PIA VPN Review

Final Verdict

Private Internet Access (PIA) stands out as one of the best value-for-money VPNs on the market. At only $2.03 per month for a two-year plan, it’s nearly half the industry average — far cheaper than big names like NordVPN and ExpressVPN — while still delivering reliable speed, strong encryption, and privacy protection.

PIA supports unlimited devices, making it ideal for streaming, gaming, and torrenting. The only downsides are its Smart DNS tool that sometimes fails and limited access to global streaming services. Still, for the price, it’s one of the most complete VPNs you can get.

Overall Performance

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	9.0 / 10
Speed	9.7 / 10
Streaming	6.1 / 10
Privacy	9.7 / 10
Security	9.3 / 10
Server Locations	9.6 / 10
Torrenting	9.7 / 10
User Experience	9.5 / 10
Device Compatibility	9.5 / 10
Additional Features	7.7 / 10

✅ Pros

✔️ Verified no-logs policy for full privacy
✔️ Consistently fast connection speeds
✔️ One of the highest-rated VPNs for torrenting
✔️ Cheaper plans than most top-tier VPNs
✔️ Servers available in all 50 US states
✔️ Customizable encryption for advanced users

⚠️ Cons

❌ Smart DNS feature fails on some streaming apps
❌ Can’t access many international streaming services
❌ Interface has a small learning curve
❌ Dedicated IP is locked behind an extra fee

Our Verdict

PIA continues to deliver outstanding value by combining strong privacy, great performance, and deep customization options. It’s one of the few VPNs with a verified no-logs certification and the only one offering servers in every US state. Its app design lets users tailor their experience—add or hide features like port forwarding—for complete control.

While its streaming capabilities aren’t the strongest, PIA’s combination of affordability, security, and reliability makes it an excellent long-term VPN choice.

1 month $11.99 ($11.99)
6 months $45.00 ($7.50/mo)
39 months $79.17 ($2.03/mo)
Money-Back Guarantee 30 days
Free Trial 7 days (mobile only)
100% Free Plan (No)