Mo Harber-Lamond
Mo is VPN editor at Tom's Guide. Day-to-day he oversees VPN, privacy, and cybersecurity content, which includes making sure all his recommendations are up to date, accurate, and as useful for the reader as possible. He also undertakes regular testing of VPN providers, including their compatibility with streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and BBC iPlayer, along with assisting the main review team during the biannual VPN review process.
He graduated with First Class honours in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester University, and before joining the Tom's Guide team he worked for several years at a leading online writing course provider where he cut his teeth in both creative and editorial writing. Alongside working with the writing academy, he also side-hustled as a freelance proof-reader and copy-editor, with projects with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Kyle Books, and Watkins Publishing under his belt – all the while gaining notoriety (if not success) with his band in his homeland of Cornwall.
Out of hours you'll often find him wrestling with his Peugeot 205 GTi and planning grand shelving projects that rarely come to fruition. Or, more likely, re-re-re-rewatching Peep Show.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond
Best TikTok VPN: evade bans and access anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Skepticism of TikTok has reached an all-time high, and demand for TikTok VPN services is rapidly rising. Here are the ones we trust the most.
The best China VPN: working services in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A China VPN is essential for anyone traveling to the country – but not every provider works. Here are the very best VPNs for China on the market.
The best Mac VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated A VPN for Mac should be able to do it all – privacy, streaming, and speed. Here are the best Mac VPNs, including ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark.
The best cheap monthly VPN plans in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A cheap monthly VPN is the perfect way to trial out a number of VPNs without laying too much cash on the line. Here are the very best.
I compared the most expensive VPN against the cheapest – here's what I found
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
I pitted one of the most expensive VPNs, ExpressVPN vs PureVPN, one of the cheapest, to see how different their apps are.
The best VPN service in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated I've tested hundreds of the best VPN services. Here I compare the top 10, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark and more.
The best gaming VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A gaming VPN is the simplest solution to avoiding DDoS attacks and network throttling. Here are my top 5, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN and Surfshark.
The best Valorant VPN in 2024: use global servers and unblock VoIP anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Can't access all the features of Valorant in your country? Simply download the best Valorant VPN to use VoIP and stay safe from DDoS attacks.
Why are VPN companies trying to do everything now?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Privacy's back VPN companies are diversifying, and are beginning to offer much more than just a virtual private network – but is that a good thing?
How to set up a VPN on any device
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone; you name it, we've got the guide. Here, I'll walk you through how to set up a VPN on any device you own.
The Best Cheap VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN I've tested tons of cheap VPNs like Surfshark, PIA and PureVPN. Here I'm rounding up which of them offer the best value for money.
How to watch UK TV abroad: BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN UK TV offers tons of world-class content, but if you're not in the country, you won't be able to watch. Here's how to watch UK TV abroad.
Best Warzone VPN in 2024: how to get easy lobbies by avoiding SBMM
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A VPN for Warzone is the perfect tool for bagging more kills and avoiding SBMM. Here the top 5 Warzone VPNs on the market today.
Best fast VPN 2024: which provider is fastest?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated Want to know which VPN wins the speed race? I've tested dozens of providers to find the fastest VPN on the block.
The best US VPN for use in or outside the USA in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Need a VPN for the US to evade surveillance and censorship online? I've tested dozens of providers, and here I rank the very best US VPNs
Best Fire Stick VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN I've tested tons of VPNs for Fire Stick, and here I compare the very best, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark.
The best torrenting VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're sharing P2P, it's absolutely essential you protect yourself with a torrenting VPN. Here are the best five VPNs for torrenting today.
Best VPN free trial in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Try before you buy with a VPN free trial – here's my round-up of the top VPNs with free trials, refund guarantees, and freemium versions.
VPNs aren't a silver bullet – but I still use one every day
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Privacy's back Many VPNs promise the world, but they can't solve every issue online. Here, I outline exactly what they can and can't do – and explain why they're still very valuable.
Our latest VPN testing results
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Fresh results We're constantly testing the best VPNs, and here are the results of our last round of expert reviews in 2024.
Best VPN deals in April 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Don't want to pay full price for a VPN? We've rounded up the best VPN deals from the likes of NordVPN, ExpressVPN, PureVPN, Surfshark, and more.
The best free VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated Looking for a free VPN download? We've tested and ranked all the best free VPNs, including PrivadoVPN, Proton VPN, Windscribe and more.
The best streaming VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A streaming VPN can get you access to global Netflix and Amazon Prime libraries, blocked sites like BBC iPlayer, and even free coverage of huge sporting events. Here's our top 5.