SlickVPN Review 2024: Buyer Beware

We had high hopes for SlickVPN based on the information on its website but ended up with so many problems that we weren’t able to even test it. The website is riddled with coding errors, and the developers aren’t registered with Apple, so the VPN agent is blocked from being downloaded on a Mac or PC.

We believe that consumers need all the information to make good decisions, so we have everything we uncovered about SlickVPN below. This should help you evaluate the product yourself. We’ve also given you half a dozen suggestions on the best VPNs that are tested and proven.

SlickVPN review at a glance

Who is SlickVPN best for?

• Not recommended

SlickVPN’s website includes a lot of error codes, and when we tried to download the VPN agent, Apple blocked it as an unverified developer. SlickVPN knows it’s unverified with Apple (it would have had to submit itself to Apple for verification), so we aren’t sure why it’s still charging customers and offering macOS and Windows downloads. We definitely don't recommend trying to download this agent on Windows computers.

SlickVPN cons

SlickVPN prices and subscriptions

SlickVPN’s monthly price of $10 is pretty reasonable compared to competitors, but there are lower yearly plans out there if you want to save money on a VPN. If you want to pay month-to-month, this is a financially reasonable option. It’s also worth noting that SlickVPN doesn’t have an upcharge for various features. There’s only one tier of service with SlickVPN, so the price differences are only based on term length.

SlickVPN cost

SlickVPN features

SlickVPN doesn’t advertise most of its features on its website. Since we weren’t able to download and test the VPN agent, we can’t speak to whether the features work or if it even hides your IP address. We can, however, mention that we’ve tested and used many VPN services. Based on our research, the best ones we’ve found have no issue telling customers upfront what features are available and how they protect you.

It’s essential for a VPN to include privacy features like a kill switch, obfuscated servers, and various VPN protocols. Additional features that make a VPN worthwhile can help you navigate the internet without needing to configure it too much too often. For example, split tunneling allows you to route some traffic through one VPN tunnel and other traffic through another. This is helpful if you want to access something like your local bank but still want to watch French Netflix. If you want to watch Netflix with a VPN, having obfuscated servers is necessary.

All the features we value in a good VPN:

• Quality servers in over 100 locations
• Physical and virtual server mix
• Servers optimized for torrenting, gaming, streaming, and large data transfer
• Obfuscated servers to hide VPN usage
• No logs
• Protocol options
• Kill switch
• Split tunneling
• Additional security like ad and tracker blockers
• Headquartered outside of the Eyes Alliance countries
• 24/7 support, preferably with a live chat option
• WebRTC leak protection
• DNS leak protection
• Easy-to-use dashboard

Server count and countries

• 150 servers in 45 countries

While this isn’t the most robust list of servers a VPN could offer, SlickVPN maintains that all its servers are quality and can get you connected securely at great speeds. You don’t need to have thousands of servers available to you, but this is a low count. We weren’t able to test the effectiveness of the servers as SlickVPN was blocked from downloading onto our Mac and PC.

No-logs policy and headquarters

• Slick VPN logs policy: No logs
• SlickVPN headquarters: Florida, United States

SlickVPN claims a no-logs policy, and there’s no information in its privacy policy that would indicate otherwise. We did appreciate the section regarding children’s privacy, saying the company would delete children’s information if a parent felt their child had provided it to SlickVPN.

Since SlickVPN is located in the United States, it’s headquartered within a Five Eyes country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States). The U.S. is notorious for spying heavily on its citizens, so privacy aficionados don’t recommend VPNs located within its borders. The company is headquartered in Florida, which recently gained notoriety for its increased collection of digital data on individuals within the state.

While the no-logs policy goes a long way toward protecting users’ privacy, local laws could order SlickVPN to turn over any information stored on its servers — including billing information — to law enforcement.

Our experience with SlickVPN

Our experience with SlickVPN was brief. We had difficulty with the password we originally set up, so we had to reset it. After that was taken care of, we tried to download the VPN agent, but it was blocked. We wanted to install SlickVPN on our Macbook Pro with an M2 chip. We haven’t had difficulty installing other VPNs on this device, but Apple didn’t allow SlickVPN.

SlickVPN was stopped from installing because Apple couldn’t verify the developer. This does sometimes happen with apps that were written before Apple started giving out developer IDs. It doesn’t necessarily mean the app is bad, but anything unverified has the potential to contain malware. It’s best to not open anything you aren’t 100% sure is clean. Based on our research, we didn’t feel comfortable forcing an install.

Since Windows uses third parties for many of its core functions, there’s more opportunity for hackers. We don’t suggest trying to download the Windows agent for SlickVPN since there’s more opportunity for vulnerabilities. If you’ve already downloaded it, make sure to run your antivirus software to check for viruses or malware. When we tried testing SlickVPN on Windows, the program disrupted our internet and froze our computer; we needed to restart our PC using commands.

SlickVPN test results

We test VPNs for DNS and WebRTC leaks, which are ways that hackers can see your personal information online through the exchange of data you perform just by using the internet. We also test speed and the ability to unblock streaming services. Since we weren’t able to install SlickVPN, we weren’t able to test any of this.

It’s important to make sure your VPN isn’t leaking. A VPN works by encrypting data, so any leaks render it pretty useless. Good VPNs also allow you to browse the internet with fast speeds, watch streaming, and do a number of other things like get a dedicated IP or torrent.

SlickVPN compatibility

SlickVPN claims compatibility with various devices and operating systems. Since we weren’t able to download the agent onto our Mac or PC, we don’t guarantee that this will work on any device. We suggest making sure you have a good antivirus installed on the device where you want to install SlickVPN to ensure that no malware is being deposited onto your system.

SlickVPN’s noted compatibility:

• Windows
• Mac
• Linux
• iPhone
• iPad
• Android
• Windows Mobile
• Nokia

SlickVPN customer support

There may be better support inside the actual VPN agent, but the support offered on the site is just a form. There’s some broken code on the support page, so we aren’t sure if it’ll get to someone. Either way, the sparse support is pretty on par with our SlickVPN experience. We also never heard back when we requested a refund.

SlickVPN alternatives

Normally, we like to give some options in case the VPN we reviewed isn’t your cup of tea. However, this time we recommend that you go with another product completely. These are some of our favorites as well as being the best VPNs on the market. They have all of the features we like, and you actually can download them. Bonus!

• NordVPN: There’s so much to like about NordVPN. In addition to all the unique features, you can also bundle your VPN with NordPass (the Nord brand password manager) or NordLocker (for encrypted cloud storage). Plus, NordVPN has its own protocol built around the WireGuard technology. It’s both fast and secure and is available on a variety of operating systems. If you’re dealing with throttling by your internet service provider (ISP), slow speeds, or buffering, NordLynx can actually correct those issues to give you a seamless experience.
  
  Get NordVPN | Read NordVPN Review

• Surfshark: Surfshark has a robust all-in-one product. The VPN is powerful enough to unblock geo-restrictions on streaming services, and the antivirus is robust enough to protect you against viruses and malware, including ransomware. We love that Surfshark offers unlimited simultaneous connections, which means your entire family can be covered on every device. If you want to take it a step further, Surfshark One+ has antivirus, a VPN, and identity theft protection.
  
  Get Surfshark | Read Surfshark Review

• ExpressVPN: ExpressVPN covers a variety of streaming services like beIN Sports, Sling, DirecTV, Sky Go, Fubo, and more. It’s impressive, especially from a VPN we typically think of for tight security and proprietary features like the Lightway protocol and the Aircove router. Speaking of those two, it’s nice to know that ExpressVPN values security enough to create its own proprietary features. Lightway is a protocol that ExpressVPN built for its own use. Aircove is a router built by ExpressVPN and comes with the VPN preinstalled, so you don’t need to worry about configuring anything.
  
  Get ExpressVPN | Read ExpressVPN Review

SlickVPN FAQs

Bottom line: Is SlickVPN good?

SlickVPN isn’t good. A trustworthy VPN would be verified with the Apple store, considering it advertises compatibility with macOS and iOS. Also, reliable VPNs offer multiple forms of customer support, a working website, and a clear list of features for potential customers.

If you’re looking for one of the best VPNs, we suggest NordVPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN.

VPN
Starting price	$3.99/mo	Starts at $2.29/mo	Starts at $6.67/mo (billed annually)
Number of devices	6	Unlimited	8
Server count	6,200+ in 97 countries	3,200+ in 100 countries	105 countries + 12 U.S. states
Streaming support
Torrenting support
Learn more	See NordVPN Pricing	See Surfshark Pricing	See ExpressVPN Pricing

We also like CyberGhost and Private Internet Access (PIA). All of these offer advanced features and solid security. Whatever you decide, you should absolutely be using a VPN, especially if you use public Wi-Fi or want to access geo-restricted content.

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SlickVPN

• Pros are N/A
• Won't provide a VPN download for Mac or PC
• Won't respond to refund request
• Not testable due to product issues
• Not a verified Apple developer

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Mary James

About the Author

Mary is a seasoned cybersecurity writer with over seven years of experience. With a B.S. in Liberal Arts from Clarion University and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Point Park University, she educates audiences on scams, antivirus software, and more. Her passion lies in educating audiences on helpful ways to protect their data.