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Provides access to a free and open Internet, connecting you to any content and sites, securely and anonymously.

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Pros:

I searched a lot and finally got a good VPN like this.

Cons:

Disconnections can be a problem if you are using the regular version, but I guess that is the nature of VPN's.

Hotspot Shield VPN ratings

Average score

Ease of Use
4.4
Customer Service
4.1
Features
4.1
Value for Money
4.0

Likelihood to recommend

7.7/ 10

Hotspot Shield VPN has an overall rating of <span class="">4.3</span> out 5 stars based on <span class="">78</span> user reviews on Capterra.

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Roshish
Roshish
Flutter Developer in Nepal
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Outstanding affordable VPN

4.0 last year

Pros:

This VPN is incredibly user-friendly, and what's even better is that you can use it on up to 10 devices at once with a single premium plan. I've been relying on this software since 2018, and I can't imagine my online life without it. The real standout feature here is that it offers premium functionality at a price that won't break the bank

Cons:

Using this VPN has generally been a smooth experience, with just a few recent hiccups in terms of connecting properly. While the connection issues are a bit bothersome and need some attention, once it's up and running, I haven't encountered any major problems. The only occasional challenge is establishing a connection to a server.

Evandro Cláudio
Administrator Assistant in US
Accounting, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Hotspot Shield VPN and it's reliability

4.0 2 months ago

Comments: I used Hotspot Shield VPN on a trial for 7 days was a great experience, the speed is super legit and reliable.

Pros:

The ability to use IP's from multiple countries

Cons:

Sometimes disconnect suddenly without reporting the reason why!

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Outsourcing/Offshoring, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Easy to use but does not work well streaming services

3.0 2 years ago

Pros:

Cost is low and the VPN is very easy to use

Cons:

It does not work well with streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu

aseal
Accountant in Jordan
Construction, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

On of the best free VPN softwares for PC and mobile

5.0 2 years ago

Comments: In my country there are many blocked applications that are important and this application helps me access those applications.

Pros:

I like this VPN and I use it so much, the free version is good compared to other VPN applications. Also, I like that the speed of the internet is not affected too much and the servers that it connects to are great.

Cons:

The paid version is a little bit expensive and there are a lot of advertisment in the mobile application that are so annoying.

Alex
Freelancer in Moldova
Translation & Localisation, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Hotspot Shield VPN - excellent value for the money

4.0 5 years ago

Comments: I purchased a lifetime license in the past before it became part of Pango. I find it to be excellent value for the money.

Pros:

It is easy to setup and use. It runs fairly fast on most of the servers if you know what server to choose from the list and stick to it.

Cons:

I sometimes run into cloudflare protection against DDOS attacks saying that from the ip address that I'm using "huge amount of traffic has been reported". I then have to switch to another server from the list an all returns to normal. I mostly run into this issue while selecting a server from US.

Vishvam
Information Security in India
Computer & Network Security, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Hotspot Shield VPN for secure browsing.

4.0 2 years ago

Comments: Overall Hotspot Shield VPN works best and affordable which supports data encryption and aims to make the web safe and reduce the potential risks of crime.

Pros:

The feature i like the most is the Kill switch which very quickly brings me back to the normal network and instantly changes back to secure channel when turned on which is available for free plan too.Hotspot shield VPN also have the browser extension which also work seamlessly.

Cons:

Sometimes when opting for the server like Canada and Netherlands which are very busy resulting into slower speeds and high latency which makes it impossible to browse the web.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source
Source: GetApp

Hotspot Shield VPN review

4.0 2 years ago

Pros:

many different server locations split-tunneling according to the domain. bulky services package

Cons:

Android's free version is throttled and is sponsored with customized advertisements

Mohamed
Pediatric register in Saudi Arabia
Hospital & Health Care, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Vpn helps in internet acess

5.0 9 months ago

Pros:

Its fast and secure way of internet browsing

Cons:

Cost is high but still better price for good service

Nathan
Founder in Poland
Marketing & Advertising, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Easy to use - Beginner friendly

5.0 last year

Comments: Really good, easy to use, I can connect on multiple devices and offers good value for the price

Pros:

Super easy to use, also you can use the VPN on 10 different devices with the same premium plan

Cons:

Could have more servers in different countries, most of the countries they offer just one server connection

Arda
Computer Engineering in Türkiye
Computer Software, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

One of my most trusted VPN app

4.0 2 years ago

Pros:

It's VPN always worked for me, whenever or wherever i need it.

Cons:

I can not really say that this app has cons.

Philip
CEO in Germany
Airlines/Aviation, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Robust ExpressVPN Alternative

4.0 2 years ago

Comments: This application allows me to access websites that are blocked in my country and IP.

Pros:

Hotspot Shield VPN makes it safer and secure to access websites via anonymous browsing.

Cons:

It is pricey to acquire paid version and it doesn’t offer a lot of servers.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Computer Networking, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Key player in the market

5.0 3 years ago

Comments: I used Hotpsot shield to access steaming service world wide, it does the job as it is expected, they don't reduce your speed

Pros:

their interface is very friendly and easy to figure out. they offer server in many countries.

Cons:

their protocols is very limited, they have hydra and one other protocol which is very limited for nowadays.

Hakob
Applications Engineer in Armenia
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 5,001–10,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

A fast and reliable VPN service

5.0 2 years ago

Comments: I used Hotspot Shield VPN for nearly a year and I was extremely satisfied with its reliability. I always had a stable and fast connection, no matter where I was setting my connection location. It has a user friendly interface and an advanced encryption for safe browsing.

Pros:

1. Quick and secure connection to the servers and fast browsing.2. Simple and clean interface.3. Support of multiple devices

Cons:

1. To unlock all the features, a subscription is required, which is more expensive compared to other VPN services.2. Some countries do not allow it so it simply doesn't work there (of course this is not the issue of the service but rather the specific government issue)

Saman
Phd graduate student in Pakistan
Education Management, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Good software

5.0 5 years ago

Comments: I have had a very positive experience. I have used it to 1. access sites which were limited in certain countries and 2. apps whose features were limited in certain countries .

Pros:

Very easy to use. This app opens any web content which is restricted in your area. This software super user friendly . You just need to open the app and click the power button and it works smoothly for hours.

Cons:

As this app opens the content which is limited due to geographical limits, I am worried that this app also opens the website with viral content which can damage my phone .

jamieal
owner in Belize
Apparel & Fashion, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Shield VPN review

5.0 3 years ago

Pros:

what i like most about this software is the speed it provides and the things unlocked when subscribed you gain when using this software...

Cons:

software is great nothing negative about software

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Education Management, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Very good especially for Mac users

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: It is really easy to use and fast. I didn't have any problems when it connects. the only problem sometimes is to connect to a server.

Pros:

The best thing about it is that it has a native application for Mac. The main reason i switched to Hotspot shield was its support for mac. secondly, it's very fast and easy to use with lots of servers to choose from.

Cons:

The biggest pitfall is that it sometimes doesn't function well on android devices and sometimes it doesn't connect well and fast in countries with internet restrictions like Iran. It is also a bit expensive. It would also be good if it suggest the fastest possible server based on the location. For example someone in Iran may have a faster connection with UAE servers than USA.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Education Management, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

[free version] Among the best free VPNs yet still better to pay for VPN

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: - Overall pretty solid vpn for how free it is however this will only serve you well for limited usage

Pros:

- It is free and the interface is slick and easy to use - Usually takes less than 10s to connect and it has US servers - IT'S FREE! and it is from a reuptable company so you're not getting ripped off - Fast enough speeds for streaming usually

Cons:

- 500mb data cap and running out means that it instantly switches off - no kill switch to protect you - Very few server choices for the free version so you'll be forced to upgrade for more - Unstable speeds at times - Netflix detects the vpn - Shows ads for free version

islam
Self-employed in Egypt
Internet, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Hotspot Shield VPN _ experiment with

5.0 3 years ago

Comments: Great program, popular on the Internet But the paid version is better, he thought that they should continue it because it gives more advantages than an IP address, it is available, they can create offers for the reduction and work on the paid version only, this is an opinion about my experience of the product

Pros:

Easy to use, free version with limited space

Cons:

The free version is sometimes interrupted because the space is limited, one address does not allow you to all countries

Burak
Graduate student in Canada
International Trade & Development, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

One of the best VPN services in the market

5.0 5 years ago

Comments: When I am in Turkey, I mostly use it to unblock some websites, and, when I am not, I use it mainly for security purposes.

Pros:

What I like the most about Hotspot Shield are the design of the user interface and the functionality of the browser extension. Hotspot Shield offers much more than what you expect from a VPN service, by providing lots of useful information about your connection and blockers to secure your activity and it does so through a cutting-edge but user-friendly interface.

Cons:

There are mainly two things that I like the least about Hotspot Shield: First, the rather limited list of country servers that can be used and, second, the monthly price of the premium account.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Legal Services, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Fast and safe

4.0 5 years ago

Comments: I use it to connect safely to keep safe my phone and computer

Pros:

Hotspot shiel vpn is a good vpn software, you can keep safe your connection and you can connect fastly without any problem.

Cons:

After 7 day for free it is impossible to connect on mobile and on computer you have just limited time and the app always disconnects.

Amin
Engineer in US
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Was good before!

1.0 4 years ago

Comments: It was a good app but the protocol used by the app is not working anymore in my country.

Pros:

This app is user friendly and easy to use. It also has some options for experienced users.

Cons:

The app does not work anymore in my country. I have to switch to other VPN apps although I used this app more than 2 years.

Zech
Teacher in US
E-Learning, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Great VPN

5.0 4 years ago

Comments: Overall I would suggest this software to anyone looking for a VPN.

Pros:

I have been shopping around for a VPN for some time and finally gave this a try. I enjoy it and like the added security this affords me.

Cons:

It does at times interfere with normal internet activity such as streaming but a lot of that is to be expected with a VPN.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Consumer Services, Self Employed
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

It allows you to see some content but with limited countries

3.0 3 years ago

Pros:

the free version is easy to use, but only the professional version gives you unlimited data and country selection

Cons:

In the free version, you can only pick up some places in the US or Europe and sometimes it doesn't hide very well your IP

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Oil & Energy, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

A decent hotspot software

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: Using Hostpot Shield VPN has been a decent experience. I had some reliability issues.

Pros:

Hotspot Shield VPN provides decent quality VPN connection for private browsing. Also it allows to open websites which are normally blocked or filtered in your country. You can choose servers among a list of countries you want to join.

Cons:

Connection gets lost frequently. Even paid version is not as reliable as some of the competing products.

Nivya
Social Media Manager in India
Education Management, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

One of the best VPNs out there

4.0 3 years ago

Pros:

It’s easy to use and it’s doesn’t slow your internet down like other VPNs. Offers multiple protection features like identity scan, antivirus protection etc

Cons:

Font and button could be bigger on the screen.