That’s exactly what ExpressVPN thought. The company is one of the leading providers of VPN services throughout the world. ExpressVPN decided to develop and sell its hardware-based VPN router so every device on a network can use the VPN, whether it's a computer, smartphone, or even a smart TV.
The ExpressVPN Aircove uses the latest Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking standard and has a VPN function built into the router’s hardware for ease of use and blanket coverage. By combining the VPN function with the router’s hardware, every device on the network is covered. These days, the average home has up to 25 devices connected to its network, including items that are more vulnerable to hacking, such as security cameras or burglar alarms.
The new ExpressVPN Aircove router can cover homes up to 150m2 and protect an unlimited number of devices on the network, including devices that can’t have a VPN installed, such as a smart TV or a wireless speaker. Setting up the Aircove is straightforward. Users must take out an ExpressVPN subscription before using the router, which comes with an activation code that can be typed into the router’s interface to set things up. The Aircove enables a default account in almost any location worldwide. ExpressVPN has routers in 94 countries, and I was happy to see that even smaller countries, like Portugal, are covered.
The firmware of the ExpressVPN Aircove is kept up to date by the tech team at ExpressVPN and there’s also live 24/7 chat support for anyone experiencing problems with their VPN service. However, not all VPN services are created equal. ExpressVPN warns that whichever service you use, you should check that it’s appropriately audited for privacy by an outside body, such asVPN audits check to see if the VPN service keeps logs.