Unlocator review
A TV-focused VPN and Smart DNS bundle with Android TV and router setup options.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
Unlocator combines a VPN and Smart DNS for households that want streaming access options across smart TVs and other connected devices. Smart DNS can be configured on supported TVs, media players, and routers; Android-based TVs can run the VPN app directly. That makes it a fit for homes with a mix of TV platforms, especially where a router configuration is preferable to installing software on each screen.
The TV coverage is broader than a single native app: setup guides cover Android TV, Google TV, Samsung, LG/WebOS, Roku OS, Hisense, Sony, TCL, Panasonic, and Toshiba. Smart DNS is intended for supported streaming services on compatible devices, while VPN router setup can protect connected household devices. Hybrid mode combines VPN with Smart DNS channel access. The VPN supports WireGuard and OpenVPN, and the published device allowance is 5 simultaneous VPN devices alongside unlimited Smart DNS devices. Buyers should distinguish those two allowances when planning household use.
The Monthly Plan, Yearly Plan, and 2 Years Plan each bundle VPN and Smart DNS. A 7-day free trial and 30-day money-back guarantee provide two ways to assess the subscription. Support is available by chat and email, with 24/7 support listed. Unlocator is a sensible choice for households that value TV platform coverage, router configuration, or direct Android TV installation. It is less suitable for someone who wants a Smart DNS-only or VPN-only subscription, or who needs more than 5 simultaneous VPN connections. Smart DNS also depends on service and device compatibility, so it is not a universal TV solution.
Unlocator pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Smart DNS supports compatible TVs and media devices
- Android TV users can install the VPN app directly
- Router setup and hybrid VPN/Smart DNS mode extend household coverage
- Where it doesn't
- VPN use is limited to 5 simultaneous devices
- Smart DNS works only with supported streaming services and compatible devices
- All plans bundle VPN and Smart DNS rather than offering either separately
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