Top 5 VPNs for Streaming in 2026

Use this 2026 ranking to compare VPNs that list streaming support and apps for Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV. We order them by country count, so you can see which providers list the broadest range of locations before choosing one for your screens.

How we ranked VPNs for streaming

Every pick here lists streaming services and apps for Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV. We ranked eligible providers by the number of countries they list: broader country coverage gives you more location choices, though it does not guarantee access to a particular show or streaming catalogue. We also call out protocols, device limits, support and relevant extras so you can compare practical fit. We rank on listed specs and features rather than lab streaming tests, so this page makes no claims about measured speed or which services a VPN can unblock.

1. NordVPN

NordVPN takes the top spot with 150 countries, the highest count among the five picks. Its apps cover Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV, and NordVPN lists streaming support. It also offers NordLynx alongside OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec, giving you several protocol options. With 7,200 servers listed, this is a strong all-round choice if you want broad location coverage and apps for different TVs.

• Strengths: 150 countries; 10 simultaneous devices; support lists streaming; apps for all three TV platforms; 24/7 live chat and email support; kill switch, split tunnelling and obfuscated servers.
• Strengths: NordVPN lists an independent no-logs audit, RAM-only servers and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

• Drawbacks: No ad or tracker blocker or malware protection is listed. There is no free version or free trial, and the 10-device limit may matter if you share the account across many screens.

Choose NordVPN if country count is your main deciding factor and you want the widest listed coverage in this ranking. Its TV apps and protocol options make it a sensible first option for a home with more than one type of streaming device.

2. Proton VPN Plus

Proton VPN Plus lists 149 countries, just one fewer than the top-ranked option, and has the largest listed server count here at 20,000. It supports streaming and offers Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV apps. WireGuard and OpenVPN are available alongside Proton’s own protocol. The plan also includes an ad and tracker blocker and malware protection, which make it a useful pick if you want extra browsing protections alongside location choice.

• Strengths: 149 countries and 20,000 servers listed; 10 simultaneous devices; free version available; ad and tracker blocking plus malware protection; independent no-logs audit listed.
• Strengths: Multi-hop, split tunnelling, obfuscated servers and port forwarding are included in the feature list. Live chat, email and a knowledge base are available.

• Drawbacks: Proton lists no RAM-only servers, and no dedicated IP option or 24/7 support is specified. It has no free trial, though a 30-day money-back guarantee is listed.

Pick Proton if you want nearly the broadest country coverage in this group and value the included blocking features. Its free version is also worth distinguishing from the Plus plan: check which features and locations apply to the version you plan to use.

3. ExpressVPN Basic

ExpressVPN lists 113 countries and streaming support, with apps for Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV. Its protocol range includes WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2/IPsec and Lightway. The provider lists RAM-only servers, an independent no-logs audit, an ad and tracker blocker, malware protection and a 24/7 support service. Those additional protections make it a well-equipped option if you want more than country coverage alone.

• Strengths: 10 simultaneous devices; four listed protocol choices; RAM-only servers; kill switch, split tunnelling and obfuscated servers; ad and tracker blocking and malware protection.
• Strengths: Streaming support, all three TV apps, a 30-day money-back guarantee and a three-day trial are listed. Dedicated IP is available as an option.

• Drawbacks: Its 113-country count is below NordVPN and Proton VPN. The listing does not specify a server count, and there is no free version.

Choose ExpressVPN if you care about protocol choice and the listed security extras as well as TV compatibility. Its country coverage is still substantial, but the ranking places it third because the two services above list more countries.

4. Namecheap FastVPN

Namecheap FastVPN lists 112 countries and 2,700 servers, along with streaming support and apps for Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV. It supports WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec. The standout practical point is its unlimited simultaneous-device allowance, which can suit a household with several phones, computers and TVs. Namecheap also lists a 30-day trial, a longer trial period than the other picks that specify one.

• Strengths: Unlimited simultaneous devices; 112 countries; apps for all three TV platforms; WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec; 24/7 support listed.
• Strengths: Kill switch, obfuscated servers and split tunnelling are included. A no-logs policy, 30-day trial and 30-day money-back guarantee are listed.

• Drawbacks: Its country count is one below ExpressVPN, and the 2,700-server count is lower than the counts listed for NordVPN, Proton VPN and CyberGhost. No ad blocker, malware protection or independent no-logs audit is listed.

Namecheap FastVPN suits you if you need to connect many devices and want a lengthy trial to assess the service with your own setup. The unlimited-device allowance is its clearest differentiator in this ranking.

5. CyberGhost VPN

CyberGhost lists streaming support, all three TV apps and 100 countries. Its 9,600 listed servers are the second-highest count in this ranking, but country coverage is the ranking criterion, which puts it fifth. You get WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec, plus an ad and tracker blocker and malware protection. CyberGhost also lists a seven-day trial and a 45-day money-back guarantee.

• Strengths: 9,600 servers listed; streaming support and Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV apps; ad and tracker blocking and malware protection; RAM-only servers and an independent no-logs audit.
• Strengths: Seven-day trial, 45-day money-back guarantee, 24/7 support, dedicated IP option and a kill switch are listed.

• Drawbacks: Its 100-country count is the lowest among the five. The plan supports seven simultaneous devices, fewer than the 10-device allowances listed by NordVPN, Proton VPN and ExpressVPN.

Choose CyberGhost if you value its listed server count and extra protections more than having the maximum number of countries. It is also worth considering if you want a trial period and a longer money-back window to evaluate the apps on your own TVs.

Why Surfshark and PureVPN missed the list

Surfshark lists all three TV apps and streaming support, but its 100 countries match CyberGhost’s count while its listed server count is lower at 4,500. PureVPN also qualifies on TV apps and streaming, but lists 65 countries, well below every ranked pick.

How to choose a streaming VPN

Start by checking that the VPN has an app for the device you actually use. All five picks list Android TV, Fire TV and Apple TV support, but you should still confirm how the app works with your specific setup. If you watch through a router instead, NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Namecheap FastVPN and CyberGhost list router support; Proton VPN’s platform list does not.

Next, decide whether country coverage or household capacity matters more. NordVPN and Proton VPN lead on country count, while Namecheap FastVPN is the only pick here with unlimited simultaneous devices. Keep in mind that a larger country count does not promise access to a given streaming service or catalogue. Services can change their access rules, so check the VPN’s current support information before committing.

Finally, compare the extras you will use. Proton VPN, ExpressVPN and CyberGhost list ad or tracker blocking and malware protection, while NordVPN’s strengths include RAM-only servers and an independent no-logs audit. Trials and refund periods also differ. In 2026, choose by matching those listed features to your devices and priorities rather than assuming a VPN will deliver a particular streaming result.