IPVanish Review
Unlimited connections. WireGuard speeds. US jurisdiction.
IPVanish is a fast, capable VPN that competes well on speed and device count — but carries a piece of history that matters. In 2016, under previous ownership by Highwinds Network Group, the company provided user logs to the US Department of Homeland Security despite its no-logs marketing. The company has since been acquired by Ziff Davis and claims to have rebuilt its logging policy. New users deserve to know this context.
Our scores
IPVanish
Overall score — April 2026
IPVanish delivers fast WireGuard speeds with unlimited simultaneous connections. The US jurisdiction and a 2016 incident where they logged user data (under previous ownership) are real concerns — but two independent no-logs audits since (2022, 2025) have meaningfully rebuilt credibility.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unlimited simultaneous connections — covers every device in your home
- Fast WireGuard speeds — 88% retention in testing
- 3,400+ servers in 113 countries
- SOCKS5 proxy included — useful for torrent clients without full VPN overhead
- Clean, intuitive apps across all platforms
- Two independent no-logs audits (Leviathan Security Group 2022, Schellman Compliance 2025) confirm no client data is logged
Cons
- US jurisdiction (5 Eyes member) — highest legal exposure of any VPN
- 2016 controversy: logged and shared user data with FBI under previous ownership despite claiming no-logs
- No multi-hop or double-VPN routing
- Less transparent about ownership than privacy-first competitors
Speed
670 Mbps
Download
430 Mbps
Upload
9 ms
Latency
88%
Speed kept
670 Mbps average — 88% speed retention. WireGuard performance is among the better results we've measured, behind only ExpressVPN and NordVPN. Consistent speeds across US, European, and Asian servers. Latency overhead is just 9ms on nearby servers — competitive with NordLynx.
Tested: . 1 Gbps base connection.
Privacy & Security
US jurisdiction is the worst possible location for a VPN from a legal exposure standpoint. The 2016 logging incident — regardless of ownership change — sets a precedent that cannot be fully erased. Since then, two independent audits — Leviathan Security Group (2022) and Schellman Compliance (2025) — have confirmed no client data is logged, the strongest evidence yet that the policy changed in practice, not just marketing. For everyday privacy protection (ISP tracking, public Wi-Fi), IPVanish is adequate. For high-stakes privacy — journalism, activism, legal matters — the jurisdiction and history still warrant caution.
Ziff Davis also owns PCMag, which independently reviews VPNs including IPVanish — worth knowing when weighing outside reviews against ours.
See ownership & price history for all 14 VPNs →Streaming
Reliable on Netflix US and UK in testing. BBC iPlayer and Disney+ work most of the time (85% success rate). Amazon Prime was consistent. Not the most specialized streaming VPN, but performs well for general use.
Pricing
$12.99/mo
Monthly
$3.33/mo
Annual plan
billed annually
$2.19/mo
2-year plan
billed every 2 years
At $2.19/month on the 2-year plan (or $3.33/month annually) with unlimited connections, the value is strong for households or power users. The SOCKS5 proxy included in the plan adds value for torrent users who want speed without routing all traffic through the VPN tunnel.
Cancellation & Refund
IPVanish offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on every plan. Cancel within that window and you're entitled to a full refund.
How to cancel IPVanish
- Log in to your account on the IPVanish website (not just the app) with the email you signed up with.
- Open your account or subscription/billing settings.
- Select “Cancel subscription” (or “Manage plan” → “Cancel”) and confirm.
- Still within the 30-day window? Contact IPVanish support directly to request your refund — most providers process it within 5–10 business days.
Subscribed through the Apple App Store or Google Play instead? Cancel there — deleting the app alone won't stop billing.
User Ratings
4.2/5
Trustpilot
7k reviews
4.1/5
Google Play
50k ratings
4.5/5
App Store
30k ratings
55%
Community
Reddit sentiment
Ratings sourced from Trustpilot, Google Play Store, and Apple App Store. Community score is derived from Reddit/r/VPN sentiment analysis. Scores are aggregated periodically and may not reflect real-time data.
Verdict
IPVanish is a solid choice for speed and streaming if US jurisdiction doesn't concern you. For privacy-sensitive use cases, the location and 2016 history make it inappropriate. If you're comparing to Surfshark (both unlimited connections, both under $4/month annual), Surfshark's European base gives it a meaningful edge.
Frequently asked questions
Is IPVanish safe to use?
IPVanish has been independently audited and verified to keep no logs. It uses WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, L2TP protocols and includes a kill switch to protect your IP if the connection drops. Privacy score: 7.8/10.
How much does IPVanish cost per month?
IPVanish costs $12.99/month on a monthly plan and $3.33/month on an annual plan, or $2.19/month on a 2-year plan. All plans include a 30-day money-back guarantee.
How many devices can I use with IPVanish?
IPVanish allows unlimited simultaneous connections — you can use it on as many devices as you like at the same time.
Does IPVanish work with Netflix?
Yes. IPVanish reliably unblocks Netflix and other major streaming services. Streaming score: 8.2/10.
How do I cancel IPVanish and get a refund?
Cancel IPVanish anytime from your account's subscription or billing settings on its website. Cancel within 30 days of purchase to qualify for a full refund under its money-back guarantee. If you subscribed through the Apple App Store or Google Play, cancel there instead — deleting the app alone won't stop billing.
IPVanish vs. Alternatives
| Feature | IPVanish8.2/10 | NordVPN9.2/10 | ExpressVPN8.6/10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our Score | 8.2 | 9.2 | 8.6 |
| Monthly Price | $2.19/mo | $3.09/mo | $2.79/mo |
| Servers | 3,400+ | 9,300+ | 3,000+ |
| Countries | 113 | 137 | 105 |
| Simultaneous Devices | Unlimited | 10 | 10 |
| Speed (tested) | 670 Mbps (88%) | 730 Mbps (96%) | 755 Mbps (98%) |
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| Independently Audited | |||
| Kill Switch | |||
| Ad Blocker | |||
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| Double VPN | |||
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| Jurisdiction | USA (5 Eyes member) | Panama (outside 5/9/14 Eyes) | British Virgin Islands |
| Money-Back Guarantee | 30 days | 30 days | 30 days |
All data verified September 2026.