However, the iOS app shows no information other than the server. The Android app displays the total connection time, server and country, and peak speed. On the desktop apps, this includes a world map showing the server I was connected to, the VPN IP, the server's latency and current utilization percentage, connection time, a graph showing data usage over the past 24 hours, and the highest peak speed while using the VPN. Settings and Features: Once connected, most of the apps display several sections with various information that I found useful. I consider this a must-have feature because it saves time and hassle. As with many VPNs, Hotspot Shield lets you mark servers you use often as favorites for faster access. I was disappointed in the relatively limited number of servers dedicated to these common activities, as many other VPNs offer more.įor consistency, I used a server in New York to test all the VPNs in our rating. has one quick-access server optimized for streaming, but none for gaming.
There are two "quick access" servers in the U.S., one optimized for streaming and the other for gaming. Daily data usage while connected is also displayed at the bottom.
Clicking on the server brings up a list of servers by country and city for easy selection. Primary Controls: In addition to the connect button, the server you will connect to appears at the bottom of the dashboard. I thought it was attractive and uncluttered. Look and Feel: Hotspot Shield's dashboard is clean and easy to read, with a large blue connect button over a black background. All of the apps installed correctly within minutes and were ready to use after I entered my previously selected username and password.
I downloaded and installed Hotspot Shield's apps for Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS quickly and without incident. That said, I understand many people want software, including VPN software, that “just works” without a lot of settings to adjust. I tested each VPN’s apps for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.īecause I’m an experienced VPN user and tech-savvy in general, I often prefer software that has multiple settings to tinker with. My evaluations considered ease of use, features, and other criteria important to the overall experience. I evaluated our top 10 VPNs, as well as an additional five VPNs that previously made our ratings. VPN Expert: Jeff Kinney, Senior Editor, 360 Reviews
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