ESET HOME Security vs Kaspersky Antivirus

ESET HOME Security9.0Visit KAKaspersky Antivirus8.7Visit

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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KA Kaspersky Antivirus #7 in Antivirus Software 8.7/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Kaspersky

• ESET HOME Security fits best

  Households needing tiered device protection

• Kaspersky Antivirus fits best

  Users wanting Kaspersky protection with add-ons

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Side by side

Feature	ESET HOME Security 9.0/10 Visit ↗	KAKaspersky Antivirus 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.0	8.7
Ranking	#4 in Antivirus Software	#7 in Antivirus Software
Best for	Households needing tiered device protection	Users wanting Kaspersky protection with add-ons
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	—	$54.99/yr
Free plan	—	Not checked yet
Free trial	30 days	30 days
Free trial length	30 days · no card needed	30 days · card required
Money-back guarantee	30 days	30 days
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs	Community, Docs · 24/7
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business
Features ESET HOME Security 2/3 · Kaspersky Antivirus 3/3
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Parental controls	✓	✓
Password manager	—	✓ (best)
Specs
Protection scope	Complete security	Complete security
Device limit	15 devices (best)	3 devices
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux
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	Protects Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux devices Includes ransomware, phishing, payment, and network protection Premium adds unlimited VPN, Password Manager, and Safe Kids
Cons	There is no free plan VPN and identity protection require higher tiers A password manager is not included	The listed Premium plan covers three devices Premium pricing is an annual renewal price Several add-ons are reserved for higher-tier plans
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 →	Kaspersky Antivirus is a consumer security suite for individuals and families protecting computers and mobile devices. It supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux, with real-time antivirus and anti-malware protection at its core.… 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

• Kaspersky Antivirus — where it wins

  • Protects Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux devices
  • Includes ransomware, phishing, payment, and network protection
  • Premium adds unlimited VPN, Password Manager, and Safe Kids

  Where it doesn't

  • The listed Premium plan covers three devices
  • Premium pricing is an annual renewal price
  • Several add-ons are reserved for higher-tier plans

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

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

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• KAKaspersky Antivirus8.7/10 · 30-day trial

  Cross-platform Kaspersky protection with VPN, password management, and family controls on Premium.

  Visit KasperskyFull verdict →