CarrotVPN vs Hotspot Shield
| CarrotVPN | Hotspot Shield | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | $6.99/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Verified no-logs audit | No | Yes |
| Streaming support | Yes | Yes |
| Kill switch | Yes | Yes |
| WireGuard support | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | — | $6.99/mo |
| Simultaneous devices | — | 5 devices |
| Torrent support | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best VPN Services. On Everything Xiaomi, Hotspot Shield scores higher on our published basis.