Editor's picks
Our Streaming Rankings
Chosen after real-world testing across speed, privacy, and streaming. Each ranking is independent — we buy every VPN at retail and test it ourselves.
EDITOR'S PICK
Best Overall
NordVPN
4.8/ 5
Fastest speeds, audited no-logs, 6000+ servers
Audited no-logs policyThreat Protection blocks malware10 devices per account30-day money-back guarantee
Best for Unlimited Devices
Surfshark
4.6/ 5
Unlimited devices, CleanWeb blocker, 100+ countries
Unlimited simultaneous devicesCleanWeb ad & malware blockerRAM-only server network30-day money-back guarantee
Best for Privacy
Proton VPN
4.5/ 5
Swiss privacy laws, open-source, free tier
Swiss jurisdiction (no data laws)Open-source and auditedSecure Core multi-hopFree tier available forever
Best Budget
FastestVPN
4.2/ 5
Lifetime plans, 10 devices, ad blocker
Lifetime deal available10 devices per accountBuilt-in ad blockerNo-logs policy
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Full streaming test results: See our complete streaming compatibility matrix with 10 services × 4 providers.
Frequently asked
Frequently Asked Questions
NordVPN works with all 10 services we tested — Netflix (15+ libraries), Disney+, BBC iPlayer, Hulu, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Peacock, DAZN, and more. FastestVPN is a close second at 9/10.
Yes — using a VPN while streaming is legal in most countries. You're paying for the service. It may violate some services' terms of use, but enforcement against individuals is essentially nonexistent.
Netflix actively blocks VPN IP addresses. Providers like NordVPN and FastestVPN invest heavily in rotating IPs and maintaining dedicated streaming servers. Privacy-focused VPNs don't always prioritize streaming.
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