Android Only: ExpressVPN vs Private Internet Access vs PureVPN


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So I decided to try all these services to find out which one works the best and my conclusion, based on my tests, was:

 

Express VPN.

 

Why? Simple: Speed and security.

 

How did they match up?

 

** All offer unlimited bandwidth and speeds **

 

ExpressVPN was the fastest of all three tested. It barely reduced download speeds at all. Extremely fast, no hiccups, easy interface with no complicated settings or buttons and the highest level of encryption already set by default so connection was very solid and secure. Price is $12.95 a month.

 

PIA speeds were.good, but nowhere near as fast as ExpressVPN. Not even close. Software client easy to use and with customizable settings. Client loaded fairly fast, but not as fast as ExpressVPN. Connection and secure. Price was $6.95 a month.

 

PureVPN was a complete disappointment. I couldn't get this thing to connect no matter what I tried, and when it finally did connect, it was slower than an old lady on her way to church and kept disconnecting randomly. Surprising when PC Magazine gave it an Editors Choice for being the fastest VPN on the market 2 years in a row, or so they say. Maybe they are referring to the PC client? Who knows, but on Android it's a failure. The client was sluggish, confusing and extremely slow to load. Worst than the two above.

Price: $4.99a month.

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