Head-to-head · Antivirus Software
Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security vs ESET HOME Security
Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security leads on 1 check, ESET HOME Security on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security · 9.3/10
- Free trialonly ESET HOME Security
- Most featuresESET HOME Security · 2 of 3
Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security scores higher on our rubric for antivirus software: 9.3 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security leads on device limit: 100 devices versus 15 devices.
Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security is the better fit for small businesses with advanced endpoint needs. ESET HOME Security is the better fit for households needing tiered device protection.
- Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security fits best
Small businesses with advanced endpoint needs
- ESET HOME Security fits best
Households needing tiered device protection
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Side by side
| Feature | Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | ESET HOME Security 9.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 9.0 |
| Ranking | #2 in Antivirus Software | #4 in Antivirus Software |
| Best for | Small businesses with advanced endpoint needs | Households needing tiered device protection |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Not checked yet | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux | Web, Windows, macOS, Android |
| Support | Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security 1/3 · ESET HOME Security 2/3 | ||
| Ransomware protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parental controls | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Password manager | Not checked yet | — |
| Specs | ||
| Protection scope | Complete security | Complete security |
| Device limit | 100 devices (best) | 15 devices |
| Supported platforms | Windows, Linux, macOS | Windows, macOS, Android |
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| Our verdict | Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security is an endpoint security product for small businesses managing laptops, desktops, and file servers. It combines antimalware protection with advanced anti-exploit controls, fileless attack… Read the review → |
ESET HOME Security is a paid subscription suite for individuals and families that need antivirus protection across household devices. Its tiers cover Windows, macOS and Android, while the ESET HOME web portal and mobile app provide device… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security — where it wins
- Advanced anti-exploit and fileless attack defense
- Ransomware mitigation with tamper-proof file backups
- Centralized management across Windows, Linux, and macOS
Where it doesn't
- Paid subscription required; there is no free plan
- Online purchase supports deployments from 1 to 100 devices
- Focused on endpoint security rather than a general-purpose IT suite
ESET HOME Security — where it wins
- Ransomware, phishing, malware and antispyware protection
- Premium and Ultimate add VPN, privacy and file encryption tools
- Supports Windows, macOS and Android with centralized management
Where it doesn't
- There is no free plan
- VPN and identity protection require higher tiers
- A password manager is not included
- Bitdefender GravityZone Small Business Security9.3/10 · Paid
A paid endpoint security suite for small businesses needing layered protection and central control.
Visit BitdefenderFull verdict → - ESET HOME Security9.0/10 · 30-day trial
A tiered household security suite with strong protection and privacy features.
Visit ESETFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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