VPNs (virtual private networks) are ordinary these days as we all seem to think we have something to hide or just need them for remote work to secure our company connection (whatever helps you sleep at night!)
When it comes to brands, we have all heard of NordVPN and ExpressVPN, which are usually at the top of the best VPN lists. But it’s time to say hello to a new kid on the block: Bitdefender Premium VPN.
This tool will allow you to encode your browser history. It is from a reputable cybersecurity software leader that has made internet security such as antivirus and password protection software for as long as we can remember.
So, let’s see what Bitdefender is like compared to NordVPN regarding UI, speed, and pricing.
UI
The user interface of Bitdefender is bright, white, clean, and easy to navigate.
Although it could be criticized for being sparse on shiny bells and whistles, this is a VPN, not a luxury car, so functionality over aesthetics is the priority, and for a good reason.
The Bitdefender UI gets the job done elegantly and is simple enough for even the family’s elders to use, as there are never any lists of features, and it’s easy to turn settings on or off.
However, if you want to get down and dirty with detailed VPN settings, this may not be the most satisfying tool for you, as everything is simplified for ease of use rather than intricate tinkering.
Speed
The website claims that Bitdefender VPN is the fastest VPN on the market, and it performs as well or better than competitors like NordVPN, which we used as the comparison VPN.
With an internet speed of 200mb/s without a VPN, Bitdefender’s VPN running on top of the Chrome browser made little difference to the internet speed.
These speeds are impressive since Bitdefender has 1300 servers in 30 countries, whereas competitor NordVPN has more than double that at 5000 servers in 60 countries. This might mean you’d expect NordVPN to be faster, though the opposite seems accurate despite fewer resources.
Pricing
Bitdefender VPN is £59.99 a year, with significant reductions when you pay for a year in advance. This is a bargain compared to NordVPN, which offers their basic package for £103.35 without discounts for buying a year upfront.
We would go with Bitdefender for our money due to its features similar to pricier VPNs.
Conclusion
Bitdefender Premium VPN is an easy-to-use, fast VPN with good protection features and an easy-to-navigate UI to cover up all your dirty laundry so nobody can ever find them. And you get all this for a much lower price than many other alternatives.
