Storm Score 45 out of 100

Reviews 1 published

Outlets 1 publications

Top Outlet TechRadar highest score

% Positive 0% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Hotspot Shield Basic offers decent speeds and unlimited bandwidth for a free VPN, but its limited server locations, lack of features, and inconsistent performance prevent it from standing out. The service shows improvement over time but still falls short compared to top-tier free VPN alternatives.”

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Rated 45 / 100

Tier Distribution 1 review total

100%

Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews

Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 0 reviews

Mixed Reception (<70): 1 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

Impressive speeds for a free plan
Easy to use interface
Unlimited bandwidth

Points of Contention

Only 4 locations
Barely any features
Limited support
Video ads on mobile apps

Professional Reviews

1 review from 1 critic

Mike Williams

TechRadar

“Hotspot Shield Basic is a mixed bag of a free VPN.”

Mixed 2.25/5

Hotspot Shield Basic

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