BulletVPN Review 2024: Before You Buy, Is It Worth It?

Only Good on Short Distance Servers

BulletVPN lived up to its name by providing satisfactory performance when I connected to servers in close proximity. However, there was a noticeable decline in speed when connecting to remote servers. BulletVPN has 150+ server locations, and if you happen to be situated close to one of these locations, you will experience fast enough speeds for high-quality streaming and general web browsing.

Speed Test Results

To establish a performance benchmark, I conducted an initial test of my internet speed without the VPN engaged. The results revealed a download speed of 107.02 Mbps, an upload speed of 14 Mbps, and a commendably low 3ms ping. To gauge the effectiveness of the BulletVPN service, I conducted speed tests while connected to four different servers.

Connecting to a local UK server yielded a download speed of 77.32 Mbps and an upload speed of 2.99 Mbps, which represents a reduction of 27% and 78% respectively, compared to my baseline measurements. When connected to a US server, I recorded a download speed of 21.62 Mbps, which was lower than expected, although I did not experience any lag-related issues while browsing, gaming, and streaming.

During my assessment of BulletVPN, I tested its server in France and experienced a substantial decrease in download speed to 38.01 Mbps and upload speed to 1.05 Mbps, indicating a loss of 64% in download speed and 92% in upload speed. Additionally, when I connected to a server in Australia, which is located far away, I observed a record-low speed of 12.53 Mbps, which is not surprising as distance typically affects VPN performance.

It’s worth noting that BulletVPN’s performance was consistently poor when connecting to servers located outside the UK. In comparison to larger VPN providers like ExpressVPN, which has demonstrated reliable high-speed performance on long-distance servers, BulletVPN falls short.

Is BulletVPN Fast Enough for Gaming? Yes!/No!

When using servers located within close proximity, my online multiplayer gaming experience was devoid of any latency issues. However, I encountered intermittent challenges when connecting to servers located at a considerable distance.

For gaming, a download speed of 3 Mbps, an upload speed of 1 Mbps, and a ping rate of less than 150 ms is recommended internet connection benchmarks. BulletVPN’s short-distance servers met these criteria, thereby ensuring a gratifying PUBG gaming experience for me. The long-distance servers on the other hand despite having adequate download and upload speeds, experienced spikes in ping that exceeded 150 ms, resulting in lag. I recommend that you have a look at ExpressVPN because of its higher speeds and lower latency, both of which make it an excellent VPN option for gamers.

Server Network — Decent Server Coverage

BulletVPN offers over 150 server locations in more than 50 countries, adding two countries to their 2020 roster, and they expand further each year. BulletVPN has fewer servers compared to larger and more established VPN providers like CyberGhost, but they still have a respectable network of servers that are strategically located in key countries such as the US, UK, Spain, Italy, France, Japan, Brazil, Chile, and South Korea. Additionally, they cover less-served areas like Russia, Hong Kong, Nigeria, South Africa, and the Isle of Man, providing coverage across all continents except for Antarctica.

If you’re a fan of streaming, you’ll find BulletVPN particularly helpful since you won’t have to worry about missing out on the best streaming channels. BulletVPN has streaming-optimized servers located in 15 different regions, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, South Africa, Netherlands, and Germany, making it easy to access content from around the world. It should be noted that during my testing with various servers, I experienced difficulties establishing connections with certain ones.

Editor's Note: Transparency is one of our core values at WizCase, so you should know we are in the same ownership group as CyberGhost VPN. However, this does not affect our review process, as we adhere to a strict testing methodology.

Security — Excellent

BulletVPN may not have advanced features like some expensive VPNs, but it has made sure that you can use its service without revealing your identity. This is a great feature on its own and is accompanied by some other cool features listed below.

• Solid encryption – BulletVPN keeps your data safe by using a powerful encryption method called 256-bit AES. This means that your online activity is protected with a level of security that is widely recognized as the industry standard. It makes your information unreadable to hackers or anyone trying to intercept your traffic.
• Multi-protocols – when it comes to ways of connecting to the internet through BulletVPN, you have 4 options to choose from – PPTP, L2TP, IKEv2, OpenVPN, and WireGuard. WireGuard is the newest and most advanced option, with faster speeds and better security than the others.
• Kill switch – the kill switch tool in BulletVPN helps protect your privacy by automatically stopping your internet connection if the VPN connection fails. This keeps your IP address hidden and prevents any sensitive data from being visible to others. BulletVPN has a feature called BulletShield that works with the kill switch. It helps keep your device safe by making sure it only connects to the internet when it’s connected to one of BulletVPN’s servers.
• Split tunneling – this feature lets you choose which internet traffic goes through the VPN and which doesn’t. It allows you to divide or “split” your internet traffic between the VPN and your regular internet connection.

BulletVPN may not have specific features to protect against IP and DNS leaks, but it uses encryption to keep your data private and a kill switch to disconnect your internet if anything goes wrong. To confirm that BulletVPN is secure, I tested it on various servers and didn’t find any signs of IP, DNS, or WebRTC leaks.

Privacy — Zero-logs Policy

You don’t have to worry about your privacy with BulletVPN. The company is based in Estonia, avoiding many data retention laws, and its privacy policy very clearly states that under no circumstances will user data be shared.

That, paired with their strict no-logging policy (it logs connection time and amount of bandwidth, but none of your personal information or activities), means your data should be very safe and your privacy completely protected. The company promises to not log details, even your IP address or DNS connections.

Torrenting — Torrent-friendly

BulletVPN allows P2P sharing and supports torrenting apps, like BitTorrent, so torrenting is an option. The VPN has good security features that will protect your online activity when you download files using torrents. However, note that its speed can be very slow when connecting to long-distance servers.

My team and I don’t support downloading copyrighted material illegally through torrents. Please check the laws and guidelines in your country to make sure you’re not breaking any rules. Also, make sure the files you download using torrents are not protected by copyright laws.

Does BulletVPN Work in China? Maybe!

Based on my communication with BulletVPN support, it has been confirmed that their service is not compatible with China’s stringent firewall and VPN regulations. Nevertheless, BulletVPN’s Hong Kong server may provide restricted access to content in China, which can be beneficial if you intend to travel to the country and require access to certain materials.

Although BulletVPN may not be a dependable option for users located in China, ExpressVPN has a strong track record of successfully circumventing the Great Firewall of China. ExpressVPN also remains committed to enhancing its obfuscation technology to overcome any improvements made to China’s firewall.

It’s worth noting that using non-government-approved VPNs is illegal in China, but tourists haven’t faced any public penalties from the Chinese government. However, it’s important to exercise caution when using a VPN in China and avoid committing illegal acts under the guise of VPN protection.

Editor's Note: Transparency is one of our core values at WizCase, so you should know we are in the same ownership group as ExpressVPN. However, this does not affect our review process, as we adhere to a strict testing methodology.

While BulletVPN may not provide a live chat support option, its alternative support channels are highly efficient and useful. You can easily contact its customer support via email or by sending a support ticket. It is available around the clock to assist you with any problems you may have. Whenever I sent them requests or emails, they responded within six hours with clear instructions on how to resolve the issues I was facing.

If you’d rather find help on your own, you can check out the provider’s website and look for its FAQs section, troubleshooting section, and setup guides. These resources can provide you with useful information and step-by-step instructions to help you address any problems or questions you might have about the VPN.