Summary
ExpressVPN is the smoothest premium VPN for U.S. users who value polish, raw speed, and no-fuss streaming access.
Pros
- Fastest average U.S. speeds in our lab tests
- Extremely simple apps across every major platform
- RAM-only Lightway-powered servers
- Unblocks nearly every U.S. streaming service
- 24/7 live-chat support that actually helps
Cons
- Costs more than most competitors
- Only 8 simultaneous device connections
Our full review
ExpressVPN pairs its custom Lightway protocol with an all-RAM server fleet, which means every reboot wipes the disk and no long-term data can persist. In the U.S. it posted the fastest average download speeds of any provider we tested this year, which makes it the natural pick for 4K streaming, cloud gaming, and large downloads. Apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and even routers are the most beginner-friendly in the industry. The trade-off is price — but the 30-day refund window makes it a low-risk trial.
Streaming
Netflix US, Hulu, Peacock, Prime Video, BBC iPlayer