web Censorship
VyprVPN’s Chameleon Protocol Sometimes Works in China
7.2/10
How is this calculated?
We routinely test if the VPN can bypass strict internet restrictions in China using our remote-access server in Shanghai.
Other important factors we consider include obfuscation technologies and the availability of servers in neighboring countries (for faster connections).
VyprVPN uses its proprietary Chameleon Protocol to beat censorship in highly-censored countries, such as Russia and Turkey. It doesn’t unblock websites reliably in China, but it might work in other regions. The protocol is available on Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS.
Ranked #21 out of 65 VPNs for Bypassing Web Censorship
VyprVPN used to work in China, but lately it’s been very inconsistent. In our China VPN tests, we found it only had a 39% success rate in the past year.
In comparison, Private Internet Access’ has had a 77% success rate and only costs $2.03 per month on its best-value subscription.
VyprVPN’s Chameleon Protocol & Obfuscation Tools
VyprVPN can unblock websites in some high-censorship countries because of its Chameleon protocol.
You can find VyprVPN’s obfuscation protocol in Customize > Protocol.
This VPN protocol is specifically designed to bypass aggressive censorship and VPN blocks in countries like Turkey, China, and UAE. It’s currently available with every VPN server, too.
VyprVPN’s Chameleon protocol works by scrambling the metadata of each OpenVPN packet, preventing it from being identified through Deep Packet Inspection (DPI).
This should allow it to avoid detection from governments, ISPs, and other network administrators like your employer, school or university.
Underneath the obfuscation technology lies the unmodified OpenVPN protocol, with tried and tested AES-256 encryption. This means you can overcome censorship without sacrificing security.
The latest version of the protocol, Chameleon 2.0, has additional compatibility with Windows, Android, macOS, and iOS devices.
EXPERT ADVICE: We don’t recommend relying on VyprVPN’s Chameleon protocol if you are traveling or moving to China. Astrill VPN and Windscribe are much more reliable for bypassing censorship.
Torrenting
P2P Allowed on All Servers
6.6/10
How is this calculated?
This rating is determined by the VPN’s torrenting speeds, the percentage of servers that allow P2P file sharing, the service’s privacy and trustworthiness, and useful settings like port forwarding.
For speed specifically, we calculate the VPN’s average download bitrate using our bespoke torrenting setup.
VyprVPN allows torrenting and P2P activity on all its VPN servers, but it’s slower than most competitors, with download bitrates peaking at 5.6MiB/s. It does include an essential kill switch (except on iOS), but has no port forwarding. Lastly, we’re concerned with its lack of privacy policy.
Ranked #28 out of 65 VPNs for Torrenting
Here’s a quick summary of showing how VyprVPN performed in our torrenting tests:
Torrenting Attribute
Result
Average Download Bitrate
5.6MiB/s
No. of P2P Servers
700+
Logging Policy
Unknown
Kill Switch
Yes
Port Forwarding
No
VyprVPN’s kill switch and first-party VPN servers are great additions, both of which protect your real IP address during file-sharing on Windows and macOS.
Having said that, VyprVPN’s torrenting speeds aren’t the fastest and there is no support for port forwarding, either. This is a real surprise given how fast the VPN is when handling typical web traffic.
If you’re a devoted torrenter then you may prefer to use a VPN that’s more suited to P2P activity, like Private Internet Access.
We tested VyprVPN on qBittorrent.
We also found an isolated incident of someone being flagged for DMCA violations while using VyprVPN in 2022. In this case, however, it seems the user didn’t configure VyprVPN and qBittorrent properly.
What this revealed is that it’s possible to receive a DMCA when connected to VyprVPN if you don’t configure the app properly. We’re also reluctant to recommend the VPN for any P2P activity when it does not have a clear and transparent privacy policy.
Apps on All Popular Platforms, but No Smart DNS Feature
How is this rated?
A high-quality VPN should maintain functional, fully-featured applications and browser extensions for as many platforms and devices as possible.
Our ‘Device & OS Compatibility’ assessment contributes to the Ease of Use rating.
VyprVPN offers apps for Mac, iOS, PC, and Android devices. VyprVPN used to be one of only two VPNs to offer a native router app, but it was discontinued in 2023. It doesn’t have any browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, or Opera. We’re also disappointed it doesn’t have a Smart DNS feature, but we like its fully-featured app for Fire TV and Android TV.
Apps
VyprVPN has native applications for the following devices:
Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux
You can use VyprVPN on the most common mobile and desktop devices. The service has dedicated VPN apps for Windows, Mac, iOS and Android.
But there are some features that aren’t available on specific platforms. Here’s a table showing the main differences between VyprVPN’s apps:
You can have up to 30 simultaneous connections with VyprVPN, which is better than most top-rated VPNs, including ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access.
Games Consoles & Streaming Devices
VyprVPN doesn’t offer Smart DNS, which means it’s much more difficult to use with devices that do not support native VPN applications.
Apple TV
Amazon Fire TV
Android TV
Chromecast
Nintendo
PlayStation
Roku
Smart TV
Xbox
VyprVPN has a Fire TV Stick app, but it was recently removed from the Amazon store. In order to install the app, you now have to sideload a previous version of the app, which is unnecessarily complicated.
It also has an Android TV app — great for the Xiaomi Mi Box, Sony Smart TVs, Nvidia Shield, or Razer Forge TV box. But this isn’t a unique offering. Other high-quality VPNs like ExpressVPN and Surfshark also offer Android TV apps.
If you want to use VyprVPN with devices that don’t take native VPN apps, like PlayStation and Xbox, we recommend using a VPN that has a Smart DNS tool.
VyprVPN used to offer a native Tomato router app. However, this was disappointingly discontinued in 2023. Considering that VyprVPN was one of only two VPNs to offer a native app, this is a disheartening move.
We suspect it might be the result of a recent change in ownership of VyprVPN from Golden Frog to Certida.
Ease of Use
Clear, Simple, and Uncluttered Apps
9.0/10
How is this calculated?
This rating mainly consists of the user-friendliness and intuitiveness of setting up and regularly using the VPN.
We also factor in customization settings, as well as device and OS compatibility (see section above).
VyprVPN’s apps are very similar across all major platforms, clearly laid out, and intuitive to use, so you’ll have no trouble switching between them. However, VyprVPN is frustrating to use on Linux.
Ranked #9 out of 65 VPNs for Ease of Use
Clarity is clearly a priority in all VyprVPN’s apps. The simple and uncluttered desktop apps are incredibly easy to set up and use.
Choosing a server location couldn’t be simpler, either, and VyprVPN keeps all the advanced options you may want to change in one place, clearly explained in plain language.
On all major platforms, you can search for specific servers, sort servers by distance, and see ping (ms) for each server.
In this section, we’ll describe our experience using VyprVPN on every major platform, and how exactly the applications differ from each other.
Desktop & Laptop (Windows & Mac)
VyprVPN’s desktop apps are user-friendly and look almost exactly the same — though split tunneling is only available on macOS. The option to adapt settings and switch servers can be found in the bottom bar.
On both platforms, VyprVPN uses WireGuard by default, which is one of the safest protocols. You can also use OpenVPN, IKEv2, and VyprVPN’s obfuscation protocol called Chameleon.
The customize tab reveals a set of useful features, from toggles like public WiFi protection and a kill switch to more complex controls for DNS, VPN protocol, and TAP Adapter settings.
In Startup Options, you can set the app to launch or connect to a server automatically after turning on your device. On Windows, you can customize the notifications you receive, which is a great feature.
However, some users on Windows 10 and 11 have reported unusually high strain on CPU when running VyprVPN, which can eat into battery life and device performance over time.
Mobile (iPhone & Android)
VyprVPN’s iOS and Android apps are as intuitive and easy to use as the desktop versions. The app homepages have the same layout, with a navigation bar at the bottom. We’re also glad to see that both iOS and Android apps use VyprDNS by default.
The Android app has a lot of the same features as the desktop apps. We’re disappointed to see VyprVPN’s iOS app is more sparse. It doesn’t offer split tunneling or an all-important kill switch.
The only features absent from the Android app are TAP adapter controls and a malicious site blocker. VyprVPN also offers an .APK for you to sideload directly onto your device.
We’re pleased to see WireGuard is the automatic protocol on mobile, as well as the option to use the Chameleon protocol.
Linux CLI
We’re disappointed to see that VyprVPN doesn’t offer a Graphical User Interface for Linux, which makes an app look like an app. Instead, VyprVPN offers an awful Client Line Interface.
This makes using VyprVPN on Linux complicated and time-consuming. In comparison, Private Internet Access and ProtonVPN offer fully-featured Linux VPN apps that are straightforward to use.
VyprVPN’s CLI is much less accessible than a full GUI.
Another drawback is that VyprVPN on Linux doesn’t support WireGuard, though you can use OpenVPN. You can also install VyprVPN on Linux using OpenVPN setup.
Fire TV & Android TV Apps
VyprVPN’s apps for streaming devices differ in user interface from the other apps on offer. This is a good thing considering the difference between using a TV remote and a touchscreen or mouse.
However, we found installing the Fire TV app frustrating and time-consuming. Since the app was removed from the Amazon store, we’ve had to sideload a previous version.
VyprVPN’s customer support assured us through email that their app is being reviewed again by Amazon, but until it’s been approved, this is a poor solution.
It’s not user-friendly and there are much better alternatives if you frequently use a VPN on Fire TV.
We followed VyprVPN’s instructions for sideloading its Fire Stick app.
Its Android TV and Fire TV apps are missing some features. They have WiFi protection for unsafe networks and a kill switch – both great features – but nothing else.
This isn’t a surprise — VPN apps for streaming devices tend to be fairly limited.
Uniquely among the VyprVPN apps, the smart TV app has an option for both AES-128 and AES-256 encryption (the other apps only offer the more secure AES-256).
VyprVPN claims the AES-128 encryption option can be faster, but we wouldn’t recommend using it as it is less secure than AES-256, which has become the industry standard.
Customer Support
24/7 Live Chat & Good Online Resources
8.0/10
How is this calculated?
This rating is based on our assessment of the VPN’s:
Live chat support
Email support
Online resources
Not every VPN offers all these support options, and they often vary in quality and response times.
VyprVPN has great online resources with detailed guides and a 24/7 live chat support. It also provides more help to international audiences than many other VPN services do. We would like to see VyprVPN’s support agents be more well-informed and stop sending scripted responses.
Ranked #27 out of 65 VPNs for Customer Support
You can contact VyprVPN’s customer support team in the following ways:
Customer Support
Available in VyprVPN
24/7 Email Support
No
24/7 Live Chat Support
Yes
Chatbot
No
Email
Yes
Email Support via Online Form
No
Online Resources
Yes
Tutorial Videos
No
Getting in touch via the 24/7 live chat is by far the best way to get help from VyprVPN. You can request a human immediately, and we’ve never encountered a queue of more than two people.
We found the quality of responses are hit-or-miss, though. We’ve seen some frustratingly scripted and confusing responses to our queries.
VyprVPN’s live chat is sometimes helpful, other times confusing.
Compared to other top VPN services, VyprVPN’s online resources are great. It has an organized, easy-to-navigate help center, full of guides on how to set up VyprVPN on your device, FAQs, and how to manage your account details.
We are also glad to see VyprVPN has online support resources in multiple languages:
Chinese
Dutch
English
French
German
Portuguese
Spanish
Turkish
Price & Value
More Affordable than Before, but Still Not Great Value
6.0/10
How is this calculated?
While we do assign a ‘Price & Value’ rating, it doesn’t contribute to the Overall Rating. We believe the reader should decide what is or isn’t a reasonable price.
A good rating isn’t just based on how cheap the VPN is, but for the overall value it offers.
VyprVPN is an expensive VPN. The best price you can get is $5.00 per month on a yearly subscription plan, which will cost you $60.00 upfront. This is much better than its previous pricing, which was $100.00 for a yearly subscription, but there are still better, and less expensive, VPNs available.
Ranked #28 out of 65 VPNs for Price & Value
VyprVPN used to have multiple subscription plans, but now it just offers monthly and annual subscriptions. Its yearly plan is competitively priced — on a similar level to NordVPN and Proton VPN — but it’s still by no means a cheap VPN.
For this price, we’d expect VyprVPN to consistently unblock US Netflix, Disney+ and other streaming platforms, as well as fast speeds, and a kill switch on all platforms.
Make sure to purchase a subscription through the VyprVPN website on desktop to get up to 30 simultaneous connections.
VyprVPN offers a 3-day free trial on iOS and Android devices. It also offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all devices, so you have enough time to try the service before committing.
If you’re not happy with the service, remember to cancel before the 30 days are up.
Payment & refund options
American Express
Mastercard
PayPal
UnionPay
Visa
VyprVPN accepts a few different payment methods including most major credit and debit cards, PayPal, and UnionPay.
It doesn’t accept any forms of cryptocurrency, though, and international options are very limited compared to other top-ranked VPNs.
We would like to see VyprVPN adopt some anonymous payment methods — TunnelBear even accepts cash.
The Bottom Line
Is VyprVPN Worth It?
VyprVPN is a fast and secure VPN that covers the basics well. Its first-party VPN server network is an impressive feature that’s not available with most similar VPNs.
However, it lacks essential features that we consider necessary to fully recommend it.
Crucially, it needs a detailed privacy policy which lists the data logged by the VPN and for how long it’s stored. Almost all the VPNs we’ve tested have a privacy policy to clarify what data is stored.
The removal of VyprVPN’s privacy policy by its new owners is an extremely shady business move that does not inspire much trust.
It also needs to develop a kill switch on iOS, and to conduct another logging audit in 2024. Its last logging policy audit was conducted 6 years ago now.
Our DNS server tests also suggest it might be leasing third-party DNS servers, instead of owning them outright like other top-tier VPNs.
Until recently, VyprVPN was also the third-best VPN for routers because of its native Tomato router app. However, since the router app was discontinued earlier in 2023, this is no longer a unique selling point for VyprVPN.
It isn’t particularly good at unblocking streaming services, and its Chameleon protocol isn’t advanced enough to effectively bypass the Great Firewall of China.
If VyprVPN were to fix these issues, it could become a strong contender against other premium services. Until then, it’s an unremarkable VPN that we don’t recommend choosing over the market leaders.
Alternatives to VyprVPN
You can get much higher-quality VPN services for the price of a VyprVPN subscription.
ExpressVPN is faster than VyprVPN, and it can unblock a much larger range of streaming platforms, including US Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+.
ExpressVPN also has a wider VPN and DNS server network, also completely self-owned, and works better to bypass online censorship. Lastly, since it’s a more reliable and high-quality service, ExpressVPN is more expensive.
Proton VPN has received more frequent audits of its apps, which are all open-source. This means you can see exactly what’s under the hood of Proton VPN’s apps. The VPN has a full suite of features, including a kill switch, access to US Netflix and core integration with the Tor network.
Compare VyprVPN with its alternatives in more detail in the table below:
FAQ
Is VyprVPN Safe?
VyprVPN is not the safest VPN available. It uses AES-256 encryption, first-party VPN servers, and trusted VPN protocols, like WireGuard and OpenVPN, to secure your web traffic. In our years of testing VPN leaks, VyprVPN has never leaked identifiable information while connected.
However, we are concerned about VyprVPN’s drop in trustworthiness over time. Its new owners have removed its no-logs privacy policy and still haven’t implemented a kill switch on iOS. The VPN also doesn’t conduct regular independent audits or publish transparency reports.
These factors suggest potential risks to the privacy and security of users’ data.
Is VyprVPN Good for Gaming?
VyprVPN is a good VPN for gamers. It has low latency on local servers and no IP leaks. However, it’s not the fastest VPN, coming in at around 20% slower than ExpressVPN, which is the best VPN for gaming. Overall, VyprVPN is suited to non-competitive gaming on nearby servers.
Is VyprVPN Better Than NordVPN?
NordVPN is better than VyprVPN in almost every category, despite being marginally cheaper on a yearly subscription.
In our speed tests, NordVPN delivered around 24% faster speeds than VyprVPN. NordVPN also unblocks many more streaming services than VyprVPN, including US Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max.
NordVPN’s strict privacy policy and privacy-haven jurisdiction are now far superior to VyprVPN’s offering under its new ownership. NordVPN also has the added benefit of accepting Bitcoin payments, whereas VyprVPN only accepts credit cards and Paypal.
History of Major Updates to VyprVPN
March 2024: VyprVPN’s Fire TV app is no longer available in the Amazon store.
August 2023: VyprVPN discontinues its Tomato router app.
April 2023: VyprVPN is acquired by Certida, a US-based company.
February 2023: VyprVPN’s Chrome browser extension is removed from the Chrome Store.
September 2022: VyprVPN updates its pricing to make monthly and yearly subscriptions more affordable.
January 2022: VyprVPN discontinues support on Windows 7, 8, and 8.1.
December 2021: VyprVPN increases its pricing.
September 2020: VyprVPN releases an .APK download.
May 2020: VyprVPN launches WireGuard on all platforms.
