As VPN editor at Tom's Guide, Mo manages the three-strong VPN team and oversees a busy weekly content schedule of VPN, privacy, and cybersecurity news, reviews, and advice. He's a daily VPN user himself – typically NordVPN or ExpressVPN – and a regular reviewer of all the leading services: you’ll find his latest recommendations in Tom’s Guide’s best VPN and best free VPN guides.
Mo is deeply committed to helping people choose the right VPN for their needs, and takes a meticulous, data-driven approach to Tom’s Guide’s testing processes to ensure that he and his team can make confident VPN recommendations that are grounded in thorough, real-world testing.
Whether he’s analyzing advanced privacy features like obfuscation and split tunneling, connection speeds across different protocols such as WireGuard and OpenVPN, or compatibility across different devices, Mo has clocked up hundreds of hours over the last half decade interrogating the claims made by leading and lesser-known VPN providers.
Outside of his role at Tom’s Guide, Mo has contributed to a number of leading tech publications on VPN and privacy issues, including TechRadar, What Hi-Fi? and T3, developing his position as a trusted voice in the field.
He graduated with First Class honours in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester University in the UK, and before joining the Tom's Guide team, worked for several years in creative and editorial writing. Alongside this, he side-hustled as a proofreader and copy editor – honing his skills in communicating complex information clearly – all the while gaining notoriety (if not success) with his band in his homeland of Cornwall.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond

The best free VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.

The best VPN in 2026: our top 5 picks
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
We've tested and reviewed dozens of VPN. On this page we've ranked the five best VPNs we've used, and delve into the details of why they're so good.

NordVPN price and plans – costs and deals in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond, George Phillips last updated
NordVPN is one of the biggest and best names in the VPN game. Here's a full breakdown of every subscription plan it offers.

I visited a VPN data center – here's what I learned
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Above all else, it was *hot*

The best Peacock VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Using a Peacock VPN can get you access to events like the Super Bowl, WWE, and classic shows anywhere in the world.

Best VPN deals in February 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Don't want to pay full price for a VPN? I've rounded up the best VPN deals from the likes of NordVPN, ExpressVPN, PureVPN, Surfshark, and more.

VPNs can get access to the Super Bowl anywhere – here are the ones I'd pick
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
If you're outside the US for Super Bowl LX, you won't be able to watch the coverage you pay for. Using a VPN changes all of that.

How to watch NBC live anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're outside the US, you might be looking for a way to watch NBC live – here's our full rundown on how to get access wherever you are.

How to pick the right VPN – a complete guide
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Everyone uses a VPN for different reasons, and there's no one-size-fits-all option. Here, I've run down what to look for, and picked some standout choices.

How to watch U.K. TV abroad: BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN U.K. 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 U.K. TV abroad.

Does VPN server count really matter?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn Almost every VPN boasts about how many servers it runs, but does it mean anything? Here we explain what really matters.

VPN server locations – which VPNs have the most and what you need to know
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPN server count is a headline figure on most providers' websites, but does it really matter? Here we explain, and show you the best options.

The best Amazon Prime VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Away from home? Stream your Prime Video catalog no matter where you are with an Amazon Prime VPN. We've narrowed down the top 5 services available.

The best gaming VPN in 2026
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 torrenting VPN in 2026
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 five best VPNs for torrenting today.

Free Netflix VPNs: are they worth downloading and which ones are good?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Free Netflix VPN services can't compete with paid VPNs, but there's at least one that's surprisingly effective.

The best Roku VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A Roku VPN can take time to set up, but once it's up and running you'll have access to tons of extra content. Here's our complete guide.

The best UAE VPN for Dubai in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn A UAE VPN for Dubai is the only way of accessing WhatsApp and censored sites in the Emirates. Here are the very best on the market.

The best Apple TV VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
With TVOS 17, Apple TVs became able to support native VPN connections. This has led to all the top VPNs bring out apps for the platform. Here, I test them all, and name the very best Apple TV VPN.

The best Mac VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
We've hand-tested dozens of VPN on Mac. Here, we've outlined our testing and ranked the 5 best Mac VPNs, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark and more.

The most private VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Picking up the most private VPN is the first step in maintaining your online anonymity. Here are the top 5 services available today.

The best cheap VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
We've tested dozens of cheap VPNs, to find out which ones offer the most bang for buck – including Surfshark, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access

The cheapest monthly VPN plans in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
A cheap monthly VPN is great for trialing a new provider, avoiding commitment, or accessing apps on vacation. Here are the very best monthly VPNs from our testing.
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