Here’s a detailed 2026-style review of OpenVpn, covering its strengths, weaknesses, features, performance, and whether it’s still worth your attention this year.
✅ What OVPN does well
1. Privacy-first design & transparency
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OVPN publishes regular transparency reports (e.g., for March, April and June 2025) showing uptime over 99.5 % and no logs provided to authorities. OVPN.com+2OVPN.com+2
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They operate some or all servers from RAM (no disk storage) and have a truly no-logs policy according to reviews. PCWorld+1
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Accepts anonymous payment methods (cash, Bitcoin) and optional email sign-up in some cases. PCWorld+1
2. Strong encryption/protocol support & solid performance
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According to Several.com review: uses AES-256-GCM, supports WireGuard and OpenVPN, and in lab tests speed drops were minimal with WireGuard. Several.com
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Comparitech found good speeds: “global average ~428 Mbps” in tests, though network was smaller than top players. Comparitech
3. Feature set for power users
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Supports port forwarding, multihop (for double encryption) as an option. Several.com+1
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Broad device / OS support including desktop and manual setup for routers etc. Several.com
👎 Where OVPN falls short
1. Server network size & geolocation limitations
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Comparitech: OVPN had ~118 servers in 32 locations in their tests — significantly fewer than many big-name providers. Comparitech
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PCWorld (earlier) found “limited country selection” and “less than 100 servers” in initial tests; that means fewer choices and possibly more congestion. PCWorld
2. Price / value trade-offs
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PCWorld: Although many privacy-friendly features, cost was “on the expensive side”. PCWorld
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Some reviewers say that for streaming/torrenting heavy use the smaller network and fewer servers can lead to slower speeds or blocked content in some regions. vpnAlert+1
3. Mixed user feedback on support & streaming/torrents
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On Reddit, multiple users report issues with streaming, reliability, support response times:
“I signed up for a year with OVPN and it’s been a frustrating experience… constant connectivity issues…” Reddit
“Steer clear of OVPN… support was painfully slow…” Reddit -
Some streaming services limited (per several sites) and multihop may be “paid add-on”. Comparitech
🔍 Deep dive — Features & practical experience
Server network & device support
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Device support: Windows, macOS, Linux (Ubuntu/openSUSE/Fedora), Android, iOS. According to Several.com, “compatible with various platforms… facilitates seamless integration”. Several.com
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Server/Location: As above — mid-sized network. Ownership of own servers (not rented) is a plus for privacy. vpnAlert
Security, protocols & privacy
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Encryption: AES-256-GCM; protocols: WireGuard, OpenVPN. Several.com+1
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Kill-switch, DNS-leak protection, etc included in many reviews. Several.com
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Logging: They claim zero logs. The transparency reports list requests received and none provided data. OVPN.com+1
Streaming & torrenting
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Streaming: Several.com says “the VPN enables access to various streaming services, including Netflix (USA, Germany, Sweden), Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+”. Several.com
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Torrenting / P2P: Allowed on many servers; port forwarding supported. But smaller network may impact speeds/peer availability.
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Note: Some reviewers said only limited Netflix libraries supported, and no guarantee of full region coverage. Comparitech
Speed tests & real-world use
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Comparitech test: average “Global: 428 Mbps, North America: 457 Mbps, Asia: 423 Mbps” on unspecified baseline. Comparitech
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PCWorld earlier (older version) found very low speeds in some tests (less than 12 % of base) though that was an older version of the service. PCWorld
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So current version appears much improved, but results still vary by region and server.
Pricing & plans
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Several.com review: “Fair prices” was listed as pro. Comparitech
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PCWorld (older) example: monthly ~$4.99 with annual purchase (~$60/year) in one review. PCWorld
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No free trial (in many reviews) though sometimes money-back guarantee exists. vpnAlert
🎯 Who OVPN is good for – and who it isn’t
Good for:
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Users who prioritize strong privacy and independent control of servers, not just “biggest network” or “lowest price”. If you care about ownership of servers, RAM-only servers, minimal logging, then OVPN is a strong pick.
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Technically capable users or those comfortable choosing servers wisely and not expecting ultra-flexible global coverage.
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Users who value paying anonymously, optional email, cash/Bitcoin payment, and no compromise on logging.
Less good for:
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Users who need maximum server choice worldwide, ultra-low latency gaming across many regions, or many choices for streaming region access.
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Users who expect plug-and-play ease with abundant server options and support for every streaming service in every location.
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Users with budget constraints who want the cheapest option possible—OVPN may cost more for the same feature set as larger services with more servers.
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Users in heavily censored countries or needing obfuscation/stealth features at scale: OVPN is privacy-strong but network scale is smaller, and some reviewers say it doesn’t work in China. Comparitech
📝 Final verdict
In 2026, OVPN remains a very strong contender in the privacy-focused VPN segment. It ticks many of the key boxes: ownership of servers, no-logs policy, strong protocols, transparency, and good speeds in many scenarios.
However, it’s not perfect. The limited server network compared to major providers, higher cost for some users, and mixed user feedback on support/streaming reduce its universal appeal. If your top priority is privacy and you’re comfortable with a more “boutique” service, OVPN is a smart choice. If your priority is ultra-high flexibility, server spread, gaming/streaming everywhere, or lowest cost, you may find a larger provider better suited.
My verdict: OVPN = “Excellent for privacy-first users” in 2026 — but not the best fit if your focus is on extensive streaming, global gaming, or budget-only.