Briefly Highlights
- Zero log policy
- Unlimited data transfer limit
- Compatible with various operating systems such as Windows, Android, iOS, Linux, Routers, Consoles and Smart TVs
- IP leakage protection
- Unlimited server switching
- OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP/IPsec, SSTP, IKEv2 protocols used
- 5 simultaneous devices
KEY FEATURES
Hide.me VPN has over 100 servers in 30 countries. About layout category, Hide.me VPN is designed simple, clean and easy to use.
Choosing between different protocols is very easy and can be done in just one simple click. The same goes for server switching. This is really an interface that can be used by just about anyone.
Hide.me VPN offers all the most popular encryption protocols with 128-bit encryption, L2TP/IPsec (AES-128), OpenVPN and SSTP, both with strong 256-bit encryption, IKEv1 (AES-256) and IKEv2 (AES-128 and AES-256 ). Premium and Plus Plan users can choose between any protocol they like while those with a free plan are limited to PPTP, L2TP, SSTP, and IPsec (IKEv1 and IKEv2). They also support SOCKS proxy. Most of the servers are P2P-friendly. All of them support all the protocols used by hide.me VPN and they all have low ping times.
Hide.me VPN currently offers simple to use, connect software for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, as well as for Linux. The windows app is the most complete, including a kill switch feature. Instead of turning off your Internet, you can choose this feature you want it to automatically close.
Also, Hide.me VPN is now certified log-free. They don’t even keep any logs on their free users anymore.
PRICING
Next let’s have a look at Hide.me VPN’s service plans. Hide.me VPN offers a free plan which includes three server locations, 2GB data, a limited choice of protocols and just one connection at a time. The Plus Plan starts at $4.99 per month and it gets you an unlimited choice of locations, unlimited bandwidth, 75GB data, the full protocol suite, and one connection. The most comprehensive plan is Premium, which starts at $9.99 per month. This plan includes an unlimited choice of locations, unlimited bandwidth and data transfer, a full selection of protocols, and up to five simultaneous connections.
Besides, Hide.me VPN offers payment options including cryptocurrency Bitcoin, for those who do not want to have a paper trail of VPN payments.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
We want to look at is customer support, which is important to us. We spent time connecting with their over email. They responded within 1 hour, anyway we were happy with the result. What they provided answered the question to our satisfaction. Although the lack of live chat 24/7, Hide.me VPN were able to solve all issues quickly and effectively.
VPN SPEED TEST
Now, once you sign up, go ahead and download the software of your choice here, that way you can go ahead and get running and test the VPN service out.
Location (United States): Toronto – Canada
Location (United States): Moscow – Russia
Location (United States): Beijing – China
Location (United Kingdom): Sydney – Australia
Location (United Kingdom): Dubai
Location (Australia): Islamabad – Pakistan
Hide.me VPN Review on Google Play – Android Apps
Hide.me VPN Review on App Store
VERDICT
So to sum up this review, Hide.me VPN rates as one of the stable VPN companies, thanks to its simple user experience and excellent software. Many servers, you can switch whenever you want. The problem is that you get proper service only when you subscribe for the plus plan, otherwise it’s not worth it. And you can always fall back on the 14-day money back guarantee for their paid plans.
LIKES:
- Lifetime free VPN
- 14-day money back guarantee for their paid plans
- Unlimited server switching, no extra charges
- Good Windows users
- Fast and easy setup
DISLIKES:
- Free plan is quite simple
- Premium plan is pretty high price
- No uptime guarantee
