BoxPN offers moderate network coverage, with 8 servers in Asia and Oceania, 61 in Europe and Antarctica, and 31 across North and South America. The service provides some locations with torrent-optimized servers, supports unlimited data transfer, up to three simultaneous connections, and features a multi-protocol, cross-platform client.
Features
BoxPN is operated by Edelino Commerce Ltd., a Seychelles-based IT company known for VPN products like Anonie VPN, Froot VPN, and VPNTunnel.
Much like its sibling products, BoxPN provides native applications for Windows, Android, and iOS, and allows manual configuration for routers, macOS, Chromebook, Xubuntu, KDE Plasma, Raspberry Pi, and Ubuntu. The user interface is intuitive, offering easy access to network diagnostics, OpenVPN configuration file generators, FAQs, ticket-based support, downloads, and account details.
The installation and setup process on Windows was straightforward, with one minor inconvenience — the client would not connect until I verified my email, despite the payment being processed. The desktop client offers a basic interface, with a server list, favorites, protocol selection, IP indicator, and minimal settings, making it suitable for beginners.
BoxPN’s FAQs are categorized by protocol and operating system, while customer support is limited to a ticketing system—something unexpected at a price point of $10 per month.
Advanced Features
BoxPN’s VPN client lacks advanced features. While users can switch between protocols, ports, and servers, the additional features are limited to auto-start and identity masking.
On a positive note, BoxPN does offer P2P-optimized servers and dedicated servers for BBC iPlayer, though, in my tests, the latter failed to work. Additionally, the allowance of only three simultaneous connections seems limited, especially considering the subscription cost.
Pricing
BoxPN’s pricing structure leaves much to be desired. With no free trial, the monthly subscription comes in at a relatively high $9.99 per month. The three-month plan is similarly expensive at $19.98, making the annual subscription at $39.96 the only reasonably priced option.
All paid plans offer the same features: multiple protocol support (OpenVPN, PPTP, SSTP, L2TP), 256-bit encryption, a no-logs policy, up to three simultaneous connections per account, unlimited bandwidth, and torrenting support.
To compensate for the lack of a free trial, BoxPN offers a 7-day money-back guarantee. However, this is not as straightforward as it sounds. The refund policy requires users to have “reasonable expectations” of the service, and refunds—whether full, partial, or none—are granted at the company’s discretion. The inclusion of a “no extra charges” policy raises questions, as it is unclear why this would need to be mentioned unless there was a risk of unexpected fees.
Users can pay via PayPal, Bitcoin, Global Payments, or Perfect Money. However, it’s worth noting that the checkout page lists features that do not align with BoxPN’s actual offerings. For example, while the network page shows around 100 servers, the checkout page claims 800+. Similarly, BoxPN supports three simultaneous connections, but the checkout page lists five. This discrepancy suggests the checkout page may not have been updated for BoxPN specifically.
Performance
During my tests, BoxPN successfully prevented DNS, WebRTC, and IPv6 leaks. However, speed performance left much to be desired.
My initial speeds were already impacted by ISP throttling, but BoxPN reduced my download speeds by two to three times, making it unsuitable for gaming or streaming. Below is a result from a quick connection to a US server:
Speed Test Result:
Initial speed: [Your base speed]
After connecting to BoxPN: [Speed post-connection]
While BoxPN offers a simple, easy-to-use platform with basic functionality, it falls short in several key areas, including advanced features, server performance, and value for money.
The pricing, coupled with the limitations on simultaneous connections and a restrictive refund policy, makes it a less competitive option in the VPN market. Advanced users may find BoxPN lacking, while novice users may appreciate its straightforward design. However, better alternatives are available at a similar or lower price.
UK Server:
Australian Server:
BoxPN is from the same company as Anonine, which I reviewed recently. Both had issues streaming BBC iPlayer:
However, BoxPN did unblock Netflix:
and HBO:
Unlike Anonine, BoxPN could not bypass the geo-block on Australia’s Channel 9:
Privacy and Security
BoxPN claims to keep no logs, but its Privacy Policy does not clarify whether they log connection details such as time, date, IP address, or bandwidth usage. While they don’t track your browsing activity, the omission of connection logs raises concerns. This is important information that a VPN provider should disclose, despite its Seychelles registration.
Additionally, I reviewed their EULA, which is only accessible once you install the software. It doesn’t mention jurisdiction but refers to “local, state, and federal laws” that you must follow while using the VPN. This wording suggests North American influence. The company logs your email, payment details, cookies, and Google Analytics data, along with information from the Contact Us form. While these logs are not illegal, they could be shared with third parties if required by law.
The provider’s Terms of Service also feature a conditional refund policy, which I find problematic due to the lack of a free trial. On the technical side, BoxPN uses 256-bit encryption with OpenVPN, which is solid. However, it lacks important features like a kill switch and firewall. Overall, BoxPN is average in terms of privacy and security.
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