Using a VPN for home coverage can be technical and time-consuming. I tested one of the most popular solutions, Privacy Hero 2, and here’s how it fared.

ZDNET’s key takeaways

  • The Privacy Hero 2, a $199 router available on FlashRouters, supports NordVPN and Surfshark alongside various VPN protocols.
  • It comes with one year of access to Privacy Hero Wireguard VPN and, with a current promotion, one year of NordVPN.
  • The company should improve the build quality and be more generous with the Ethernet cable’s length.
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are excellent tools for improving online privacy and security. Most people sign up with a VPN provider and then install their accompanying native applications on their PCs, tablets, and smartphones. However, there’s another option: installing a VPN on your router. This method provides blanket coverage for any device connected to the router’s Wi-Fi, allowing you to circumvent connection number restrictions and saving you the legwork of installing a VPN app on every device you want to protect.
Also: You need a router-based VPN in 2025. Here’s why and how to set one up It’s not always a quick task, though. Many routers on the market support third-party VPNs, but you may need reasonable technical knowledge and be willing to tamper with internal settings to make everything work. Alternatively, some VPN providers offer VPN-ready hardware; one such model is the subject of this review. The Privacy Hero 2, a $199 router available on FlashRouters, supports NordVPN and Surfshark (both owned by Nord Security) alongside a range of VPN protocols. It comes with one year of access to Privacy Hero Wireguard VPN and, with a current promotion, one year of NordVPN.
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Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/vpn-ready-routers-may-be-a-smartest-way-to-connect-to-wi-fi-now-i-put-one-to-the-test/