ZoogVPN Review

ZoogVPN is yet another name in the outstanding security market. Owing to the increasing reputation and potential of the VPN industry, many old and new brands have tried to make waves. Undoubtedly, some failed to leave a mark, while a few turned out to be exceptional. What about this one? Today’s article will shower light on the service and deliberate its usefulness. Our ZoogVPN review is detailed and covers the numerous features the vendor has to offer. As a consumer VPN, there are a few criteria the service has to fulfill before being considered useful.

The article will talk in-depth bout the pricing strategy and discuss core values like protocols and the logging policies observed. However, one has to remember that VPNs are advantageous for online protection. Thus, with or without ZoogVPN, users should try and employ a VPN for the sake of privacy and online security. Although, a substantial investment is needed to venture into a suitable VPN. There are still a few less costly alternatives available.

ZoogVPN: A closer look

The company hails from Greece and has a small-sized VPN network of only 40 servers in 20 countries. But the vendor also offers a free version to offset the limitations. Although the free version bars data at 10 GB per month with only 5 working servers, it is still more than enough for most users. However, is the service worth looking into? ZoogVPN promises a fast connection with zero logging at lower costs. However, the reality is a bit different. The service is inconsistent at best, and often it fails to connect. It has zero geo-unblocking capabilities, and customer support is nearly nonexistent. Adding the glaring drawback of no advanced features, the VPN fails to impress.

After a comprehensive review of the few features present, which we included further below, the sole redeeming quality of the VPN is its low cost and the free version. Yes, the speed did surprise us, and the free version is also something worth trying. But the VPN fails remarkably at obfuscation and performance. Although yes, we do corroborate that it is a genuine no-logs VPN. But it lacks overall development and can only satisfy the primary functions of a VPN, and that too barely. Hence, we can say that while it is a decent beginner-level VPN, we are not hopeful for its future unless it makes some radical changes. To better understand our view, let us head into the detailed review. Keep scrolling.

Crucial specifications of ZoogVPN

Features	ZoogVPN Premium	ZoogVPN Free
Bandwidth limit	No limit	10 GB monthly
Connecting speed	80 Mbps	80 Mbps
Logging policy	No-logs VPN	No-logs VPN
Leaks	No	None
Jurisdiction	Greece	Greece
Number of servers	40+	5
Number of IP Addresses	50+	5+
Locations	22	5
Streaming	No	No
Torrenting	Yes	Yes
Number of simultaneous connections	5	5
Obfuscation	Yes but unstable	No
Customer Support	Not 24/7	Not 24/7
Cheapest price	$1.8 per month	n/a
Money-back guarantee	7-day money refund	n/a
Official website	zoog.com	~

Features of ZoogVPN

We’re starting with the review of the myriad attributes of ZoogVPN.

Server locations and performance

The ZoogVPN network is small, with only a handful of servers in 22 countries. Thus, the connection speed is below par and unstable, more so over long-distance transmission. The service disappoints entertainment fans, as it can’t reliably unblock geo-blocked content on streaming platforms. The Smart DNS feature is also missing. Although the service has exclusive streaming servers, they are not stable enough for guaranteed performance. The vendor has tried to incorporate P2P (peer-to-peer, i.e., torrenting) servers and a kill switch to prevent leaks. However, the absence of port forwarding makes the task bothersome. Lastly, it has obfuscation tech, but we can’t endorse it. It won’t work in China, from our and other users’ experiences.

Security and privacy

Founded in May 2013, Zoog Services IKE hails from Greece, a jurisdiction with loose data retention laws. Furthermore, the vendor employs a strict no-logging policy, making it extremely private. The only information it records, aside from your email address, is the aggregated total upload and download data transferred to the servers for their free VPN service. This data isn’t PII (Personally Identifiable Information). Yes, the service lacks advanced features, but it does offer proper security. With industry-standard encryption, OpenVPN, a kill switch, and leak protection, you can get most of the basic stuff done on the VPN. However, we do not recommend it for high-risk jobs. The features offered are:

• VPN protocol — OpenVPN(TCP/UDP) and IKEv2/IPsec
• Encryption — 256-bit AES
• Additional security — kill switch

Customer Care

In the absence of 24/7 customer support, the VPN delivers poor after-sales service. Although it has the live chat feature and email, the waiting is exhausting. However, you can access enough resources on the official webpage. The information is detailed and up-to-date.

Platforms ZoogVPN supports

ZoogVPN offers decent versatility as it is available across most platforms. These platforms include Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. You can also enjoy the service on a router. However, you’d need manual configuration for both Linux and routers. Users can also enjoy the VPN on most IoT (Internet of Things) devices, and there is a custom app for Fire TV Stick. But the vendor doesn’t offer browser VPNs. The apps themselves are easy enough to use and suit newcomers. There is even a free version but without the advanced features. The service offers 5 simultaneous connections.

Pricing and subscription plans for ZoogVPN

The VPN offers low prices and even a free version to satisfy users. It is a tempting service as it can get as low as $1.8 per month. However, we prefer the free version. But first, let us look at the various subscription plans:

• Monthly — $10 per month
• Annually — $3 per month
• Biannually — $1.8 monthly

The company has various modes of payment, including cryptocurrencies, and it offers a 7-day money-back guarantee. Coming to the free version, it doesn’t require any information to sign up. However, it offers limited service. The number of servers available is only 05, and there is a data cap of 10 GB per month. Sadly, the service has reduced security on the free version, making us a bit apprehensive. But for a casual user, it is more than enough.

Verdict

To wrap our review, we can say that while promising, we can’t recommend ZoogVPN. Sure, it is very cheap, and it also comes with a free version. But the free version has poor security, and the premium service is only suitable for beginners. Although the service strictly maintains a no-logs policy, there are numerous drawbacks. These include missing essential features and performance issues. Thus, it is adequate for testing or first-time users, but we can’t condone long-term use.