We put these VPNs to the test to find out which is the best!
Zenmate has a hard time competing with most VPN in every aspect except price. Both of these VPNs have some unique features that add to their overall functionality, but PureVPN scores better in the major categories. Their past practice of keeping logs does give some potential users pause, however...at least those that value total anonymity.
PureVPN is average when it comes to speed, and Zenmate is about the same, despite having far less servers. These two VPNs are nowhere close to services like NordVPN and ExpressVPN, but they are still suitable for streaming without any annoying buffering or lags.
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| Download speed reduction | 40% (UK) | 81% (UK) |
| Upload speed reduction | 37% (FRA) | 151% (FRA) |
| Ping time to google.com | 41ms | 439.84ms |
| Average time to connect (sec.) | 11ms | 17ms |
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Speed determines how fast content uploads, so if you're torrenting or streaming, you want the speed to be somewhat identical to your regular internet speed. Since a VPN encrypts your data, it usually takes a bit longer to send your data back and forth, which can slow down your connection. However, if your ISP deliberately slows down your connection (also known as throttling) a VPN might increase your internet speed. Testing a VPN is somewhat pointless because new servers pop up and affect speed. Your speed can also differ according to your location, so your speed test might not match ours. Having said that, we tested the speed in numerous locations to provide you with the average.
PureVPN is one of the best in terms of server choices, with servers in over 140+ countries, and 180 overall. Zenmate doesn’t come close to this amount, offering 30 countries with 30 total servers. Fortunately, most of these servers are spread out to give you adequate options for unblocking content.
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| Server Locations | 6000 | 3,800+ |
| Server Countries | 65 | 74 |
| IP Addresses | 750 | 0 |
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The ratio of servers to countries is an important factor to look at when choosing a VPN. Only paying attention to location or number of servers can get you in trouble. More servers generally means faster speeds, but if VPN X has a few more servers than VPN Y but twice as many users, VPN X will typically have slower speeds. Ideally, you want a VPN that has a lot of servers in every location. This way you won’t have to worry that server/country that you want will be overburdened and running slow
PureVPN has above average customer support, as they offer live chat any time of day, email ticketing for complicated issues, and a sizable knowledge base on their website for users to benefit from. Zenmate is lackluster, providing only email support and some help materials on their site.
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| Email Response Time | 7 | 24 |
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We personally test the customer support team of every VPN we review. This means asking technical question through the live chat feature (where applicable) and measuring the response time for email questions. Whether you need to connect to a specific server, change your security protocol, or configure a VPN on your router, finding a VPN with quality customer support should be important to you.
The PureVPN application is designed to cater to both VPN beginners and experienced users, providing a user-friendly experience without compromising on advanced customization options. The interface is straightforward, allowing you to effortlessly select a server and establish a connection with just a few clicks. By default, the app automatically selects the protocol for you, but you have the flexibility to choose a different option from the available list. Additionally, the app offers various tabs that allow users to modify settings and personalize their experience based on individual preferences.
PureVPN has apps for all major platforms, and has browser extensions as well. There is a large selection of servers and special servers for online streaming, sports streaming, anonymous file sharing, and data retention security. Or you can just connect to the fastest server of a particular country.
PureVPN works on mobile devices, and is generally successful accessing Netflix and Hulu, and definitely works in China.
ZenMate gives an easy experience with high speeds and the ability to unblock Netflix. Whether you want to watch movies or TV shows, you get to access the streaming giant’s complete library using ZenMate.
Apps are available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. There is no app or configuration file for Linux but they do have extensions for Chrome, Firefox, and Opera. Also, with the ability to connect up to 5 devices simultaneously on one license, you can keep all your devices secure with just one account.
They have a kill switch called Ever Secure, which will protect you in case of VPN connection drops. And since ZenMate has its headquarters in Germany, they have strict privacy laws, so literally millions of people have placed their trust in the service.
As far as China goes, Zenmate no longer works there, so you’ll need to pick a different service. For streaming, at this time Zenmate can unblock Netflix, but no other services.
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