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VyprVPN Review 2024: Before You Buy, Is It Worth It?
Reading time: 21 min
Updated on Nov 1, 2024
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Written By Osama Zahid Cybersecurity Specialist
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Fact-Checked by Amar Cemanovic Cybersecurity Expert
VyprVPN Overview
VyprVPN looks like a solid option with reliable security and impressive performance, but is it worth getting when other cheaper VPNs deliver excellent performance? I extensively tested VyprVPN and compared it against industry leaders to discover whether you should get it.
In my tests, I found that VyprVPN is a well-rounded choice but has some issues. It has impenetrable security and reliably works with streaming websites. However, VyprVPN’s speeds are slow on long-distance servers, its server network is smaller than that of competitors, and the privacy policy lacks clarity. So, it’s somewhat expensive, considering the limitations.
In a Rush? Here’s a 1-Minute Summary
- Good streaming performance. VyprVPN works with most streaming platforms. Jump to the streaming test results.
- Decent server network. You can choose from 700 servers in 63 countries. Read more about the app’s server network.
- Fast speeds on nearby servers. VyprVPN maintains fast speeds on nearby servers but is much slower on long-distance connections. Learn more about the speeds.
- Reliable safety. AES 256-bit encryption, multiple protocols, and an independently audited no-logs policy make VyprVPN a secure option. Find out about VyprVPN’s overall security.
- User-friendly apps. I found it simple to download and use VyprVPN on all major platforms. Read more about its various apps.
- Excellent customer support. VyprVPN has multiple responsive support channels to provide help. Learn about my experience with its support.
- Reasonable pricing. It’s not the cheapest, but VyprVPN’s 1-year plan delivers reasonable value. Discover its various price plans.
VyprVPN Works With Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer, and Max (But Not Hulu)
Whether you want to watch your home Netflix library in the US or catch up on the latest releases on BBC iPlayer, VyprVPN is a solid choice for streaming. It’s not flawless, but it worked with most of the streaming services my colleagues and I tested. These include Netflix, Disney+, and Max (formerly HBO Max).
Note that the WireGuard protocol delivers the best streaming performance. Other protocols worked sometimes but were inconsistent, and streaming platforms sometimes detected I was using a VPN.
Works With Netflix
During tests, my colleagues and I found that VyprVPN works reliably with Netflix libraries in the US, Germany, Canada, and the UK. The Netflix library instantly loads when you open the website or app, and the streams begin as soon as you tap/click a show.
The only minor issue is that the quality sometimes drops when you fast forward or rewind. Thankfully, it returns to UHD within a few seconds of streaming, so this likely won’t affect your experience.
Works With Disney+
VyprVPN works flawlessly with Disney+. My colleague in Canada tested it by connecting to the Canadian server and Disney+, and the entire library opened instantly. They streamed Modern Family, which buffered for only 2 seconds before playing in UHD quality.
Works With Max
You can enjoy lag-free streams on Max with VyprVPN. My colleague in the US tested it by connecting to various VyprVPN USA servers, including New York, Miami, and Austin. The Max library loaded instantly, regardless of the server. They streamed Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, which played instantly and adjusted to UHD quality in a few seconds.
Works With BBC iPlayer
Despite some minor issues, VyprVPN and BBC iPlayer work well together. When my UK colleague opened it after connecting to VyprVPN, it took a few seconds before the library appeared. However, all the streams were smooth and remained in UHD, even after being fast forwarded and rewound multiple times.
Doesn’t Work With Hulu
While it delivered good results on other services, VyprVPN struggled to work with Hulu during tests. My US colleague tried multiple VyprVPN servers in the USA, but they always got an error when logging into Hulu.
To ensure it wasn’t a problem with their connection, my colleague tried ExpressVPN, which worked flawlessly with Hulu. They could instantly log into the platform when connected to any of ExpressVPN’s servers in the US, and the streams were always lag-free and in UHD quality.
Speed
- 8.0
/ 10
Speed — Fast on Nearby Servers but Gets Slower as the Distance Increases
While it’s not as fast as the industry-leading VPNs, VyprVPN provides reasonably fast speeds, especially on nearby servers. I extensively tested its performance on servers with varying distances from my location and noticed a significant drop as the distance increased.
I also compared whether the chosen protocol makes a difference and found that you’ll get the best connection speeds with WireGuard. When testing the various protocols on the same server, I learned that the speed drop on OpenVPN and Chameleon protocols was greater.
Speed Test Results
I measured VyprVPN’s effect on speeds by first testing my baseline speeds and then testing speeds while connected to various VyprVPN servers. During my tests, I discovered that VyprVPN maintains fast speeds when connected to nearby servers. My download speed went from 33 Mbps to 32 Mbps when I connected to the UAE server near me.
Unfortunately, speeds get much slower as the distance to the server increases. My connection speed dropped nearly 80% on the long-distance USA servers. Also, upload speeds are consistently slow, regardless of the VyprVPN server you choose. My base upload speed is 33 Mbps, but it never exceeded 4 Mbps when connected to the VPN’s servers.
You might experience some slowdowns on long-distance servers, but VyprVPN’s speeds on nearby servers are fast enough to ensure lag-free streaming and browsing. Of course, your experience will vary based on how fast your baseline connection speed is.
Gaming Speed — Unreliable Gaming Performance
VyprVPN isn’t the best choice if you play games often. I connected to the closest server and played games like League of Legends and Counter-Strike 2. In all my tests, the ping was much higher than usual, and I had packet loss that caused unnecessary stutters.
What’s worse is that features don’t work properly in some games when connected to VyprVPN. When I played Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 while connected to VyprVPN, the matchmaking system couldn’t find a match to put me in, no matter how long I waited.
To ensure it wasn’t a problem with my connection, I tried the same games on various other VPNs and experienced no such issues. So, it’s clear that there are better VPNs for Call of Duty and other games if you want lag-free matches.
Why Most Speed Tests are Pointless & How We Correctly Test VPN Speeds
Speed determines how fast content uploads, so if you're torrenting or streaming, you want the speed to be somewhat identical to your regular internet speed. Since a VPN encrypts your data, it usually takes a bit longer to send your data back and forth, which can slow down your connection. However, if your ISP deliberately slows down your connection (also known as throttling) a VPN might increase your internet speed. Testing a VPN is somewhat pointless because new servers pop up and affect speed. Your speed can also differ according to your location, so your speed test might not match ours. Having said that, we tested the speed in numerous locations to provide you with the average.
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Servers
- 7.0
/ 10
A Decent Selection of Servers Worldwide, but Lacks City-Level Choices
VyprVPN’s network includes 700+ servers across 63 countries, which is less than what you get with many industry-leading VPNs. Also, there are minimal city-level server options. You’ll only get 3 cities in Australia and 8 cities in the US to connect to, while other countries don’t have city-level server selection.
Something odd is that VyprVPN’s app doesn’t distinguish between physical and virtual servers, while other top VPNs make this clear. However, VyprVPN has stated that most of its servers in restrictive countries are virtual, keeping the VPN hardware out of any government’s hands.
Torrenting — All Servers Support P2P Traffic
All of VyprVPN’s servers allow P2P traffic, making this VPN a great choice for torrenting. Plus, the independently audited zero-knowledge policy ensures that your ISP won’t learn you’re downloading torrents on your connection.
To test its performance, I connected to various VyprVPN servers and downloaded files from the public domain. As expected, VyprVPN maintained excellent torrenting speeds on local servers. However, the speeds got lower when I switched to servers far away from me.
Unfortunately, VyprVPN doesn’t allow port forwarding. This helpful feature lets you prioritize torrenting traffic to ensure fast speeds. However, VyprVPN is a solid choice for torrenting even without this feature, especially if you connect to nearby servers.
China — VyprVPN Recommends the Chameleon Protocol
VyprVPN is among the few VPNs that work in China. The app’s support recommends the Chameleon protocol if you need the VPN for this, as it obfuscates traffic to avoid detection by China’s Great Firewall.
Note that the Chameleon protocol prioritizes security and privacy over speed, meaning your connection will be slower if you use it. However, the tradeoff is worth it for the added protection in censorship-heavy countries.
Security Features
Military-Grade Encryption to Keep You Safe Online
VyprVPN ensures airtight security with its AES 256-bit encryption, making your traffic impossible to decipher. This encryption gets authenticated with a SHA256 algorithm, changing the data you send into hashed text that no one can read.
The VPN also uses PFS (Port Forward Secrecy) to create a unique encryption key for every session. This key disappears after a session terminates, meaning only your current session’s data would get exposed in the unlikely event that your connection is compromised.
Protocols — Several VPN Protocols to Choose From
VyprVPN has 4 VPN protocols: WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, and Chameleon. Note that the VPN defaults you to WireGuard when you first start using it, as it’s the most advanced option.
The protocols’ main features are as follows:
- WireGuard — offers airtight security and fast connection speeds.
- IKEv2 — provides stability as you switch between internet connections.
- Chameleon — obfuscates traffic and protects your connection from deep packet inspection (DPI).
- OpenVPN — provides good speed and security and is the most popular protocol.
All 4 protocols are available in VyprVPN’s Windows, macOS, and iOS apps. However, VyprVPN’s Android app doesn’t include the IKEv2 protocol, which is a shame as mobile devices often switch between networks, and IKEv2 provides stability in this situation.
Master Firewall — Automatic NAT Firewall for Added Protection
VyprVPN has a NAT firewall called the Master Firewall, which helps enhance security. The Master Firewall only allows traffic that your device has requested, protecting you against unsolicited data packets sent by hackers. I like that this feature is activated by default for all your VyprVPN connections and doesn’t need any configuration.
Kill Switch — Protects You From Exposure During Unstable Connections
VyprVPN has a built-in kill switch to protect you if the VPN connection ever becomes unstable. It ensures your actual IP address isn’t exposed if the VPN connection is compromised. I tested the kill switch on my Windows PC and Android phone, and it instantly blocked my connection when I changed servers and remained offline until it connected to a new server.
There’s no kill switch on the iOS app, so you must be careful if you’re using VyprVPN on your iPhone or iPad. Also, the kill switch is off by default, so remember to turn it on when you start using VyprVPN.
IP and DNS Leak Protection — No Discrepancies or Leaks Detected During Tests
VyprVPN never leaked my actual IP address during tests. I tried multiple leak tests when connected to various VyprVPN servers and never experienced IPv4, IPv6, WebRTC, or DNS leaks. So, you can trust that VyprVPN will protect your data.
Split Tunneling — Available on Android and macOS Devices
VyprVPN offers split tunneling (called Connection Per App in the settings) that lets you pick which apps can bypass the VPN’s tunnel. Unfortunately, VyprVPN’s split tunneling feature is only available on Android and macOS. This is annoying, as I use this feature frequently with VPNs on Windows when I don’t want specific programs using the VPN tunnel.
Public WiFi Protection — Automatic Security on Unsafe Networks
Another helpful feature is VyprVPN’s Public WiFi Protection. When enabled, VyprVPN automatically connects to a server if you join an unsafe WiFi network. I advise always keeping this setting enabled, as it ensures you don’t accidentally compromise your traffic on an unsafe connection.
Smart DNS — Replaced With More Secure VyprDNS
VyprDNS, a DNS proxy service fully owned by VyprVPN, ensures that the provider alone manages your DNS requests. VyprDNS is automatically activated on all connections, allowing you to enjoy online privacy without additional configuration.
Compared to Smart DNS, VyprDNS offers superior protection by encrypting your traffic. Smart DNS lacks encryption, which exposes your data to potential cyberattacks and reduces your overall security.
Some Missing Features — MultiHop, Ad Blocker, and Static IPs
I found that VyprVPN is missing the following crucial tools you can get with other top VPNs:
- Multihop. This feature routes your internet traffic through multiple servers before reaching its destination. It adds an extra layer of security by making it challenging for anyone to trace your online activity.
- Static IP. A static IP provides a consistent, unchanging IP address. This benefits activities like online gaming, remote access, and maintaining a stable connection.
- Ad Blocker. Ad blockers prevent unwanted advertisements from loading, improving your browsing experience. Additionally, it enhances safety by reducing the risk of malicious ads that may contain malware or phishing attempts. This feature contributes to a cleaner and safer online environment.
Privacy Features
Audited No-Logs Policy
VyprVPN is a privacy-focused VPN that ensures your personal information isn’t compromised. It has a strict no-logs policy, meaning it never keeps logs of your activity. Also, VyprVPN was independently audited by Leviathan Security Group in 2018. This audit verified that the VPN never stores any user data.
You should note, however, that VyprVPN has changed ownership since the last audit. It was owned by the Swiss company Golden Frog during the audit, but the US-based Certida LLC now owns it. So, the past audit has less credibility, and I’d like to see VyprVPN go through another one to regain my trust.
Another interesting detail is that VyprVPN no longer has a VPN-specific privacy policy. Certida LLC only has a generic privacy policy for all its companies. This privacy policy states that the company may share your information during mergers or sales of company assets, meaning your data might not be safe in the long term.
Company Jurisdiction
VyprVPN was originally based in Switzerland and outside the 5/9/14 Eyes Alliance network. However, since the US-based Certida LLC acquired it, VyprVPN now falls within the 5 Eyes Alliance’s jurisdiction. This means government agencies can compel it to share data like user activity and more.
Thankfully, VyprVPN’s no-logs policy ensures that there’s never any information to share, even if governments or law enforcement agencies compel the company. It does collect some data, like your payment information, name, email, and address, so it’s not completely anonymous. However, it never has any information about your browsing activity.
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User Experience
- 8.0
/ 10
VyprVPN delivers a solid user experience. It has a generous simultaneous connection allowance, and the apps have beginner-friendly designs. You’ll have no trouble using this VPN to secure your connection, even if you’ve never used one before.
Device Limit and Compatibility — Supports 10 Simultaneous Connections on Most Operating Systems
You’ll get an impressive 10 simultaneous device limit with VyprVPN, so you can use this VPN to safeguard connections on all your devices. To make the most of your 10 device limit, VyprVPN works on the following platforms:
- Windows: 10 and 11.
- macOS: 10.14 and higher.
- iOS: 13.0 and higher.
- Android: 7.0 and higher.
- Linux: All devices running Ubuntu and Mint (manual setup method).
- Amazon OS: All 2nd generation Fire Stick and TV devices.
- Routers: QNAP, DD-WRT, AsusWRT, OpenWRT, Tomato, Anonabox, and Synology NAS (manual setup method).
I was glad to learn that you can set up VyprVPN on routers. This feature lets you use VyprVPN on your smart TV, Xbox, PlayStation, and other devices that don’t have native VPN apps.
Ease of Setup & Installation — Simple Process That Lets You Connect In Under 1 Minute
Setting up VyprVPN is really easy. Once you’ve paid for a subscription, setting up the app on any device will take you less than 5 minutes. The desktop apps have straightforward setup processes, and you can install the mobile apps from your device’s app store.
All of VyprVPN’s apps have the same design, which is good considering how intuitive this design is. The apps have 3 menus — Customize, Connection, and Servers. Customize lets you change settings, and Connection is where you can see the status and connect to a server, while Servers is where you’ll pick your location.
Another thing I like is that VyprVPN’s app explains every single feature and setting. Whenever you select a setting in the Customize menu, the app will provide details about it and how it’ll affect your VPN experience if you adjust the settings.
VyprVPN also used to have a browser extension for Google Chrome, but it’s no longer available and was delisted from the Chrome Web Store.
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Support
- 10
/ 10
VyprVPN’s customer support is top quality. It offers multiple methods to contact support, including 24/7 live chat and email. Plus, it has a detailed knowledge base and a unique service status updates page that other VPNs don’t offer.
24/7 Live Chat — Instant Response Time to Get Help Fast
VyprVPN’s live chat support feels much faster than any other app’s live chat. Regardless of when I opened the live chat option, it connected me to an agent within seconds. All the agents I talked to were helpful and gave useful answers to all my questions.
What’s even more impressive is that VyprVPN enables Google Translate in its live chat, meaning replies get translated into your native language. Translation is beneficial if you don’t speak English but still want to use live chat because of how fast it is.
Email Support — Always Provides Fast and Detailed Responses
Like its live chat, VyprVPN’s email support is excellent. What stands out about it is how fast it is. While most apps’ email support can take up to 24 hours to respond, VyprVPN’s email support always gave me an answer within an hour. The fastest response I got was within 5 minutes of my email, which is the quickest answer I’ve gotten from any app’s email support.
Besides being fast, VyprVPN’s email support is thorough. When I asked about the various protocols in the app, the agent gave a detailed reply explaining which protocols are available in each VyprVPN app.
Another thing I like is that there are multiple ways to contact VyprVPN’s email support. You can send a ticket directly from the app via the ‘Support’ option or via VyprVPN’s support page on its website.
Online Knowledge Base and FAQs — Solid Option to Find Solutions to Most Problems
The ‘Support’ page on VyprVPN’s website hosts a detailed knowledge base that contains helpful information about the app. The knowledge base has FAQs, troubleshooting tips, billing help, and more, so it’ll help resolve most of your queries. I also like that it categorizes the various support articles to make the relevant information easier to find.
Another standout aspect of the knowledge base is the ‘Service Status’ page, where you can find up-to-date information about VyprVPN’s status. This page has maintenance announcements, known bug identifications, and other valuable information. You can consult it when facing issues to see if it’s a widespread problem or something on your end.
How We Test Customer Support and Why Should You Care
We personally test the customer support team of every VPN we review. This means asking technical question through the live chat feature (where applicable) and measuring the response time for email questions. Whether you need to connect to a specific server, change your security protocol, or configure a VPN on your router, finding a VPN with quality customer support should be important to you.
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Pricing
- 7.0
/ 10
VyprVPN is more expensive than other options, costing $3.00/month if you get the 2-year. Its 1-month plan is even more expensive, so it isn’t the best choice if you want a short-term subscription. Thankfully, there are other affordable month-to-month VPNs available if you want a short-term plan.
No Anonymous Payment Methods
VyprVPN’s payment methods are limited compared to other options. You can pay for VyprVPN with a credit/debit card or PayPal. Unlike ExpressVPN, it doesn’t offer anonymous forms of payment, like Bitcoin. That means that you can’t hide your identity while paying for VyprVPN.
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
VyprVPN gives you a 30-day-long period to try the app risk-free. If you’re unsatisfied during this window, you can get a full refund without any questions.
I also like how simple the refund process is — just go to the ‘Subscriptions’ tab in the VyprVPN web portal and click ‘Cancel subscription.’ After canceling your subscription, contact live chat support to get your refund.
When I tested the refund policy, the live chat agent didn’t attempt to get me to stay, he just asked for my PayPal email address for confirmation. Afterward, I had the money back in my account within 3 business days.
3-Day Free Trial on Android and iOS
You can get a 3-day free trial for VyprVPN on mobile devices. When you sign up for the VPN on an Android or iOS device, you’ll get a 3-day trial period before your card gets charged. It’s a short trial, but 3 days is a reasonable amount of time to check a VPN’s performance.
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Final Verdict
Overall, VyprVPN is a solid VPN with many standout qualities. It offers excellent streaming and torrenting performance, highly responsive support, and robust security features that protect your connections. Plus, the Chameleon protocol makes it great for staying safe in restrictive countries.
It isn’t perfect, though, as VyprVPN’s connection speeds are slower on long-distance servers. Also, it’s not the most privacy-focused VPN — the US-based Certida LLC now owns it, putting it within the 5 Eyes Alliance’s jurisdiction. Considering its price, there are other VPNs on the market that have the same features (or even more) at a lower cost.
You can try VyprVPN risk-free yourself to see if it’s right for you. It’s backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee, meaning you can get a full refund if you’re unsatisfied with the app’s performance.
FAQs About VyprVPN
Is VyprVPN any good?
Yes, VyprVPN is a good VPN known for its strong security, user-friendly interface, and fast connection speeds on nearby servers. It doesn’t have the best upload speeds, meaning it isn’t a good option for upload-reliant tasks like Zoom meetings and streaming.
Is VyprVPN safe?
Yes, VyprVPN prioritizes user security with unbreakable AES 256-bit encryption, a no-logs policy, and a kill switch to protect your data. I was also impressed by VyprVPN’s leak protection and WiFi protection, which kept my activity secure on all networks I connected to.
However, VyprVPN doesn’t have a VPN-specific privacy policy, so it’s hard to tell what information the company stores and shares with third parties. With its jurisdiction also being in the US (notoriously privacy-unfriendly), this is a concern for data security. I’d like to see VyprVPN undergo another independent audit to confirm user data is safe.
Can I get VyprVPN for free?
While there’s no free plan, you can try VyprVPN for free with its money-back guarantee. This gives you plenty of time to try the VPN’s features without risk and see if it suits you. There’s also a 3-day free trial on mobile devices that lets you test the VPN without any commitment.
Does VyprVPN work on Windows, Mac, and other devices?
Yes, VyprVPN has native apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. All the apps have intuitive designs; you can easily set them up on your device within minutes. Note that the apps have minor differences, like how split tunneling is only available in the macOS and Android versions.
Is VyprVPN good for Netflix and streaming?
Yes, VyprVPN reliably works with Netflix and many other streaming websites. It also maintains fast connection speeds on nearby servers, letting you enjoy lag-free UHD streams.
Is VyprVPN good for gaming?
No, VyprVPN provides unreliable gaming performance. Even when connected to a nearby server, I had matchmaking issues and high ping during my tests.
Editor's Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity. We are in the same ownership group as some of the industry-leading products reviewed on this site: ExpressVPN, Cyberghost, Private Internet Access, and Intego. However, this does not affect our review process, as we adhere to a strict testing methodology.
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