VPNhub review

Supported Devices

VPNhub covers the basics of Android, iOS, MacOS, and Windows but there’s no browser extension support. This means you can’t use the service if you’re using a public computer.

Ease of Use

VPNhub’s interface is easy to navigate and simple. If you pay for the premium version, you have the option to change your encryption protocol and location.

Reviewers note it’s very straightforward and perfect for those who are new to VPNs. If you want more customization, you can access them through settings.

Simultaneous Connections

This is one area where VPNhub falls short. You can only connect up to three devices at the same time. Most paid VPNs allow up to five simultaneous connections.

Included Features

Despite being relatively new to the VPN market, VPNhub provides a respectable set of features, such as:

• Killswitch
• OpenVPN protocol
• Scramble option
• Free unlimited bandwidth (for Android and iOS)
• 825 servers in 18 countries (and counting)

Scramble allows you to hide you’re using a VPN. You’d use this feature if you’re trying to access things like Hulu or Netflix in geo-restricted areas.

Privacy and Logging

If you’re looking to protect your identity, then you might want to choose another option. VPNhub’s services are in the US. Not an ideal location for protecting personal data.

With that said, the company’s privacy policy states they do not log any user data when the app is in use. However, they collect aggregate or non-personal information to share with third parties for advertising, marketing, or research.

When used as an app, there’s even more privacy concerns as you pay via your Google or Apple account. This ties any identifiable information on your main account to the VPN. VPNhub also asks for sensitive permissions from your phone -- such as identity, contacts, device information, and photos.

While these are not enabled right now, reviewers worry there is an option to turn on these permissions later.

Performance

In general, reviewers were happy with the performance -- even with the free version.

Most servers were very fast. As expected, servers further away performed slower. Activating Scramble, lowered them yet again. Still, reviewers had no trouble with HD video streaming.

Support

VPNhub doesn’t offer customer support. There is no forum, live chat, phone support, or email functionality. If you run into any issues with the service, you’ll need to check the FAQ. However, reviewers found the questions and answers available limited.

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Summary

If you’re looking for a simple VPN for your mobile device, VPNhub might be a good option. For those looking for a more powerful service, other options offer better privacy and pricing.

TechRadar states, “VPNhub’s free unlimited bandwidth plan has some appeal… but potential privacy issues and buggy clients make it hard to recommend.”