Surfshark

Overview
Even though Surfshark is still relatively new on the market, the provider has undoubtedly already made a name for itself. High speeds for gaming, streaming and torrenting, unlocking sites such as Hulu and Netflix, blocking malware and ads is guaranteed, as is the protection of your personal information. However, as the service is relatively new, it is still in the works and needs further upgrades, such as Windows availability, which is still in beta testing.

About Surfshark

A major advantage of this VPN provider is that iOS users do not have battery life issues even when all security features are in place. Other VPNs have difficulties not to overburden the battery life of smartphones while maintaining high security standards.

Features
Regardless of the length of the membership you choose, Surfshark’s features will always be the same. The only difference between the memberships is the price.

Here is a list of the features of Surfshark VPN:

• The VPN has more than 500 servers distributed over 50 countries.
• You can use it on an unlimited number of devices without compromising speed or security.
• The service has a MultiHop that uses a double VPN to hide activities online.
• Surfshark has a kill switch that automatically shuts down your VPN connection if it is compromised.
• It has CleanWeb, which blocks malware, trackers and advertisements.
• Your online activity cannot be monitored with IP masking.
• Strict data encryption prevents your personal information from being stolen or misused.
• The VPN also follows a strict anti-spam policy. This means that your data is not stored and cannot be used by companies or governments.
• Even if you use public WiFi, you are guaranteed complete privacy.
• Surfshark also protects you from DNS leaks.
• In order to protect your privacy, Surfshark TOR lets you use their service at the same time.
  
  
  Speed
  Surfshark offers its users ultra-fast speeds. When we verified this claim, we found it to be largely true. Without VPN, the average speed was about 60 Mbps. The Internet speed with Surfshark for various locations was:

When the VPN was set to a server in Italy:

For its European server, the average speed was between 45 and 50 Mbps.
For US servers, the average speed was slightly lower at 20 to 25 Mbps.
The speed in Australia and New Zealand was between 10 and 20 Mbps.
Compared to other VPNs, these are all excellent speeds. However, Surfshark is a relatively new VPN provider. So it remains to be seen whether the company will be able to maintain this level of speed as the user base grows.

prices
You can choose between three different subscription plans:

Duration of the subscription plan Costs per month Total costs
1 month 9,89€ 9,89€ 9,89€
12 months 4,99€ 59,88€
24 months 1,79€ 42,96€
Surfshark’s 24-month subscription plan is currently one of the cheapest on the market at €1.79, while the one-month subscription plan is one of the most expensive.

Each subscription comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, giving you great flexibility. You also have several payment options, including credit card, Alipay, PayPal and crypto currencies such as Bitcoin, Ether and Ripple.

Torrents
Depending on the country you are in, torrenting can either be a serious offence or something that is simply tolerated. But with Surfshark you don’t have to worry about that. Both torrenting and P2P-sharing are supported by Surfshark.

All you have to do is establish a connection to your preferred location and you can access any website directly.

If you connect to Surfshark while a P2P program is running, you will be automatically routed to servers in the Netherlands or Canada.

Netflix
One of Surfshark’s strongest selling points is that it gives access to Netflix’s US offering. Unlike Surfshark, other VPN providers, such as NordVPN and ExpressVPN, have not yet managed to unlock Netflix USA over a constant period of time.

Besides HotStar in India, Netflix France and Netflix USA you can also stream BBC iPlayer and Hulu with this provider. As mentioned before, Surfshark is still relatively new on the market and has received relatively little attention, especially for popular platforms like Netflix. Therefore, given the growing user base of the provider, it remains to be seen whether it will continue to successfully unblock such websites.

Installation
The installation is so straightforward that even a beginner should have no problems with it.

The clear and logical structure makes navigation between the different areas of the platform easy. Surfshark also ensures that the user interface is consistent, regardless of which device or platform you use. All you need to do is download the app to your browser or mobile device and follow the instructions.

Apps
Surfshark’s app is compatible with many platforms including Windows (still in beta), MacOS, iOS, FireTV, Android and browser extensions such as Chrome and Firefox. Since Surfshark for Windows is only offered in the beta version, it is still questionable how well it will work in the future.

How does Surfshark compare to the competition?
Surfsark ExpressVPN NordVPN
Price 9,89€/month, 4,99€/month./12 months, 1,79€/month./24 months 12,95$/month, 9,99$/month./6 months, 8,32$/month./12 month 11,95$/month, 6,99$/month./12 months, 3,99$/month./24 months
Number of units Unlimited 3 6
Number of servers 500+ 2,000+ 2,547+
Best suited for Multiple devices Hide multiple devices IP address
P2P or Bittorrent Yes Yes Yes Yes
customer service
When it comes to customer service, Surfshark can clearly score points and the high quality is evident from the very first moment on the provider’s website. The customer service representatives are available around the clock on all weekdays via live chat and email. Any problems will be dealt with immediately and you will receive a solution within a few hours.

In addition, Surfshark is working on the creation of a knowledge database on the site and has already built up a small library with dozens of articles.

User friendliness
In terms of usability, Surfshark is one of the best VPNs on the market.

On the home screen there is just a button that is used to connect to and disconnect from the server.

To access the settings, just click on the gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen.

The list of features is relatively long and can help to optimize the VPN for your needs.

FAQs
In the FAQs (Frequently asked questions) you will find a lot of useful information. Some of the most frequently asked questions are:

Q: What can I expect from Surfsharks VPN? Are there bandwidth limitations?
A: Surfshark sets no limits on speed, bandwidth and data. If you still notice speed issues or other performance problems, you can take the following actions first:

Test a server from another country
Restart your computer or mobile device
Restart your router or modem
If you use a WiFi, connect to the cable
Make sure you have the latest available operating system updates installed on your device
Deactivate the firewall and remove all unnecessary limitations.