INDEPENDENT VPN PERFORMANCE LAB
Find the fastest VPN
for your connection
Real-world speed tests. Same-source comparisons. No inflated rankings. Explore how VPNs perform across countries, providers and protocols using our independent benchmark data.
Independent tests
Same methods for all providers
Real-world locations
Test origins across countries
Transparent results
No paid placements
LIVE BENCHMARK INSIGHTS
Explore performance results
Average download retention
88.9%
of baseline speed
Average latency increase
74.4%
vs. unprotected
PROVIDER COMPARISON • ILLUSTRATIVE
NordVPN
ExpressVPN
WireGuard (avg)
OpenVPN (avg)
RECENT TEST LOCATION
🇺🇸 United States (New York)
256.3
Mbps down
98.4
Mbps up
24
ms latency
DESIGN PREVIEW: Dashboard values are illustrative, not live benchmark data.
EXPLORE SECURE-VPN
Everything you need to choose smarter
Independent data, clear comparisons and practical tools to help you find the right VPN.
VPN Speed Test
Test your connection and see how VPNs affect your real-world speed.
VPN Rankings
Compare providers based on our latest test results and performance data.
VPN Provider Reviews
In-depth reviews with test results, pros, cons and recommendations.
Protocols & Analytics
Compare WireGuard, OpenVPN, NordLynx and more with real data.
LATEST PUBLISHED DATASET SNAPSHOT
What is behind the live charts right now
Published benchmark snapshot from September 22, 2026. Live tools may contain newer measurements.
28,779
Rankable test results · 30 days
5
Independent test origins
2
Measured VPN providers
87
VPN exit destination countries
Published data snapshot: 2026-09-22. This is a historical snapshot, not a live counter.
RECENT MEASUREMENTS
Latest VPN test results from our published dataset
QC-filtered measurements from the published September 22, 2026 snapshot.
Historical dataset snapshot (2026-09-22); current charts and live results may differ.
COMPARE & PREDICT
Compare VPN setups for
your own connection
Our comparison tool shows how VPN providers, protocols and locations perform based on benchmark data. Find the best setup for your specific needs.
FIND YOUR OPTIMAL SETUP
Select your provider
Choose from available VPN providers.
Pick a protocol
Compare WireGuard, OpenVPN and more.
Choose a location
See real performance data for each country.
Get personalized results
Find the fastest setup for your connection.
EXPLORE THE BENCHMARK DATA
Dive deeper into VPN performance
Explore our data, research and tools to learn how VPNs perform across different scenarios.
Popular topics
Quick access to our most popular benchmark research.
OUR METHODOLOGY
Reliable data you can trust
All tests are conducted using the same methodology, on real connections, with transparent results. We do not accept payment for higher rankings and test all providers under the same conditions.
Same test conditions
Providers tested using consistent setup and locations.
Quality control
Automated checks and manual validation for accurate results.
Transparent and independent
No paid placements. Just data.