ZenMate VPN

ZenMate is a German VPN with a permanent free plan — rare in the category — and one of the lowest prices for the premium plan. The simplicity of Chrome extension installation makes it accessible even to less technical users.

ZenMate is a German VPN service owned by TeamViewer, available as an extension for Chrome, Firefox and Opera, as well as desktop and mobile apps for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android. The free version is unusual in the category: it offers permanent access to a limited number of servers (mainly US, Romania, Hong Kong) with reduced speed and no time limit. The Premium version unlocks all servers in over 70 countries, removes speed limits and adds security features like kill switch and DNS leak protection. ZenMate uses IKEv2 and OpenVPN protocols with AES-256 encryption. The free plan is sufficient for light and occasional use, like bypassing basic geo-blocks; Premium is needed for intensive streaming, downloads and daily protected browsing. Being owned by TeamViewer, it benefits from solid technological infrastructure.

For non-technical users who want a VPN easy to install as a browser extension to protect basic browsing or bypass geo-restrictions, with the option to upgrade to Premium.

ZenMate has a permanent free plan with limited servers and reduced speed. The Premium plan starts at around $1.99 per month with a two-year subscription and unlocks all servers, full speed and advanced security features. The monthly plan is more expensive. At the two-year plan, it's among the most affordable premium VPNs available.