Avast SecureLine VPN Review

Ease of Use

Avast VPNs offer internet users one-click access to greater privacy and security. The company prides itself not only on the anonymity it provides, but also on how easy it is to use. Signing up for service took just a few minutes. Once you install the service, the app conveniently appears in your toolbar. 

But you don't have to take the company's or our word on how simple the app is to use.  You can try Avast's VPN service out for a full 2 months for free, without providing a credit card number. That's a feature that simplifies sign-up and prevents billing errors should you decide the service isn't for you. However, once your trial period ends, you must pay for a full year of service (or more) upfront. That may make it difficult for users on a tight budget to afford the company's services.

Security And Availability

Avast VPNs use bank-grade encryption to protect your data under a wide range of circumstances. You can use the product to stream movies and other entertainment content privately. It's a go-any choice that allows user to safeguard their security when using public Wi-Fi networks. You can use it to get a little work done while waiting for a connecting flight at the airport. It's also ideal for people who like to work in coffee shops, libraries, or other public places.

Avast's VPN services are available for PC, Android, and IOS operating systems. The company's product for Windows is based on open-source technology. It's also Apple-approved for high performance and compatibility. 

Performance

Avast operates over more than 700 networks in 35+ countries worldwide. As such, the company's VPN product delivers high-speed downloads and uploads. It's suitable for streaming TV and music. If you're traveling to a country that blocks your favorite websites, the product delivers a work-around to allow you to access the online resources you need.

Pricing and Reputation

Avast's flagship paid plan is called Avast One. You can purchase protection as an individual or sign up for a family plan. The family plan permits use on up to 30 devices and costs $69.48 per year. Individual protection permits use on five devices—more than enough for the average Joe or Jane—and costs $50.28 per year. When you purchase a plan, anti-virus protection is included. Benefits of the plan include automatic alerts in case of a data breach and clean-up tools for your devices. The company also promises its technology helps you avoid scam messages on your phone. For some users, that alone is worth the price of admission. Avast One comes with a 30-day money back guarantee.

Avast enjoys a positive reputation in the tech press. PC magazine reports that the product delivers "astonishing download speeds." The company earns an A+ rating from the BBB and a 3.9  our of 5-star rating (great) on Trustpilot. The Avast app has a 5-star rating on the Apple App Store and a similarly impressive 4.star rating on Google Play.