Editor’s ChoiceFree PlanKill Switch
PN
PolarNet
A genuinely usable free VPN with no ads
The best free VPN we tested — a real daily-use option rather than a crippled trial, with no ads and a clear data cap.
28 countries, 300+ servers
1 device (free) / 5 devices (paid) simultaneous connections
Overall score
8.4
out of 10
Security84%
A published privacy policy with reasonable encryption, though PolarNet has not commissioned an independent audit.
Speed78%
Free-tier servers are shared and can slow during peak hours; the paid tier performed noticeably better in our tests.
Price / Value92%
One of the few free VPNs we'd actually recommend for daily light use, with an affordable unlimited upgrade.
Pros
✓No ads on the free tier
✓Clear, generous daily data cap
✓Cheap unlimited upgrade if you outgrow the free tier
Cons
–No independent no-logs audit
–Free tier limited to 1 device
What’s included
Kill switch
2GB/day free data
No ads
Auto server selection
Apps & Usability
A single-tap connect button and a visible daily data counter make the free tier easy to manage.
MK
Reviewed by
Maren Kessler · Lead Privacy AnalystFrequently asked questions
No — unlike many free VPNs, PolarNet's free tier is ad-free, funded by upgrades to the paid unlimited plan.