Hotspot Shield review

Hotspot Shield provides a one-of-a-kind VPN experience by using AES-256 encryption and just their patented Hydra Protocol, which is essentially all of the protocols rolled into one. However, I find inconsistencies in the specifics of their service due to a few factors. First off, despite their claim...

- ReviewVPN

No, I don’t recommend Hotspot Shield. The VPN has a staggering 600 million users worldwide. It is one of the most commonly known VPN services thanks mostly to its free client. On the other hand, the paid version of this software does not have the features to turn many heads. Similarly, it’s a bit on...

- Minnie J. Hamilton, VPN Ranks

Total security doesn't have to sacrifice speed. Hotspot Shield is a perfect example, with super-fast speeds during our upload and download speed tests.

- Aliza Vigderman, Gabe Turner, Security.org

Hotspot Shield is an OK option. It is reasonably cheaper than other top VPN solutions, but then again, the speed could be lacking. It does the job it’s designed for without any significant hiccups and it’s easy on the eye. If you are looking for something simple and effective and you don’t watch Net...

- Nick G., TechJury

Hotspot Shield has a large VPN network, lots of features and unblocked almost everything we threw at it. But poor speeds and a host of usability and other app issues leave this VPN lagging behind the top competition.

- Mike Williams, TechRadar