ESET HOME Security vs 360 Total Security

ESET HOME Security9.0Visit 360 Total Security4.2Visit

Higher score ESET HOME Security #4 in Antivirus Software 9.0/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 2 of 3 features Visit ESET

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360 Total Security #58 in Antivirus Software 4.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 3 features Visit site

• ESET HOME Security fits best

  Households needing tiered device protection

• 360 Total Security fits best

  Free users wanting cleanup and business controls

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Side by side

Feature	ESET HOME Security 9.0/10 Visit ↗	360 Total Security 4.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.0	4.2
Ranking	#4 in Antivirus Software	#58 in Antivirus Software
Best for	Households needing tiered device protection	Free users wanting cleanup and business controls
Pricing model	Paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	—	—
Free plan	—	✓ (best)
Free trial	30 days	—
Money-back guarantee	30 days	30 days
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Desktop
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Android	Windows
Support	Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs	Email, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ESET HOME Security 2/3 · 360 Total Security 1/3
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Parental controls	✓ (best)	—
Password manager	—	—
Specs
Protection scope	Complete security	Complete security
Device limit	15 devices (best)	1 devices
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Android	Windows
Our review
Pros	Ransomware, phishing, malware and antispyware protection Premium and Ultimate add VPN, privacy and file encryption tools Supports Windows, macOS and Android with centralized management	Free Essential edition includes virus detection, cleanup, and sandboxing. Multiple security engines support malware, phishing, and ransomware protection. Business tools centralize device management, policies, and threat alerts.
Cons	There is no free plan VPN and identity protection require higher tiers A password manager is not included	Coverage is focused on Windows, Android, iOS, and Chrome extension. Premium adds Cleanup Pro but does not broaden the listed platform coverage. The suite may offer more utilities than users seeking antivirus-only protection need.
Our verdict	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 →	360 Total Security is an antivirus and PC security suite aimed at Windows users who want malware protection alongside cleanup and system utilities. Its Essential edition is free and includes virus detection, full protection,… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• 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

• 360 Total Security — where it wins

  • Free Essential edition includes virus detection, cleanup, and sandboxing.
  • Multiple security engines support malware, phishing, and ransomware protection.
  • Business tools centralize device management, policies, and threat alerts.

  Where it doesn't

  • Coverage is focused on Windows, Android, iOS, and Chrome extension.
  • Premium adds Cleanup Pro but does not broaden the listed platform coverage.
  • The suite may offer more utilities than users seeking antivirus-only protection need.

• ESET HOME Security9.0/10 · 30-day trial

  A tiered household security suite with strong protection and privacy features.

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• 360 Total Security4.2/10 · Free plan

  A broad free security suite with useful cleanup, protection, and device-management tools.

  Visit siteFull verdict →