Mullvad VPN Review 2026

Score Breakdown

Pros & Cons

Speed Performance

Mullvad VPN delivered 490 Mbps download and 360 Mbps upload on our 1 Gbps test line. Latency averaged 19ms to the nearest server — acceptable for most use cases. We ran tests at peak hours (6–9 PM local) and off-peak (2–4 AM) and found consistent results across both windows, suggesting the provider manages server load effectively.

Streaming Performance

We tested Mullvad VPN against the major streaming platforms from UK and US servers. Here is what we found:

Security

Mullvad VPN supports WireGuard, OpenVPN. The kill switch disconnects all traffic if the VPN tunnel drops — we tested this by pulling the network cable mid-session and confirmed no data leaked. DNS leak protection is active by default. We verified using ipleak.net — all DNS queries resolved through the VPN's servers, not our ISP.

Privacy & Logging Policy

The provider is based in Sweden and claims a strict no-logs policy. Cure53 independent audits (multiple rounds). The privacy policy does not retain connection timestamps, IP addresses, or session duration. Users in high-surveillance jurisdictions should be aware of the local legal environment.

Windows App & Platforms

Mullvad VPN provides a native Windows app compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11. Installation takes under three minutes. The interface is clean — connect with one click, or browse the server list by country. Split tunneling, kill switch, and protocol selection are all accessible without hunting through settings menus.

Additional platforms: macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, browser extensions, and select router firmware.

Pricing

Verdict

Mullvad VPN earns rank #9 in our 2026 Windows VPN rankings. It excels at no email required to sign up but falls short on no streaming focus.

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