Performance & Speed
PureVPN's WireGuard implementation delivers solid speeds — typically 60–80% of base connection on medium-distance servers. On nearby servers, speeds reach 90%+. This is slightly behind PIA on WireGuard, but still well above the threshold needed for 4K streaming (25 Mbps). The dedicated streaming servers are marked in the app and consistently offer better performance for video content than general servers.
Streaming Unblock Rate
PureVPN unblocks Netflix US, UK, Canada, Japan, and 10+ other libraries using its streaming-optimized servers. Disney+ US, BBC iPlayer, and Amazon Prime Video also work. A few libraries (like Netflix Australia and some Asian libraries) are inconsistent — you may need to try a couple of servers. For the price, the hit rate is impressive. The dedicated streaming server feature is what makes PureVPN competitive in this category.
Mobile App Quality
PureVPN's iOS and Android apps have improved significantly. Both support WireGuard (default), OpenVPN, and IKEv2. The Android app includes split tunneling, an auto-connect feature, and a kill switch. The iOS app is clean and fast, though split tunneling is iOS-limited. The apps support 10 simultaneous connections per account — more than most competitors. The dark theme and one-tap quick connect make it genuinely pleasant to use daily.
Privacy & Logging
PureVPN has an independently audited no-logs policy (KPMG audit). The company is based in the British Virgin Islands — outside Five/Nine/Fourteen Eyes jurisdiction. This is a stronger privacy posture than US-based providers. All connections use AES-256 encryption. The kill switch prevents IP leaks if the VPN drops. There's also an IP/DNS leak protection feature active by default in the apps.
Pricing
PureVPN's 2-year plan comes in at approximately $2.11/month — one of the most affordable premium VPN prices available. A 1-year plan is around $3.99/month. Monthly billing is $10.95. All plans include 10 simultaneous connections and a 31-day money-back guarantee. PureVPN regularly runs promotions with additional months or features included — check the current deal at checkout.
PureVPN is the best budget-friendly choice for mobile streamers who want reliable unblocking across Netflix, Disney+, and BBC iPlayer without paying premium VPN prices. The 88-country server network and 10 simultaneous devices make it excellent value. Not quite as fast as PIA, but at this price point, it's hard to argue.