Hotspot Shield Review

PROS: Some websites aren't accessible here in Turkey and it's quite annoying especially when we really needed the content. Hotspot Shield has been a great service to use to enter sites with restricted access. It is perfect for anonymous browsing because it can hide your IP address. There are also choices about Add.

CONS: Slow internet. This happens quite often. I tried solving it by changing the country where I connected but it didn't work. But probably it wasn't a problem with the solution. Maybe, it's just because of my internet connection.

PROS: I have an elite user account and it works on a maximum of five devices. So far everything is great. It gives me privacy browsing the internet and keeps my IP address hidden.

CONS: First, it is hard to add new devices. I once tried adding my newly-bought device when the service was in full use. One of the 5 devices was actually turned off and not working so I thought it would be easy to add a new one but it's not. Also, HotSpot sometimes blocks websites so I had to turn it off in order to access the site. It also makes my location weird at times,which makes it difficult to make a purchase online.So if you are doing local marketing and or anything that requires your actual location, I won't recommend using this tool. Lastly, many profiles are not working.

PROS: For a business, I think the best thing about using this service would be the security it gives while browsing the internet. We usually do a lot of important business transactions and activities online so we needed to keep our Internet connection protected to avoid potential external risks. This tool is very effective in this. It offers various locations you can connect to and has OPEN VPN protocol. It is also great that the service can be used on several devices and works on several OS.

CONS: Their customer support isn't live. We had to email them our concerns and it's quite cumbersome. And sometimes, it takes them days to respond. So a live technical support via video calls or chat would be definitely great.

PROS: We were able to install it in just a few minutes and use it right away. The process is pretty straightforward and you can do it even without technical knowledge. After setting it up, you can already access blocked web pages, surf anonymously, and enjoy protection privileges. The service can be used on several devices depending on the plan you purchase.

CONS: It's not the fastest in the market and is prone to disconnection. There are also annoying ads even in the paid plans. The limited number of countries with servers could also be a problem especially for those living outside the United States.

PROS: I think the best thing about this software is its simplicity and ease of use. You can get it working in just a matter of minutes. Afterwards, it will turn on when you need it and stay off when not in use.

CONS: Some may find the slow server quite a problem. But in my case, everything is just fine.

PROS: It got a very easy to use and really nice UI. Changing location in order to access restricted web pages is a piece of cake. No need to be tech savvy to be able to do that. Also, I love the ability to view our data usage while browsing the net. Another favorite feature of mine is the Kill Switch function. It helps you prevent information leakage in case an error with connection protocols or internet connection happens.Lastly,it's pretty fast even on mobile phones.

CONS: None so far. It gives me what I'm looking for a VPN service - ability to browse safely and anonymously. And it is doing its job well.In fact, among the virtual private network services I have used before, itis the best.

PROS: First and foremost, this VPN is very user friendly and secure (all data you have is encrypted and it protects you from online threats). Second, it is cost effective. It's worth the price. You'll be unlimited bandwidth and use the service on 5 different devices. Lastly, it lets you access websites that are blocked in your area. Hotspot Shield offers a lot of virtual location you can choose from.

CONS: I still see advertisements and it's quite disappointing because I've anticipatee an add-free experience because I paid for the service. Also, it does not work on Windows phone. But compared to other VPN, its performance is still better.

PROS: It's fast, user friendly and very easy to set up. I have already tried many VPNs and this one is by far the best. It makes it possible to access geographically restricted websites, has many servers, and the best thing is it can be set up on smartphones.

CONS: This tool could be a little expensive if you'll be using it just for personal purposes.

PROS: Latency, speed and connectivity all work as promised. I get to stream hundreds of videos wherever I am and use different devices that adds to my convenience. You’re allowed to connect to up to 5 devices. I have my laptop at home, my phone when traveling and my office PC. Very flexible to continue what you’re watching from different devices without worrying if someone’s snooping.

CONS: It has US servers and may be prone to federal investigation.

PROS: You can install the software in just a single click. Also, it's very easy to use. Above all, it gives you privacy and protection when doing activities online.

CONS: The app stops as soon as the Internet connection fail.So you should ensure a stable connection to be able to make the most out of this solution.

PROS: The installation of the software was fast and easy. It only takes a single click to run the service. And you sure you can get privacy because it does not keep logs of your connection. On top of that, it works on various OS and devices including Windows computers, macOS, iOS phones, Android phones, etc., which I think is one of the product's competitive advantages.

CONS: The speed of the servers is not consistent. Some are extremely fast while others takes forever to load and worse disconnect every after a few minutes. I hope they should look into it and make improvements. But good thing they offer unlimited bandwidth for their Hotspot Shield Premium.

PROS: It does the job hiding my IP address. I ran my connection through Google and the search engine didn’t recognize I’m using a proxy. If you can hide from Google, that’s saying a lot. The VPN also offers unlimited bandwidth, so it’s an open season for movie streaming for me.

CONS: It only offers an OpenVPN protocol.

PROS: The VPN works well with almost any device. It has Android and iOS apps and the desktop version is compatible with Mac and Windows. It also comes with malware protection to guard your device against viruses. There’s also an auto notification that alerts me to connect to the VPN when I visit a certain site. This protects me from potential data leaks when I forget to log in, for example, while paying online.

CONS: I’m concerned about its U.S. servers, which expose my data to federal regulations. But my mantra is: nothing illegal, nothing to hide.

PROS: It has 90 server locations and 200 servers. You’re always connected to the nearest available spot, so you don’t experience noticeable streaming gaps. The VPN also compresses data that makes it faster to stream, download and upload.

CONS: They were accused of injecting ad trackers, but the FTC has yet to confirm this.