Our list of the best VPN services to use in Singapore
There’s never been a better time to get the best Virtual Private Network (VPN) service for your internet needs, and we don’t mean the naughty stuff.
In October 2021, the Singapore Parliament passed the “most powerful” foreign interference law, which, in layman terms, means that it would obligate Internet service providers and social media platforms to provide user information to authorities when needed, as well as block content and remove applications used to spread content the authorities deem hostile.
While the bill was passed in favour of countering foreign interference in domestic affairs, it once again resurfaced the conversation of civil liberties, a matter which authorities have frequently been accused of curbing.
This is where these VPN services in Singapore come in handy. We’re not suggesting you hide anything, but if online privacy is important to you, a VPN can act as a cloak of anonymity, protecting your information from prying eyes by encrypting your online activity.
Besides privacy, a VPN is also useful for other seemingly frivolous activities. If you download a VPN service before entering China, for instance, you’ll be able to access you favourite social media sites like Twitter, Instagram and Facebook even though it’s officially banned in the country. Using a VPN to change your IP location can also be crucial if you work in tech or finance.
If you’re thinking of getting yourself one now, keep scrolling ahead!
Here are the top VPN services in Singapore
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NordVPN’s effective encryption, fast streaming and affordable pricing makes it one of the best VPN systems you can get in the market. It’ll cost you less than SGD 5 a month for a two-year package, and it performs well on streaming sites too. Those concerned about privacy don’t have to fret. NordVPN uses double-encryption through multiple servers, making it ideal for those located in an area with strict surveillance and censorship.
A total of six devices can be connected with one NordVPN account at the same time. Want to secure the whole family? You can set up your router with the VPN. It uses only one device slot, but all the devices connected to the network will be under VPN protection. It has monthly, yearly and two-year packages, starting at SGD 15.78, SGD 78.83 and SGD 110.27, respectively.
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With a huge global footprint and excellent privacy practices, ExpressVPN remains one of the top choices of VPN services around the world. Apart from being easy-to-navigate, its one-click connect interface makes it an inviting option for beginners. ExpressVPN also makes for one of the best VPN services in Hong Kong for online gamers. It allows you to play your favourite games, such as Fortnite, League of Legends, FIFA and Call-Duty Warzone, anytime and anywhere, with your friends across the globe and aids in cloud gaming. It enhances your gaming experience on some of the major platforms by optimising speed and stability, protecting against ISP throttling and providing security against DDoS attacks.
The brand also launched Aircove in 2022, which is an exclusively developed Wi-Fi router with built-in VPN protection, bringing all the benefits of a VPN to all your devices. Their plans start at SGD 17.05 per month.
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Perhaps you’re looking for great value. If that sounds like you, then Surfshark should be the VPN of your choice. A two-year plan will only set you back SGD 3.28 a month for unlimited connections, which is cheaper than a cup of coffee at a cafe on a regular day. While Surfshark provides an extra security blanket via a double VPN hop, we want to point out that server speeds here are a little slower than its competition, which is a small hitch compared to the price you’re getting it for.
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Like Surfshark, CyberGhost is a great deal when it comes to overall usage. From enabling streaming sports events (such as LaLiga, UEFA Europa League and MotoGP) to favourite shows on HBO max, Netflix and Disney+, among others, there’s so much you can do through CyberGhost VPN, with no hindrances. Its repertoire of apps also has VPN for Xbox and PlayStation consoles to upgrade the gaming experience. Chrome and Firefox extensions are also available. It has about 9,308 VPN servers worldwide spread across 91 countries and can protect up to seven devices simultaneously.
Its various pricing plans include a monthly package at SGD 15.51, a six-month package at SGD 54 and a two-year package at SGD 73.14.
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Great download speeds and split tunnelling are just some of the reasons why IPVanish is a great VPN choice. Besides a 24×7 customer support on various channels, it can also support up to 10 simultaneous connections. It offers end-to-end encryption for all your devices and provides user-friendly software for both desktop and mobile. Some of its most prominent features and benefits include shared IP addresses, global server coverage, high speed, secure online gaming and no VPN connection caps. Additionally, their no-logs policy and WireGuard VPN protocol make it safe to use and reliable.
They currently offer three types of packages — SGD 15.79 monthly, SGD 63.08 yearly and SGD 105.35 two-year.
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Founded in 2009, Private Internet Access and has been diligently working towards prioritising the online security and safety of its customers. With an expertise of over a decade, more than 15 million customers and live 24×7 support, Private Internet Access VPN also champions transparency through its open-source VPN protocols and proven no-logs policy.
Advanced split tunnelling, a secure firewall-based kill switch for leak protection, reliable automation rules and built-in ad blocking are some of the most coveted features that this VPN provider has to offer. It also provides unlimited bandwidth with no speed throttling and has servers in 83 countries. With only one subscription, you can access up to 10 devices simultaneously. You can also install it on a router to use it on every device that’s connected to that same Wi-Fi, including gaming consoles and smart TVs. While their monthly plan costs SGD 14.72, the six-month plan comes at SGD 55 and the two-year plan is for HKD 68.99.
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Allowing you to explore the internet with more freedom and security while safeguarding you against online threats is Atlas VPN. One of the best VPN services in Singapore, Atlas VPN comes with SafeSwap privacy feature that lets you have many different IP addresses, constantly rotating while you’re browsing to avoid tracking. It also blocks malware, employs WireGuard protocol for secure and seamless browsing and features split tunnelling to keep data protected.
Data Breach Monitor, no-logs policy and web traffic encryption further ensures optimum anonymity, safety and data protection. While the VPN also lets you change your location to bypass tracking, the Network Kill Switch ensures you aren’t exposed to any threats due to unstable internet. While their monthly plans cost SGD 14.48 and the yearly plan is for SGD 51.95, for two years the plan cost around SGD 64.82.
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