One of the most improved VPNs in our last test, StrongVPN has emerged as a very attractive wildcard alternative to the larger, more established names in the best VPN space.

This ultra-speedy provider offers VPN subscriptions exclusively to Tom's Guide readers. As a combination of price and flexibility, it is nearly unbeatable.

Also, the one-year contract means a much lower initial cost, and at $31.99 per year, it's a more realistic option than spending three times the price to secure a VPN for 36+ months; for those who want to try out a VPN or change providers every so often, this is a real bonus.

The icing on the cake is the free 250GB SugarSync Secure Cloud backup, but we note that we're told this offer will only last through the end of August. It also comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee in case it doesn't work out.

StrongVPN is a reliable and secure provider, easy to use, and effective in unblocking numerous streaming services. With a respectable 950 servers in over 30 countries worldwide, there is a good selection to choose from, and in our tests it offered some seriously quick connections so you won't be left buffering.

Plus, you also get 12 simultaneous connections so you can cover a whole load of devices, and with SugarSync thrown into the mix, it's a whole suite of security software for a great price.

And for many, what will sway opinion is the fact that StrongVPN is a great value. Its one-year plan offers great flexibility, and few can compete with this now.

However, if you're looking for one of our top-rated VPNs, we recommend ExpressVPN. At $6.67/month, it may seem pricey compared to StrongVPN, but you get what you pay for. Our top pick for a good value VPN is Surfshark, at just $2.49 per month for a two-year plan - though thanks to the longer commitment, it may not be as attractive.

For flexibility and bang for the buck, it's hard to beat StrongVPN: a year's worth of VPN coverage all for under $32? Can't say no.