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84.6K reviews
Last 30 days
Last 30 days
Avg rev. per download
84.6K reviews
Performance Insights
Competition level
Medium competitionA contested but enterable niche: six figures of monthly volume, not seven.
On the store
Released November 2012 · 157 releases since
TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi is an iOS app (Free) by TunnelBear, LLC in the mobile app category. It draws an estimated 100K downloads a month and holds a 4.7-star rating.
- Monetizes through in-app purchases ranging from $6.99 to $59.99.
- Ships new versions about one a month.
- Latest version is 4.16.0, released August 11, 2026.
- 84% of ratings are five-star.
- Available in 20 languages.
- Strongest in US, KR, GB.
- Downloads at 135.0 MB and requires iOS 13.0+.
- Rated 4+.
App details
- Version
- 4.16.0
- Release status
- Regional release
- Age rating
- 4+
- Requires
- iOS 13.0+
- Size
- 135.0 MB
- Languages
- AM, Arabic, Bengali, MY, KM, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, SW, Turkish, Ukrainian
- Price
- Free
- First seen
- November 2012
- Top markets
- US, KR, GB
- Publisher country
- Canada
- Website
- Visit website
- Support
- Visit support
Release history
157 versions tracked
- Version 4.16.0Latest
- Version 4.15.0
- Version 4.14.0
- Version 4.13.0
- Version 4.12.1
- Version 4.12.0
- Version 4.11.0
- Version 4.10.1
- Version 4.10.0
- Version 4.9.0
- Version 4.8.0
- Version 4.7.0
Ships about one a month.
In-app purchases
10 products · United States
- Giant Tunnelbear (Monthly)Monthly$9.99
- Giant (Monthly)Monthly$7.99
- Grizzly Tunnelbear (Annual)Yearly$59.99
- Unlimited data for any 5 devices (Monthly)Monthly$6.99
- Monthly - 10.99Monthly$10.99
- Grizzly (Annual)Yearly$49.99
- Monthly - 8.99Monthly$8.99
- Unlimited data for any 5 devices (Annual)Yearly$49.99
- Monthly - 11.99Monthly$11.99
- Black Friday Cyber MondayYearly$47.99
What users say
- 5.0
The new map/map colors are weird... and why it crashes?
So, been successfully and proudly using Tunnel Bear for years now, minor hiccups here and there, got used to how it works but now since the recent update of few days ago like June 19th or 18th 2019 where supposedly there are redesigned maps (..) it crashes..like I open the app, the weird color (in my opinion awful..) map appear, there's a sheep now in the middle of nowhere, I click on connect, the map turn of bright colors again, the sheep turns to a bear and everything is working smoothly. Then after a while I want to get back to the app and it simply crashes. It won't open anymore so that in order to disconnect for instance I had to literally delete it from my iPhone and install that again... Mh... why is that? Fix this annoying bug please... and maybe I get that the "visual of a no-color map" turning bright when you're connected and "dark" again when not, might be appealing but I don't personally like that :-/
Reviewed on version 3.0.1
- 1.0
This app is NOT what it seems to be!!
I would like to start by saying that I was extremely happy to come across an app like this. I truly needed something that would deliver more data when needed. At first I thought it was working because I had TB connected && seen the data was being used but I still had all my cell data. So with me still having cell data I couldn’t tell if it was working entirely or not. Now reasons why I’M UPSET with this app is because, I have no more cell data so I decided to go unlimited on TB. I spent the $10 bucks of course to have data again because (I REPEAT) I’M ALL OUT OF CELL DATA & also to give it a test run. Well the app IS NOT fulfilling what it’s promised. The connection is slow no matter where I connect to. When TB is connected my phone actually works a lot slower. With no cell data left my phone works a lot faster when TB is disconnected. I connect TB for more speed && nothing seems to load, my apps start crashing, web browser doesn’t work, & it even messes with my texts & calls. Surely WAS I NOT expecting this to happen with TB. Thought it would work great but $10 bucks wasted. Really had plans on using TB further on but now I’m cancelling my renewal A.S.A.P when I get the chance. If they can fix the app & make it work as it should, then I’ll continue being a paying customer. The way it’s looking though is a strong NO!! If I was you I would do my research before installing this app. Pay close attention to the feedback & dates. Don’t do a me & jump the gun cause you might get shot.
Reviewed on version 4.0.10
- 1.0
Terrible VPN, terrible support.
This VPN has never worked properly since I’d purchased it in February. The biggest issue being it doesn’t allow communication from my five iOS devices and two Mac OS devices to Google search engine. And customer service is pretty much redundant. You know, “is the app current?” or “did you turn it off and turn it back on again?” Okay, the latter is something Apple does. Be advised that TunnelBear does not refund one bloody zinc Abe’s head (US) for this alleged VPN. They politely guide you to Apple, and Apple has become the largest money grubbing, fraudulent, don’t give one half a care about their customers. So one has to fill out the “report a problem” on the Apple site. And, suspiciously, at least in my case, the “refund” portion is greyed out. And then Apple responds with brilliant links to forums, etc. Gosh, why didn’t I think of that? I asked Apple to stop jerking me around and refund my $63 and some odd cents USD. I was told it would have to be elevated to the BoD because, clearly, Apple and their crony developers need the money. EDIT: As suspected, Apple denied my refund request. As far as TunnelBear goes, I just tried opening a .PDF email attachment and after 15-20 seconds, I was greeted with the all too familiar “no connection” banner. This happens when TB is active. Turn off TB and BAM! The doc opened immediately. No sense in contacted TB no-support.
Reviewed on version 4.1.16
About TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi
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TunnelBear is a simple VPN app that helps you browse the Internet privately and securely. TunnelBear changes your IP and protects your browsing data from online threats, letting you access your favourite websites and apps worldwide.
Join over 45 million TunnelBear users who worry less about browsing on public WiFi, online tracking or blocked websites. TunnelBear is an incredibly simple app that can help you:
• Change your perceived IP address to help keep your identity private • Reduce the ability of websites, advertisers and ISPs to track your browsing • Encrypt and secure your browsing traffic on public and private Wi-Fi networks • Get around blocked websites and network censorship • Connect to a lightning-fast private network with access to more than 48 countries
Learn more about our features and the benefits of using TunnelBear today: https://www.tunnelbear.com/features
HOW TUNNELBEAR WORKS
When you use TunnelBear, your data passes through our secure and encrypted VPN servers, changing your IP address and ensuring third parties can't intercept and see what you do online. Your browsing activity and personal information is kept private from hackers, advertisers, ISPs, or prying eyes. Connect to WiFi hotspots privately and securely to keep your data safe.
Try TunnelBear for free with 2GB of browsing data every month, no credit card required. Get unlimited VPN data by purchasing one of our premium plans in the app.
TUNNELBEAR FEATURES
• One-tap to connect. So simple, even a bear could use it. • No logging policy ensures your browsing habits are private and secure. • Unlimited simultaneous connections. • Grizzly-grade security with strong AES-256 bit encryption by default. Weaker encryption isn’t even an option. • A VPN you can trust. The first consumer VPN to complete annual 3rd party, public security audits. • Bear speed +9. Use protocols like WireGuard for a fast and stable connection. • Access to over 5000 servers in 48 countries, physically located in the country you select. • Anti-censorship technologies sourced by researchers worldwide help keep your connection secure.
PRIVACY POLICY
Your browsing habits are personal and shouldn't be trusted to just anyone. TunnelBear has a strict no-logging policy and is proud to be the first VPN service in the world to be independently audited by a 3rd party.
• You can read our simple and easy-to-understand Privacy Policy here: https://www.tunnelbear.com/privacy-policy • You can read our Term of Service here: https://www.tunnelbear.com/terms-of-service
SUBSCRIPTIONS
• Subscribe on a monthly or annual basis to receive unlimited data for the duration of the subscription. • Payment will be charged at time of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Renewal Policy: https://www.tunnelbear.com/autorenew-policy
CONTACT US
Is your Bear misbehaving? Let us know: https://www.tunnelbear.com/support
ABOUT TUNNELBEAR
We think the Internet is a much better place when everyone can browse privately, and browse the same Internet as everyone else. Our award winning applications have appeared on Lifehacker, Macworld, TNW, HuffPost, CNN and The New York Times. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, TunnelBear is available everywhere.
Privacy. For everyone.
WHAT CRITICS ARE SAYING
“TunnelBear excels in trustworthiness and transparency, and it offers fast, reliable connections, easy-to-use applications on every major platform, and handy features for unstable connections.” - Wirecutter
“TunnelBear is an elegant, easy mobile VPN that keeps you safe.” - Lifehacker
“The app is bursting with charm, but it also delivers security at a good price.” - PCMag
“All you have to do is turn the switch to “ON” and you are protected.” - WSJ
“TunnelBear, the gorgeous VPN app that wants to bring online privacy to everyone.” - VentureBeat
Screenshots
6 iPhone screenshots
TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi iOS app monetises through in-app purchases. The current products and price points are listed in the in-app purchases table on this page.
TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi iOS app generates an estimated monthly revenue of $300K.
TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi iOS app download estimates are updated daily. The app maintains a 4.7-star rating based on 84.6K user reviews, indicating strong user satisfaction in the mobile app market.
TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi iOS app competes actively in the mobile app category. The app's performance metrics suggest significant growth potential in a low-competition segment.
You can download TunnelBear: Secure VPN & Wifi iOS app from the App Store for iOS devices, requiring iOS 13.0 or later. The app offers in-app purchases for enhanced functionality.
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