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WindscribeTunnelBear
Freemium

A free tier with a monthly data allowance is available. Paid plans remove the limit.

 Freemium

Limited free plan, with paid subscriptions for full use.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Browser extension
  • Free tier with a real monthly allowance, not a trial
  • Built-in ad and tracker blocking, port forwarding and split tunnelling
  • Simple apps aimed at non-technical users
  • Free plan for trying the service
  • Canada is part of the Five Eyes intelligence arrangement
  • Free tier bandwidth is limited and server choice is restricted
  • Free plan is limited
  • Closed-source commercial service
Downloadable app, Browser extension Downloadable app, Hosted service, Browser extension
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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