{"id":224214,"date":"2026-09-21T14:11:43","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T11:11:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/?p=224214"},"modified":"2026-09-21T14:12:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T11:12:00","slug":"tunnelbear-vs-virtual-shield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/it\/tunnelbear-vs-virtual-shield","title":{"rendered":"TunnelBear vs Virtual Shield: Safer for Beginners in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id224214_047883-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id224214_047883-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id224214_047883-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:80px;max-width:1080px;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:0rem;grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id224214_047883-0d > 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.kb-btn58941_runner_btn_inner.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn58941_runner_btn_inner kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-full kb-btn-global-outline kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/virtual-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">TRY NOW<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u26a1 Quick Verdict:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> TunnelBear Unlimited costs $3.33\/mo. Virtual Shield Basic costs $9.58\/mo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> TunnelBear suits <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-travel\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163146\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> newbies who want online privacy on a budget. Virtual Shield suits buyers who want antivirus protection and identity protection in one app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key difference:<\/strong> TunnelBear is a pure VPN service. Virtual Shield is a security bundle that happens to include a VPN.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Our pick:<\/strong> TunnelBear for most people, because it costs less and its no-logs claim has passed a real security <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-seo-audit-tools\" title=\"audit\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163139\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">audit<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tunnelbear-vs-virtual-shield.png\" alt=\"tunnelbear vs virtual shield\" class=\"wp-image-224219\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tunnelbear-vs-virtual-shield.png 800w, https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tunnelbear-vs-virtual-shield-480x252.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TunnelBear and Virtual Shield both promise to protect your internet connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are not the same kind of product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TunnelBear is a plain VPN service with a free version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virtual Shield bundles a VPN with antivirus protection and identity protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The price gap between the two is wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to pick the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='overview'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This TunnelBear vs Virtual Shield comparison covers pricing, server network, speed, and security features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also covers which buyer each tool fits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-ai-essay-writer\" title=\"writer\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163141\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">writer<\/a> spent hands-on time with Virtual Shield directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notes on TunnelBear come from its documentation, its audit reports, and public user reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By the end you will know which VPN service to buy.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TunnelBear for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-tunnelbear'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is TunnelBear?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TunnelBear is a Canadian VPN service owned by <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/mcafee-vpn\" title=\"McAfee\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163134\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">McAfee<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It launched in 2011 and still sits at the cheap end of the VPN market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The TunnelBear app wraps a real VPN connection in a cartoon bear theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VPN newbies get a world map instead of a long list of server locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canada is the country TunnelBear operates from, which matters for privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That puts it inside the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image13d2b9_43e086 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image13d2b9_43e086 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/tunnelbear-homepage.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the app in motion before we get to the numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tunnelbear VPN Review 2025 | Watch This BEFORE You Buy!\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DMzElABj7dI?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97 .image-is-svg, .kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146609_9d7c4d-97\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-11.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-31828\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-11.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-11-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udfc6 Winner: TunnelBear<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 4.3\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $3.33\/mo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A simple, audited VPN with unlimited device connections. Start on the free account and upgrade only if you like it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY TUNNELBEAR NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/tunnelbear\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-tunnelbear\">TUNNELBEAR TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='tunnelbear-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TunnelBear Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The TunnelBear cost is the main reason people shortlist it. Three options exist, and one of them is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>Testing and Limited usage<\/td><td>Trying the app before you pay<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unlimited<\/td><td>$3.33\/mo<\/td><td>One person, unlimited <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/alaya-ai\" title=\"data\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163148\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">data<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teams<\/td><td>$5.75\/user per month<\/td><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager-for-small-business\" title=\"Small business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Small business<\/a> accounts<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagef60462_40a842 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagef60462_40a842 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/tunnelbear-pricing.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> No timed trial. The free plan runs forever with a 500 MB monthly data limit and needs no card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money back guarantee:<\/strong> None. TunnelBear does not offer refunds once you purchase TunnelBear on a paid subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> Every paid tier includes unlimited simultaneous connections, so one account covers all your devices. Payment is by credit card only, since Bitcoin was removed as an option.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Price check:<\/strong> Some review sites list $9.99 month to month, $39.99 for the first year, and $120 for three years. The yearly plan renews at $59.88 after year one. 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TunnelBear for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-tunnelbear'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of TunnelBear<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what TunnelBear offers that its rivals often skip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unlimited device connections:<\/strong> The premium plan lets you run the encrypted client on every phone, laptop, and tablet you own. Most other VPN providers cap you at five.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repeat security audits:<\/strong> Cure53 has audited the apps and infrastructure since 2016. Findings included critical and high-severity issues, all of which were fixed and published.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A genuine free plan:<\/strong> The TunnelBear free plan gives 500 MB per month. A post to TunnelBear&#8217;s Twitter account raises it to 2 GB.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>VigilantBear kill switch:<\/strong> If the tunnel drops, it blocks all internet traffic until you are VPN connected again. No silent leak of your real IP address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SplitBear split tunneling:<\/strong> Pick which apps and sites route through the tunnel. Your bank app can stay on the normal connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>GhostBear obfuscation:<\/strong> This disguises VPN traffic so it looks like ordinary browser traffic. It helps in countries with heavy censorship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Published transparency reports:<\/strong> The company lists every request for user data and confirms it has never had anything to hand over.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image2a2a00_07f602 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image2a2a00_07f602 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-14-980x490.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Top benefits\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content 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#ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TunnelBear for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='what-our-team-noticed'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: We have not had extended hands-on time with the TunnelBear app yet. Everything above comes from published documentation, the Cure53 audit reports, and public user reviews.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='tunnelbear-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TunnelBear Pros &amp; Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u2705-pros'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited simultaneous connections on the premium subscription plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Independent security audits by Cure53 running since 2016<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free plan with no credit card required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AES-256 encryption with a VigilantBear kill switch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Privacy policy states it does not log IP addresses, DNS queries, or browsing history<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u274c-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No money back guarantee on any plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small server network with only 48 server locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Struggles to unblock Netflix and Amazon Prime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No live chat support, only a web form and email<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content 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#ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TunnelBear for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-virtual-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Virtual Shield?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virtual Shield is an online security suite built around a VPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same app also carries antivirus protection and identity protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It watches the dark web for your leaked personal details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company is based in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That places VirtualShield VPN inside the 5, 9, and 14 Eyes alliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reviewers have criticised the firm for vague ownership and a hard-to-find <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/best-ai-tools-for-business\" title=\"business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163144\">business<\/a> address.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193291_c4ad77-1a .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193291_c4ad77-1a size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-8-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This walkthrough shows how the dashboard fits together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"VirtualShield Review - BRUTALLY Honest REVIEW?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IZqA5SXvV34?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image146344_d84ff4-59.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146344_d84ff4-59 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0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">Virtual Shield<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 4.0\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $9.58\/mo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">One app for VPN, antivirus, and identity cover. Backed by a 30-day money back guarantee and 24\/7 live chat support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/virtual-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY VIRTUAL SHIELD NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/virtual-shield\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-virtual-shield\">VIRTUAL SHIELD TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='virtual-shield-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Virtual Shield Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Three tiers are on offer, and each one adds a layer of protection. Price is an important factor here, because the entry plan costs nearly three times the TunnelBear Unlimited plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Basic<\/td><td>$9.58\/mo<\/td><td>VPN only, three devices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plus<\/td><td>$13.75\/mo<\/td><td>Adds antivirus and malware defense<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ultimate<\/td><td>$20.41\/mo<\/td><td>Adds identity cover and data removal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193306_d8b5bf-27 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193306_d8b5bf-27 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-pricing.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> None. You pay for the full contract upfront and test inside the refund window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money back guarantee:<\/strong> 30 days. After that the firm does not offer refunds on the remaining term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> Paid add-ons sit on top of your existing plan. Unrestricted Streaming runs $9.99 per month, Protection Plus $12.99 per month, and Premium Phone Support $14.99 per month. Major credit cards and PayPal are the only payment methods.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Price check:<\/strong> Some review sites list $10.99 month to month, $5.99 per month yearly, and $4.99 per month on a 24-month term. A 15-device family plan shows at $15.99. Confirm the term length at checkout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140311_e37050-01, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140311_e37050-01, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140311_e37050-01, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140311_e37050-01{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140311_e37050-01{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140311_e37050-01 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140311_e37050-01\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140311_9c963b-49.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140311_9c963b-49.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, 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wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/virtual-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Virtual Shield now <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-virtual-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Virtual Shield<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what the bundle gives you beyond a plain tunnel:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Antivirus and malware defense:<\/strong> Offline files and installed apps get scanned, not just your browsing. That is an extra layer no pure VPN offers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark web monitoring:<\/strong> The service scans breach dumps for your email, phone, and card details. Real-time alerts arrive when something surfaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data removal:<\/strong> This exists for the sole purpose of scrubbing your online identity from broker sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ad and malware blocking:<\/strong> Special servers drop harmful sites and intrusive adware before the page loads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Torrenting allowed:<\/strong> P2P works on mainstream trackers, which several budget VPN services block outright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family coverage:<\/strong> The family plan lets 15 devices simultaneously stay protected under one login.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>24\/7 support:<\/strong> Live chat and email are staffed around the clock, and agents usually respond the same day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193296_94389a-f3 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193296_94389a-f3 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/virtual-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Virtual Shield now <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='what-our-team-noticed-1'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writer signed up for Virtual Shield and ran it on a laptop and a phone for everyday browsing. Here is what stood out from that hands-on time:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193323_84a095-42 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193323_84a095-42 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-49-719x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='virtual-shield-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Virtual Shield Pros &amp; Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u2705-pros-1'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>VPN, antivirus, and identity cover in a single app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dark web monitoring with real-time breach alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Responsive live chat support rated 4.6 on Trustpilot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Torrenting allowed on mainstream P2P services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30-day money back guarantee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u274c-cons-1'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only 20 servers across 12 countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic plan caps you at three simultaneous connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No split tunneling and no dedicated IP servers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeated complaints about unexpected charges and refund delays<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140311_e37050-01, .site .entry-content 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140311_9c963b-49.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140311_9c963b-49.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140311_9c963b-49.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140311_9c963b-49 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/virtual-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Virtual Shield now <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='feature-comparison'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feature Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both products encrypt your traffic. After that, TunnelBear&#8217;s features and Virtual Shield&#8217;s features pull in opposite directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the eleven areas that decide which one you should buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>TunnelBear<\/th><th>Virtual Shield<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Starting Price<\/td><td>$3.33\/mo<\/td><td>$9.58\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free Plan<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Money Back Guarantee<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unlimited Devices<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c (3 on Basic)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Independent Security Audit<\/td><td>\u2705 Cure53<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Split Tunneling<\/td><td>\u2705 SplitBear<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Antivirus Protection<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dark Web Monitoring<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Live Chat Support<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best For<\/td><td>Budget online privacy<\/td><td>All-in-one home security<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='1-server-network-and-server-locations'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Server Network and Server Locations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How many servers each provider runs shapes everything else, from speed to unblocking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> The TunnelBear site lists 47 countries and 48 server locations. That is a small server network by 2026 standards, though it beats the runner up by a wide margin. You can pick a Canada server, a UK endpoint, or the nearest server and be moving in seconds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagef25829_1a24ad .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagef25829_1a24ad size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-7-4-980x683.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Browse with Other Countries\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Roughly 20 servers spread over 12 countries. Marketing calls them high speed servers, but the footprint is tiny next to most other VPN providers. Fewer different servers also means fewer fallbacks when one gets blocked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='2-speed-and-download-speeds'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Speed and Download Speeds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> Independent speed tests put TunnelBear&#8217;s performance at roughly 40% of base download speeds across tested locations. TunnelBear&#8217;s servers swing hard between endpoints, and distant hops are noticeably slower. There is no WireGuard support, which costs it real throughput.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagea87414_70aeb8 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagea87414_70aeb8 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-5-7-980x427.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Fast Performance\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Reviewers report sub-50 Mbps on US endpoints, yet call the results above average for a network this small. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/openvpn\" title=\"OpenVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163143\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenVPN<\/a> over UDP is the recommended setting if you want fast speeds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> Turning GhostBear on drops TunnelBear&#8217;s download speeds sharply. Treat it as a censorship tool, not an everyday setting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='3-encryption-and-security-features'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Encryption and Security Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> AES-256 encryption protects your encrypted data on every platform. The apps support OpenVPN and IKEv2, so your operating system picks a sane default. Documentation confirms no DNS leaks or data leaks in the current builds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image4732ce_b2405c .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image4732ce_b2405c size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/tunnelbear-Strong-encryption.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Strong encryption\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> AES 256-bit on the tunnel, with ChaCha20 and Poly1305 used for app-level encryption. OpenVPN is the primary protocol. Harmful sites and adware get filtered at the server before they reach you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193342_15b3c2-1d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193342_15b3c2-1d size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-40.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='4-privacy-logging-and-security-audits'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Privacy, Logging and Security Audits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> The no-logging policy rules out IP addresses, DNS queries, and browsing history. It does keep operational data such as the OS version, the TunnelBear app version, and monthly data totals, none of which identify you. Cure53 has run a security audit almost every year since 2016.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagee68afd_65cc9e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagee68afd_65cc9e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-3-10-980x475.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Privacy\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> The policy promises no activity logs, so browsing history and your IP address are not stored. There are no published third-party security audits to back that claim, and the US base sits inside the 14 Eyes alliance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193355_ca826d-ae .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193355_ca826d-ae size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-Anonymous-Browsing.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> An audit is the only thing separating a safe VPN claim from a marketing line. Only one of these two has one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='5-kill-switch-split-tunneling-and-obfuscation'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Kill Switch, Split Tunneling and Obfuscation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> VigilantBear handles the kill switch, SplitBear handles split tunneling, and GhostBear disguises VPN traffic in censored regions. Three named tools, all included, no upsell. The app even plays a roar on a successful connection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image5d1650_05d0ad .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image5d1650_05d0ad size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/tunnelbear-GhostBear.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear GhostBear\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> There is a kill switch that cuts internet traffic if the tunnel fails. Split tunneling and dedicated IP endpoints are missing, which power users will notice fast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193356_7eb08f-fe .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193356_7eb08f-fe size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-Ad-Blocking.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='6-antivirus-and-malware-protection'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Antivirus and Malware Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> None. It is a VPN service and nothing more, so you will need a separate antivirus app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Real antivirus and malware defense that scans offline files and installed apps. Ransomware protection sits in the same module. This is the single biggest reason to pay the higher price.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193335_e905e6-29 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193335_e905e6-29 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-4-36.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193336_5e518e-7e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193336_5e518e-7e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-3-36.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193642_ac66b2-95 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193642_ac66b2-95 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-Ransomware-Protection.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='7-identity-protection-and-dark-web-monitoring'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Identity Protection and Dark Web Monitoring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> Not offered. Masking your IP address is where the protection stops.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Personal details are tracked across breach dumps, with alerts and resolution help when something turns up. Data removal chases broker listings. On the Ultimate tier this is the headline feature, not an add-on.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193353_281946-fe .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193353_281946-fe size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-Internet-Security.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193352_8d31cd-d9 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193352_8d31cd-d9 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-9-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193345_609edd-83 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193345_609edd-83 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-41.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193648_77d0a1-7f .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193648_77d0a1-7f size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-Personal-Identity-Monitoring.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='8-streaming-and-geo-blocked-content'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Streaming and Geo-Blocked Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> Weak. It often returns a proxy error on Netflix, and Amazon Prime and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-hulu\" title=\"Hulu\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163130\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hulu<\/a> block it too. Smaller streaming sites work more often than major platforms do.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Reviewers report success on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and BBC iPlayer. An Unrestricted Streaming add-on exists if you want to access global content on more services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193641_de2b76-35 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193641_de2b76-35 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Virtual-Shield-Premium-Streaming.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='9-apps-browser-extensions-and-device-support'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Apps, Browser Extensions and Device Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> Desktop and mobile apps plus browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox. Router and Linux installs are not supported. Setup takes about two minutes from download to first tunnel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imageb079fd_414d23 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imageb079fd_414d23 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-6-4-980x624.png\" alt=\"TunnelBear Encrypt Your Connection\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Apps cover the usual platforms, though the macOS build is described as basic. The interface is easy to use, which is most of what non-technical buyers want.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='10-customer-support'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Customer Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> Customer support runs through a web form and email only. There is no live chat support, and reply times draw complaints. A large FAQ library covers most common faults on its own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> This is its strongest area. Trustpilot sits at 4.6 out of 5, and reviewers name agents such as Amanda, Pearl, Tom, and Olivia as super helpful. Tech support handles billing and setup on the same chat.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> The customer experience splits in two. Setup help is praised, but a steady stream of customers say they finally cancelled after unexpected charges and slow refunds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='11-pricing-cost'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Pricing &amp; Cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are both ladders side by side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Tier<\/th><th>TunnelBear<\/th><th>Virtual Shield<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>Testing and Limited usage<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entry<\/td><td>Unlimited $3.33\/mo<\/td><td>Basic $9.58\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mid<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>Plus $13.75\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Top<\/td><td>Teams $5.75\/user per month<\/td><td>Ultimate $20.41\/mo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear:<\/strong> You get unlimited devices for less than the price of a coffee. The catch is no refund policy, so the free plan is your only real test drive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield:<\/strong> You pay a lot more money, but you are buying three products in one. Judged purely as a tunnel, it is overpriced against other VPN services at this tier.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='different-scenarios'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Different Scenarios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>If You Need&#8230;<\/th><th>Choose<\/th><th>Why<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tight budget<\/td><td>TunnelBear<\/td><td>Roughly a third of the entry price<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Antivirus in the same app<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><td>TunnelBear has none<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Audited no-logs proof<\/td><td>TunnelBear<\/td><td>Cure53 audits since 2016<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Netflix and BBC iPlayer<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><td>Better unblocking record<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cover for every device<\/td><td>TunnelBear<\/td><td>Unlimited connections included<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A refund safety net<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><td>30-day money back guarantee<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 Your Budget<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At $3.33\/mo against $9.58\/mo, the gap is nearly $75 a year. That buys a standalone antivirus licence with change left over.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udd0c Your Tech Stack<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you already run antivirus and a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager\" title=\"password manager\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163129\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">password manager<\/a>, the bundle is duplicate spend. If you run nothing, one app is easier to keep current.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcfa Your Streaming Habits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regular streamers should skip the bear. Its proxy error rate on big platforms makes it a poor fit for that job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 Your Experience Level<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Total beginners do well with either interface. Power users will find both thin compared with the bigger VPN providers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udd93 Free Trials and Demos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only one of them lets you test before paying. Run the free plan for a week on your own connection before you commit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udedf Support Options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virtual Shield treats you as a valued customer on live chat, and most Trustpilot writers sound like a satisfied customer. TunnelBear makes you wait on an email queue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='switching-guide'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Switching Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already paying for one of them? Here is what changes if you move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"TunnelBear VPN Review\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZsxXayqiYkA?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group migration-card from-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\ud83d\udd04-switching-from-tunnelbear-to-virtual-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from TunnelBear to Virtual Shield?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Antivirus, ransomware cover, and dark web monitoring in one app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live chat that answers the same day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 30-day refund window and reliable Netflix access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c What you&#8217;ll lose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited simultaneous connections, down to three on Basic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Split tunneling and GhostBear obfuscation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An audited no-logs claim and about 35 extra country choices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccb How to switch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancel auto-renew in your TunnelBear account settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buy the Virtual Shield tier that matches what you actually need<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uninstall the old client first, then install the new one and test for DNS leaks<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group migration-card from-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\ud83d\udd04-switching-from-virtual-shield-to-tunnelbear'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Virtual Shield to TunnelBear?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Around $75 a year back in your pocket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlimited devices and a far wider spread of server locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public audit reports and transparency reports you can read<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c What you&#8217;ll lose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Antivirus, identity alerts, and data removal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live chat and any refund guarantee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dependable streaming unblocking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccb How to switch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Request your refund inside the 30-day window if you are still eligible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Line up a separate antivirus app before you cancel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start on the free account, then upgrade once the speed suits you<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-our-review-didn-t-cover'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Review Didn&#8217;t Cover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comparison looked at individual and family use. We did not test router setups, Windows Mobile devices, or Apple TV, since neither app installs there. Webcam privacy tools, business deployments, and bulk licensing were also outside the scope. Our figures reflect the September 2026 versions, and both firms change terms often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='final-verdict'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Winner<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\ud83d\udcb0 Pricing<\/td><td>TunnelBear<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf0d Server Network<\/td><td>TunnelBear<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u26a1 Speed<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udd10 Privacy and Audits<\/td><td>TunnelBear<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Security Features<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udcfa Streaming<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udc76 Ease of Use<\/td><td>Tie<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udedf Customer Support<\/td><td>Virtual Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 Overall Winner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>TunnelBear<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group winner-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id='\ud83c\udfc6-winner-tunnelbear'  id=\"boomdevs_34\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfc6 WINNER: TUNNELBEAR<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TunnelBear takes 3 of 8 categories outright, but wins the two that decide a VPN purchase: price and proven privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Budget buyers, households with many devices, anyone who wants an audited no-logs policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These two are not really rivals. TunnelBear sells one thing and sells it cheaply. Virtual Shield sells a security bundle and charges accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virtual Shield is a good VPN choice if you want antivirus, identity alerts, and a human on live chat without managing three subscriptions. The support record is real and the refund window gives you an exit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For everyone else, TunnelBear does the core job for a third of the price, covers every device you own, and can show you an audit to back its claims. 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kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TunnelBear for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-tunnelbear-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of TunnelBear Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how the bear holds up against the rest of the field:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn\" title=\"NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TunnelBear wins on:<\/em> a free tier NordVPN has never offered, unlimited device slots, and a gentler first-run experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> NordLynx throughput, a 6,000-plus server fleet, and Netflix libraries that actually load<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfshark\" title=\"Surfshark\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163142\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Surfshark<\/a> VPN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TunnelBear wins on:<\/em> the no-card free plan, the longest audit history of the two, and a simpler map-based app<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Surfshark wins on:<\/em> WireGuard speeds, roughly double the country count, and bundled ad and tracker blocking<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn-vs-tunnelbear\" title=\"TunnelBear vs ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TunnelBear vs ProtonVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TunnelBear wins on:<\/em> lower paid entry price, unlimited connections on every paid tier, and a friendlier interface for first-timers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163147\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a> wins on:<\/em> an unlimited-data free tier, Swiss jurisdiction outside Five Eyes, and open-source apps anyone can inspect<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TunnelBear vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/cyberghost\" title=\"CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163136\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CyberGhost<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TunnelBear wins on:<\/em> unlimited devices versus a seven-device cap, a permanent free plan, and far less upselling in the app<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>CyberGhost wins on:<\/em> streaming-tuned servers, a 45-day refund policy, and router support TunnelBear simply lacks<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns139816_c2875d-4f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns139816_c2875d-4f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn139816_dc4ee4-80 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/tunnelbear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TunnelBear for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-virtual-shield-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_36\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of Virtual Shield Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And here is how the bundle measures up elsewhere:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-virtual-shield\" title=\"Virtual Shield vs NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163137\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virtual Shield vs NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Virtual Shield wins on:<\/em> bundled antivirus at every tier, named-agent live chat, and dark web alerts without a separate plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> a vastly larger network, published independent audits, and a lower true cost per year<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield vs Aura VPN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Virtual Shield wins on:<\/em> a cheaper entry tier, torrenting permission, and a VPN-first app rather than an identity dashboard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Aura wins on:<\/em> credit monitoring, identity theft <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-crm-for-insurance-agents\" title=\"insurance\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163132\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">insurance<\/a>, and family accounts with per-child controls<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Shield vs McAfee VPN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Virtual Shield wins on:<\/em> data removal from broker sites, a standalone VPN you can buy alone, and faster chat response<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>McAfee wins on:<\/em> a far bigger server footprint, brand-name antivirus engines, and cheaper first-year promotional pricing<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/private-internet-access-vs-virtual-shield\" title=\"Virtual Shield vs Private Internet Access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163135\">Virtual Shield vs Private Internet Access<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Virtual Shield wins on:<\/em> antivirus in the same subscription, identity alerts, and a simpler app for non-technical buyers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>PIA wins on:<\/em> court-tested no-logs history, thousands more endpoints, and per-app split tunneling<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140311_e37050-01, .site .entry-content 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wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/virtual-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Virtual Shield now <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='frequently-asked-questions'  id=\"boomdevs_37\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is TunnelBear really free?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The free plan gives 500 MB per month. A post to TunnelBear&#8217;s Twitter account lifts that to 2 GB. Paid tiers remove the cap entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much does TunnelBear VPN cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Unlimited plan is $3.33\/mo and Teams is $5.75\/user per month. A free account is available for testing, with a monthly data limit instead of unlimited data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is TunnelBear blocked by Netflix?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Often, yes. The app frequently returns a proxy error on Netflix content, and Amazon Prime Video blocks it too. GhostBear helps sometimes, but it slows the tunnel badly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What does VirtualShield do?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It bundles a VPN, antivirus protection, and identity protection into one app. The Ultimate tier adds dark web monitoring and data removal for leaked personal details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which VPN is better than TunnelBear?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For speed and streaming, NordVPN or <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expressvpn\" title=\"ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"163145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a> win. For an all-in-one security bundle, Virtual Shield wins. 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