The best VPN router for your home in 2025The best VPN router for your home in 2025
Enjoy the benefits of a VPN on every device connected to your Wi-Fi network—with no device limits!
- Protect unlimited devices on a single subscription
- Online privacy for the entire household
- Secure devices that can’t install a VPN
- Protect unlimited devices on a single subscription
- Online privacy for the entire household
- Secure devices that can’t install a VPN
What is a VPN router?
A VPN router is any router that has a VPN installed on it. ExpressVPN software on your router can provide full VPN benefits to all devices connected to the router, including encryption and location changes, protecting your whole home.
While standard-issue routers will allow you to download ExpressVPN manually, you’ll find greater ease of use with Aircove, our powerful router that comes with ExpressVPN built-in. All you need is an ExpressVPN subscription, and you’re good to go.
What does a VPN router do?
A VPN router gives you the privacy, security, and location-changing benefits of a VPN right on your Wi-Fi router. This means all the devices in your home get to use a VPN—no apps needed.
IP and location changes. Your devices get a different IP address, concealing your real IP. This also lets you appear to be in a location of your choice.
Strong encryption. All your online traffic is encrypted, so third parties like your internet service provider aren't able to see what you’re doing online.
Protects all devices. A major advantage of having a VPN router is extending the benefits of a VPN to devices that can't normally install a VPN, such as smart doorbells.
Meet Aircove: Our range of VPN routers
ExpressVPN's industry-first Wi-Fi 6 routers come with built-in VPN protection by default. You'll enjoy ExpressVPN security right out of the box, wherever you are.
Why use a VPN router
Get 24/7 VPN protection
Save time with always-on protection. With a VPN router like ExpressVPN Aircove, you'll never have to remember to connect. Any device connected to your home's Wi-Fi is protected, and our Network Lock kill switch ensures security even if your VPN connection drops.
Protect your entire household
Get the benefits of a VPN on any connected home device, even ones that can’t normally run VPN software like smart TVs and gaming consoles. Access all the streaming services and social media that you want with greater privacy. When your friends and family visit your home, they‘ll be protected, too.
Connect on unlimited devices
Your VPN router counts as one out of the eight devices that you can connect to ExpressVPN simultaneously on a single subscription, and there’s no limit to the number of devices connected to the VPN router!
Enjoy fast connection speeds
Lightway, our next-generation VPN protocol, gives you a faster, more reliable, and more secure VPN experience on your router.
Easy to control
Say goodbye to confusing settings—just click to connect. Want certain devices excluded from the VPN? No problem. Our Device Groups feature gives you complete control.
How to choose a
VPN router
Here are four things to consider when choosing a VPN router:
1. VPN compatibility. If you are buying a new router and plan to install VPN software on it, you must choose a router that’s compatible with your VPN of choice.
2. Ease of setup. You can buy a router and manually set it up, or you can purchase a router that comes pre-configured with a VPN to avoid the hassle of setting it up yourself. We designed ExpressVPN Aircove to be easy to use right out of the box.
3. Speed and bands. The newer your Wi-Fi technology, the more powerful its speeds and coverage. Newer routers also offer dual bands of 2.4 Ghz and 5 Ghz, giving you more flexibility.
4. VPN features. If you’re buying a router with VPN preinstalled, look at the VPN service’s features. With Aircove, the software includes ad blocking, parental controls, and the ability to connect to multiple locations on one router. You’ll also get the strong encryption and high-quality customer support that ExpressVPN is known for.
People love Aircove
"Aircove is the easiest way to add VPN service to your Wi-Fi network, full stop."
- Gizmodo
"...Excellent option if you have lots of devices because you can connect any number of devices to the VPN at once."
- CNET
"If you’re concerned about privacy for your home devices, it’s a no-brainer type purchase."
- 9to5Mac
"Setup is exceptionally easy, you're ready to go in a few minutes, and it's good value, too."
"Now I don't have to worry about giving up my own personal security for my family's."
- Stephan, an Aircove user
"The ExpressVPN Aircove is our top pick based on the router's speed, ease of setup, and security."
- ZDNET
"Its stable performance and ease of use is unrivalled."
"Plug and play is really the right word."
- Devon, an Aircove user
"Unparalleled ease of use compared to other VPN-enabled routers."
"A new breed of VPN router. ... I could imagine it being a fan favorite."
"ExpressVPN Aircove is an easy solution that does the job well."
- Forbes
"If you are looking for a great router that protects every device you connect, the Aircove is a ridiculously user-friendly option."
"With the changes in the security environment and moving on from L2TP, it made sense to upgrade the router and just buy the Aircove."
- Andrew, an Aircove user
Setup guides for compatible routers
You can install ExpressVPN firmware on compatible router models or configure ExpressVPN manually. However, for the best VPN router experience with 24/7 support, we recommend ExpressVPN Aircove.
Install ExpressVPN firmware
If you ever run into trouble with VPN router setup, you can contact ExpressVPN Support anytime.
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