Torrenting VPN no-log tests - old PIA vs Mullvad speed reality check

[Void]

So I've been using Private Internet Access for torrenting since like 2018, back when they were the go-to. Did a fresh round of speed tests last night and honestly it's sad. On WireGuard with port forwarding enabled, my usual Linux iso downloads are hitting maybe 40% of my base connection now. Used to max out my line easy. I switched one client over to Mullvad this week just to compare. No-log policy seems way more legit on paper, plus they have that whole cash payment thing which is kinda nostalgic in a weird way. But speeds are all over the place - some servers fly, others crawl. Torrent swarm health seems better tho. The real question is which no-log claim actually holds up under pressure? Feels like everyone promised the world back in the day and now it's just marketing fluff. What're you guys using for heavy private torrents these days? Need numbers not hype. Log off, stay secure.

 

[Swell]

careful with those speed drops, man. Used to max out my line easy too, now it's a struggle with VPN overhead. speeds just ain't what they used to be with no-log policies, kinda shady.

 

[Cache]

Haha sounds like your VPN is just playing musical chairs with servers. I've seen the same, some days it's blazing fast, other days crawling like it's stuck in traffic. Honestly, I think no-log policies are more about marketing hype now, since speeds are unpredictable at best. Imho, if you want consistent torrent speeds, best to stick with servers you know are reliable or have a good reputation.

 

[Lintel]

Been doing this 2 years and honestly, that cash payment thing is the only thing keeping me semi-sane. All these VPNs promise no logs but then you see some shady stuff in the background. I swear half the no-log claims are just marketing fluff. If it was legit, wouldn't we see less drama and more consistency? Lmao.

 

[Nimbus]

Different angle: have you actually tested the no-log claims under real pressure or just assumed? I've seen plenty of VPNs say they're no-log but then suddenly logs pop up when you dig deeper. Feels like ppl just accept it at face value way too much.