Security & Privacy
Encryption
AES-256
Connection Speed
Approximately
10-400 Mbps
Servers
Servers
1,8K+
Countries
28+
50 $12.99
Security & Privacy
Hotspot Shield offers strong encryption and high-speed security with its proprietary Catapult Hydra protocol, but its U.S. jurisdiction and lack of advanced security features may raise privacy concerns.
Countries
Russia, Cyprus, Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Poland, Romania, Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Russia, China.
Services
Advantages
Hotspot Shield stands out for its record-breaking speeds, especially in the premium version, making it ideal for 4K streaming and online gaming. Additionally, the service offers built-in protection against malicious websites and phishing attacks.
Disadvantages
The free version is limited by ads, slower speeds, and restricted server selection. The premium plan is more expensive than many competitors. Additionally, it lacks advanced features such as double encryption or dedicated IP addresses.