CyberGhost

CyberGhost is a Romanian-based VPN provider that has carved out a unique niche by offering purpose-built servers for specific streaming platforms. Unlike other VPNs where you have to guess which server works with which service, CyberGhost labels its servers clearly: 'Netflix UK', 'BBC iPlayer', 'Disney+ US', and so on.

With over 11,500 servers across 100 countries, CyberGhost has the second-largest network in the VPN industry after PIA. The service also offers dedicated gaming servers optimised for low latency and dedicated P2P servers for secure torrenting.

CyberGhost's 45-day money-back guarantee is the longest in the industry, giving UK users more than six weeks to thoroughly test the service. This generous refund window reflects the company's confidence in its product and gives users ample time to evaluate performance on all their devices.

Based in Romania, CyberGhost benefits from a jurisdiction with no mandatory data retention laws. The service publishes quarterly transparency reports and has been independently audited by Deloitte to verify its no-log claims. The NoSpy servers, located in CyberGhost's own data centre in Romania, provide an extra layer of security as no third party has physical access to the hardware.

The apps are well-designed and user-friendly, with smart rules that can automatically connect the VPN when joining unknown Wi-Fi networks. The Content Blocker feature removes ads and malicious content, though it is not as comprehensive as NordVPN's Threat Protection.

For UK users, CyberGhost provides a seamless streaming experience. The dedicated BBC iPlayer server consistently works, and the labelled servers for ITV Hub, Channel 4, and Sky Go remove the guesswork. With servers in London, Manchester, and Berkshire, UK speeds are more than adequate for 4K content.