Head-to-head · Free VPN Services
Planet VPN vs TunnelBear
Planet VPN leads on 0 checks, TunnelBear on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scorePlanet VPN · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresPlanet VPN · 1 of 1
Planet VPN scores higher on our rubric for free vpn services: 8.8 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.
Planet VPN is the better fit for users seeking unlimited free data and 10 devices. TunnelBear is the better fit for audited VPN with obfuscation.
- Planet VPN fits best
Users seeking unlimited free data and 10 devices
- TunnelBear fits best
Audited VPN with obfuscation
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Side by side
| Feature | Planet VPN 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | TunnelBear 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #4 in Free VPN Services | #8 in Free VPN Services |
| Best for | Users seeking unlimited free data and 10 devices | Audited VPN with obfuscation |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | €1.99/user/mo | $3.33/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome extension, Linux |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Docs |
| Compliance | GDPR | 2FA |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Planet VPN 1/1 · TunnelBear 0/1 | ||
| Ads on free plan | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Free data allowance | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Free server choice | Limited | Not checked yet |
| Free speed policy | Unlimited | Not checked yet |
| Logging policy | No logs | Not checked yet |
| Free device limit | 10 devices | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Planet VPN encrypts internet traffic and changes the apparent IP location, with a free tier aimed at people who want VPN access without a registration step or usage limit. The free plan covers five countries and six locations, with no… Read the review → |
TunnelBear is a freemium VPN service for consumers and teams that encrypts device traffic and routes connections through VPN locations in different countries. It suits users who want a limited free option, paid unlimited browsing, country… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Planet VPN — where it wins
- Free plan has no traffic, bandwidth or time limits and requires no registration
- Includes kill switch, split tunneling and access to six free locations
- Premium supports up to 10 devices across desktop, mobile and browser platforms
Where it doesn't
- Free access is limited to six locations
- The free plan includes ads
- Premium’s lowest advertised monthly rate requires a 48-month subscription
TunnelBear — where it wins
- Independent annual security audits
- GhostBear obfuscation for restrictive networks
- WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2 support
Where it doesn't
- Free plan is limited to 2 GB of secure browsing
- Streaming support is explicitly unsupported
- Teams pricing is charged per user monthly
- Planet VPN8.8/10 · Free plan
Planet VPN offers unlimited free access, with more locations and features in Premium.
Visit Planet VPNFull verdict → - TunnelBear8.4/10 · Free plan
A well-audited VPN with obfuscation and a useful free tier, but no streaming support.
Visit TunnelBearFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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