IVPN - Secure VPN for Privacy

I’ve used this app and service for a few years. Firstly, this app and VPN service seems to work well for the most part. I do get annoying lag that is probably from the VPN during peak times but I’m not sure (though connection seems better when disconnected). Lately I’ve used the app a lot less on my iPhone 11 Pro because I notice a large drain on the battery when connected, even overnight. Hopefully it’s something that can be patched in the app, as they are very good at updating it.

I reviewed all of the top rated VPNs (and tried most of them) before deciding on IVPN. I’ve been very pleased with the app and service so far (about two years running now). Connection is fast, configurable, and doesn’t appear to slow me down one bit. It just works without having to think about it once set up. I can’t understand how this app has so few reviews. It often doesn’t show up in the “big name” reviews, and that initially concerned me, but I always dig much deeper into products than those superficial reviews anyway. I found IVPN to have all the features I wanted and more than most. It was a little more expensive, but so far it has been completely worth it to me. I highly recommend this VPN solution. Whatever VPN solution you choose, make sure it has “leak” protection. This was a requirement for me, because my previous VPNs, before they became mainstream, would shut down when the phone or PC went to sleep, and wouldn’t automatically reconnect on awakening, which left you unprotected, often unaware. Not good. So once enabled, IVPN prevents all device network traffic until the VPN is (re)established. That’s good.

App on macOS and iOS is flawless. I’ve tried all the big players like PIA, NordVPN, BlackVPN, ExpressVPN (which is good - but still a far second to IVPN) etc, but they do not compete on a variety of levels. Big plus for this service is software. On iOS you can throw weak connections, switching from WiFi to LTE back again and it handles well with no evidence of leaks - queuing up data until the connection is secure. Same with MacOS client. I close my laptop, restart etc and it automatically firewalls until it connects no matter what - and it does it seamlessly. I barely know it’s there. And fastest speeds available bar none. It is expensive when compared to the competition, but you’re paying for a flawless service IMHO. You might think I’m overselling the service, but I’m just happy I found a vpn that doesn’t want to make me tear my hair out - and I’ve done my time doing just that with the others.

IVPN cost a bit more than other VPN providers but you get what you pay for like they said the servers are super fast like they advertise. Did a speed test I was able to download at max speed my modem allowed me to which was 360mbps while other VPN like TorGuard only allowed 60mbps. There IVPN app is good but has bugs that need to fix. Every time I open my phone to do something the app suppose to reconnect to the vpn server but 30 to 40% of the time it doesn’t have to go in the app and do it manually I hope they fix this soon. But overall they offer great service and the app does what I need it to do.

Switched to IVPN years ago from PIA. It’s really great. Product is stable, but always improving. Speeds are good. And it’s clear someone there has an eye for good design because it’s nice to look at too. The iOS app is great, I particularly like the ability to mark networks as trusted or not and have the VPN connect/disconnect automatically. I also use their MacOS app, and configure a Linux system using their OpenVPN configs. Both are rock solid. On top of all that, they’re continually highlighted for their excellent approach to privacy. I highly recommend their service and apps. You won’t be disappointed.