The best iPad VPN apps

ExpressVPN is one of the best VPNs in most categories, and its iPad app follows that trend. The app is simple to understand and easy to use, so it's a great introduction to the potential of VPNs if you're unconvinced. Plus, the app runs very reliably, with very few bugs or glitches to note. Although the server selection is missing a few countries we would like to see, the fact it's so easy and quick to swap between them is very handy.

Of course, one of the best perks of ExpressVPN is its value. It's an inexpensive VPN that excels at what it does, with plenty of features on the app that other, pricier VPNs can't match.

If the clever app design of the previous entry seemed appealing, then you'll love the excellent design of CyberGhost's VPN app. Much like its PC app, proper attention and care have been given to polishing the UI and UX, making it feel natural and convenient to navigate through. It's also quite visually appealing.

Speed is an interesting topic when it comes to the CyberGhost VPN app. On one hand, the speed rarely reaches impressive heights, so you won't be blown away as some other options may do. That said, the speed also rarely ever dips, meaning you won't often have to wait for videos to load for too long.

For those who primarily use streaming services on their iPad, you'll want to go with Surfshark VPN. It averages some pretty impressive speeds, meaning you can blast through a whole season of your favourite show without having to stop and wait for the videos to load. You can also connect to an unlimited number of devices at once, so you can use it on your iPad while another house member uses it on their phone, for example.

Our only complaint with Surfshark is that the app could do with a bit of extra polish. It does occasionally get a bit buggy and slow, but aside from that the performance is good.

Private Internet Access is a great choice for those that want to get the most out of a VPN app. The encryption security is excellent, providing you with plenty of protection. There are also over 35,000 servers to choose from, meaning that even if a site or app does detect that you're using a VPN, you can simply swap servers and try again. Best of all, it is capable of split-tunnelling, so you can select which individual apps and programs to run through the VPN.

The only notable drawback is that the app can feel a bit clunky to use at times. It could do with a bit of a modern touch and some polish.

ProtonVPN is not as well known as the other entries on our list, but it's an app absolutely worth your consideration. First of all, it's free to use, so it's the perfect pick for any newcomers to VPNs who don't want to commit to a pricey year-long plan. Despite being free, the features are still fantastic. Most notable is that it's a No Logs VPN, meaning that even ProtonVPN itself doesn't track your search data.

Where it falls a bit short is in its server selection. While over 1700 sounds like a lot on paper, it pales in comparison to the more recognisable VPN brands.