I approached StelsVPN as two different products sharing one brand. Track A is personal privacy: secure public Wi-Fi, location switching and multi-device use on a shared VPN network. Track B is business network identity: a stable personal VPN server used for SaaS allowlists, remote administration or services that work better with a consistent source IP.
This distinction prevents a common mistake: buying the VIP Individual plan because it sounds more secure even when the user only needs ordinary VPN privacy. StelsVPN currently publishes a Free tier, Pro annual pricing and a VIP Individual personal-server option, alongside OpenVPN/IKEv2, up to ten active sessions, DNS/IP leak protection, a kill switch, cross-platform apps and a 700+ server / 12-country network claim.
StelsVPN visual used at the top of this two-track review.
| The split decision For most individuals, Pro is the practical paid plan. VIP Individual earns its premium only when the dedicated endpoint itself solves a measurable business or access requirement. |
Track A — personal privacy and travel
The personal use case begins with the local network. On hotel, airport, café or coworking Wi-Fi, a VPN encrypts traffic between the device and the VPN server, reducing exposure to local observers. The public IP seen by destinations changes to the VPN exit. That is useful privacy and location control, but it does not erase account logins, cookies, browser identifiers or application telemetry. A VPN is a network-layer privacy tool, not an invisibility switch.
What I would test on the personal track
- Install the client on every operating system you actually use.
- Test nearby and distant server locations during real browsing and video calls.
- Run DNS/IP leak checks after connect, reconnect and network changes.
- Enable the kill switch and deliberately interrupt the tunnel to observe fallback behavior.
- Test mobile handoff between Wi-Fi and cellular if IKEv2 is part of the workflow.
- Use the Free plan first when basic client compatibility is still unknown.
Track B — business dedicated-IP workflow
The business track starts with a different question: does the company need a stable public source IP? If a SaaS admin portal, remote desktop gateway, server firewall or partner API uses IP allowlisting, a shared VPN exit that changes over time can be inconvenient. VIP Individual provides a personal VPN server and therefore a more stable, exclusive endpoint. That can reduce friction, but it does not replace multi-factor authentication, device security or access logging.
What I would test on the business track
- Confirm the assigned server IP remains stable for the subscription period expected.
- Add the IP to a non-production SaaS or firewall allowlist and test failover behavior.
- Verify OpenVPN/IKEv2 client support on every administrative device.
- Document who controls VPN credentials and how access is revoked when a device is lost.
- Test the effect of the VPN route on remote desktop, SSH and file-transfer latency.
- Keep MFA and application-level controls enabled; dedicated IP is an extra control, not the only control.
Plan comparison: the economics of the two tracks
The live StelsVPN plan page currently shows Free at €0, Pro 12 months at €3.90/month (€46.80/year), and VIP Individual at €25.90/month (€310.80/year). The difference is large because VIP is a different infrastructure model rather than simply a feature unlock.
| Plan | Current price snapshot | What it includes | Best match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | €0 | 300 MB/day, limited countries, advertising | Compatibility test |
| Pro 12 months | €3.90/mo; €46.80/year | All countries, no stated traffic limit, up to 10 sessions | Personal privacy / travel |
| VIP Individual | €25.90/mo; €310.80/year | Personal VPN server, exclusive use, up to 10 sessions | Dedicated-IP business workflows |
Protocols, leak controls and device coverage
| Area | Published feature | How I interpret it |
|---|---|---|
| Protocols | OpenVPN and IKEv2; PPTP also mentioned | Prefer modern OpenVPN/IKEv2; PPTP is legacy |
| Leak protection | DNS/IP leak protection | Useful, but verify independently on each client |
| Kill switch | Advertised | Test tunnel interruption before relying on it |
| Sessions | Up to 10 active sessions | Good for households and small admin teams |
| Network | 700+ servers, 12 countries | Adequate if required countries are included |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and browser products | Broad client coverage; test exact versions |
Speed claims: useful context, not a personal guarantee
The site publishes high server-capacity figures, including “from 10 Gb/sec” language on Pro and “from 300 Mb/sec” on VIP Individual. Those are infrastructure-side numbers, not a promise that one customer will see those rates. Real throughput depends on the user’s ISP, distance, route quality, encryption overhead, server load and destination. I would judge performance in the applications that matter: video calls, remote desktops, uploads, browsing and file transfers.
Refund and support wording deserves a direct check
The public site currently shows multiple refund-related statements in different places, including 72-hour money-back wording on tariff cards and broader guarantee language elsewhere. The user agreement also contains its own refund provisions for prepayments. Because those statements serve different contexts, I would confirm the applicable rule for the specific order at checkout or with support rather than quote one number as universally controlling. The site also advertises 24/7 support, while the agreement notes that manager availability may vary outside working hours.
Country coverage and everyday usability
StelsVPN currently advertises more than 700 servers across 12 countries and highlights locations including the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, France, the United States, Ukraine, Poland, Bulgaria and Switzerland. A twelve-country network is not as broad as the largest consumer VPN brands, but breadth only matters when the service lacks the countries you actually need. I would choose based on the routes that matter to the household or business rather than counting flags in isolation.
Cross-platform coverage is a practical strength because the service lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and browser-related products. A ten-session allowance can cover a typical household or a small administrative team, but I would still decide whether each device needs its own app or whether a router tunnel is more appropriate. Device-level apps give finer control; router-level VPN can simplify coverage at the cost of less per-device flexibility and possible router CPU limits.
Privacy due diligence before sensitive use
For sensitive work, I would read the current privacy policy and user agreement directly rather than relying on a marketing phrase such as “anonymous” or “no logs.” The VPN provider becomes a trust point because encrypted traffic exits through its infrastructure. A complete review can verify published features and plan structure, but it cannot substitute for an independent audit of logging practices. Businesses should also document who owns the StelsVPN account, how credentials are stored, and how access is removed when staff or devices change.
| What works well | What to verify / limitations |
Free tier lowers compatibility riskLow annual Pro priceUp to 10 active sessionsOpenVPN and IKEv2 supportKill switch and DNS/IP leak protection are advertisedPersonal VPN server gives a dedicated endpoint optionCross-platform client coverage | VPN privacy does not remove account/cookie/device trackingVIP Individual is far more expensive than ProPublished bandwidth is not per-user speedCountry count is smaller than some large VPN networksRefund wording should be confirmed for the exact purchaseDedicated IP does not replace MFA or endpoint security |
Two-track conclusion
StelsVPN is easier to buy correctly once the two tracks are separated. Personal users should test Free, then choose Pro when they want ordinary shared-VPN privacy and multi-device coverage. Business users should consider VIP Individual only when a stable dedicated exit IP has a defined purpose such as allowlisting or remote administration. Confirm current countries, pricing and client support on the official StelsVPN English site before subscribing.
FAQ
How many devices can connect?
The provider currently advertises up to 10 active sessions on paid plans.
Which protocol should I prefer?
OpenVPN and IKEv2 are the modern options published by StelsVPN. PPTP is legacy and should generally not be the first choice.
Who needs VIP Individual?
Users or businesses that specifically need a personal VPN server and stable dedicated exit IP, not ordinary browsing privacy.
Does Pro have unlimited traffic?
The current tariff card states no speed or traffic limits, subject to service rules and real network conditions.
Does a VPN make account activity anonymous?
No. It changes the network path and public IP, but logged-in services, cookies and device/browser data can still identify activity.
