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I will have to suggest ovpn. Minus it being slightly more difficult to search issues because it’s too similar to openvpn , I’ve been super happy with it for my use case. I ended up choosing them over mullvad because of the port forwarding issue.
I’ve been using fastvpn.com during my online classes and research sessions. It’s decent for accessing academic databases that are region-locked and works fine for video lectures without much buffering.However, it occasionally disconnects during longer study sessions, which is annoying when you’re in the middle of something important. Also, sometimes it takes a few tries to connect to specific servers. The speed can be inconsistent too – fast one day, sluggish the next.Overall, it gets the job done for student needs, just not perfectly.
Not seeing anyone mention Private Internet Access. Are they not good anymore?
I run FastVPN for Linux workstation for development work and accessing geo-restricted resources. Setting it up via command line was straightforward, and it integrates well with my Linux workflow. The connection stays stable during long coding sessions. However, there’s no GUI application, which makes server switching tedious through terminal commands. Documentation could be more comprehensive for different distros. Sometimes reconnecting after sleep mode fails, requiring manual restart. Still, it’s one of the better Linux-compatible VPNs I’ve tested for everyday development tasks.
Mullvad is not the first on the list?
Mullvad no longer supports port forwarding, making it completely useless for torrenting which is my main use case.
Really? I was planning to switch to Mullvad.
Had to leave MV because of this. I went to Proton, though I did need special software to support its form of port forwarding without introducing a regular hassle. All good now, mostly.
I was looking at Proton too but I’m already a customer and the VPN is going to be shared with family members. I worries if they can access my mail if I share my account.
You can get around this by generating the files for OpenVPN or Wireguard for them and sending those.
I’ve been using fast vpn for android app for studying on my phone and tablet. It’s convenient for accessing educational content and research papers while commuting or studying at cafes.The main issue is it drains battery faster than I’d like, especially during long study sessions. Sometimes the app crashes randomly, and reconnecting can be frustrating when you’re trying to focus. The interface feels a bit cluttered too. It works well enough for basic student needs, but there’s definitely room for improvement in stability and optimization.
It’s engadget, so
Great roundup of VPN options! I’ve been using FastVPN for Windows for about six months now. The connection speeds are solid and the interface is straightforward, which I appreciate. However, I’ve noticed occasional disconnects during peak hours, and their server selection is somewhat limited compared to bigger names. Customer support response times could also be better. It’s decent for basic browsing needs, but power users might want more features.
