“Proton VPN’s free VPN is great, but the paid subscription is where the true gold is.”
Pros
- Quick, reliable server connections
- Plenty of fast servers worldwide
- Easy-to-use design
- Fast, helpful live chat support
- Good free version
- No surprises on renewal
Cons
- Upload speeds are slow
- Malware blocker is reputation-based
Proton VPN is an open-source virtual private network service available for free or as an affordable premium service. It was created by the same company that also developed Proton Mail, Proton Pass, and more.
Proton AG, founded by former scientists from the CERN research center in 2014, prioritizes private communication that’s free for everyone. A decade later, Proton apps remain free and continue to emphasize privacy.
In a review of Proton VPN as part of our ongoing coverage of the best VPNs, we assess whether its paid subscription is worth it or if the free version offers sufficient speed and options for daily use.
Tiers and Pricing
