Launched in 2011 from Canada, TunnelBear is one of the longest-standing providers in the VPN market, and it has an impressive track record, with regular third-party audits of its technology going all the way back to 2016. The company was purchased by McAfee in 2018 and now powers the security company’s built-in VPN services.
TunnelBear is also one of the most accessible VPNs you can find, and it has an unusual degree of personality, with an all-encompassing bear theme. It doesn’t compare well with the best VPNs, however, given its relatively slow service, limited compatibility and features, and difficulties with unblocking streaming platforms.
