Mo Harber-Lamond
Mo is VPN editor at Tom's Guide. Day-to-day he oversees guides on the best VPNs, 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 is also a regular contributor to TechRadar, covering VPN and privacy issues.
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 Professional Writing Academy 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.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond

Surfshark VPN Review
By Shaun Rockwood last updated
VPN In my hands-on Surfshark review, I test every aspect of the service to find out whether it's a bargain alternative to the biggest names.

The best China VPN: working services in 2025
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 India VPN 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Whether you want to stream more content, avoid surveillance, or access censored sites, an India VPN can help you out.

Did ExpressVPN just become a bargain?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
ExpressVPN is known as one of the most expensive VPNs around, but its new 2-year plan and extra features makes it a tempting buy when compared to NordVPN.

How to watch CNN live online anywhere in the world
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN CNN is a hugely popular news course, but if you're outside the US you might have trouble tuning in. Here's how to watch CNN live anywhere.

Best iPhone VPN for iOS in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Using the best iPhone VPN for iOS is the simplest way to stay protected on your Apple device. We've reviewed and ranked the five best options here.

ExpressVPN review
By Mo Harber-Lamond, Shaun Rockwood last updated
VPN In our complete ExpressVPN review, we run down this well-known VPN's features, apps and performance, and give our unbiased opinion of the service.

NordVPN launches Arm-native app for Snapdragon PCs
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
While many VPNs lag behind when it comes to supporting Snapdragon PCs, NordVPN joins the short list to offer a native application.

ExpressVPN price and plans – good value in 2025?
By Andy Sansom last updated
ExpressVPN is one of the most popular VPN choices around. Here we'll explain the pricing structure to help you find the best deal for your needs.

ExpressVPN drops its price for the first time in 15 years with new 2-year plan
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn ExpressVPN has always been one of the most expensive providers around, but this new deal offers the best value we've ever seen from Team Red.

Proton VPN has more than doubled its network size – but does it matter?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
The number of servers is often at the top of a VPN's marketing comms. When I noticed Proton VPN's server count explode, I thought I'd dig a little deeper.

ExpressVPN launches new expert features for enhanced configuration
By Catherine Hiley published
ExpressVPN is one of the best in the business, and has recently added a number of advanced features for users looking for greater customization.

How to watch 'Tokyo Ghoul' in order anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're wondering how to watch "Tokyo Ghoul" in order, here's our full guide – and we'll also show you ways to watch on Netflix anywhere.

How Opera is challenging Google by putting privacy first
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
I was lucky enough to be invited to the second instalment of Opera's Browser Days, and quizzed them on how they protect their users' privacy.

I test VPNs for a living – here's what I've learned from reviewing NordVPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
I've reviewed dozens of VPNs, and NordVPN is right up there with the very best. Here are the most interesting finding from my most recent investigation.

5 reasons why NordVPN is still the best streaming VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
We test whether every VPN we review can unblock streaming sites – and in our latest round of testing, NordVPN has kept the crown.

NordVPN review
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN In my complete NordVPN review I run down the famous provider's features, from privacy and streaming to performance and its apps.

The best UK VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Discover the best UK VPNs for privacy, streaming and speed – I've tested the best services out there and these are my 5 favorites right now.

Best Warzone VPN in 2025: 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.

I asked ChatGPT to explain VPN terms like I'm five – now I'm worried for my job
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Explaining VPNs and how they work in simple terms can be tricky, so I thought I'd see what ChatGPT had to offer. Turns out it's not bad at all...

Best Windows VPN for PC in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN We've reviewed all the best Windows 11 VPNs, and here we pull together the five best, including ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Proton VPN.

The best shows Netflix won’t let Americans watch (and how to stream them)
By Kelly Woo, Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're outside the US, you're missing out on some of Netflix's best titles. Here's how to get get access wherever you are.

The best Russia VPN 2025
By Tabitha Baker last updated
vpn With rising censorship, it's more important than ever to find the best Russia VPN to keep your browsing safe and secure. These are our top picks.
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