ESET HOME Security vs Kaspersky Plus Internet Security

ESET HOME Security9.0Visit KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security8.8Visit

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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KP Kaspersky Plus Internet Security #6 in Antivirus Software 8.8/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Kaspersky

• ESET HOME Security fits best

  Households needing tiered device protection

• Kaspersky Plus Internet Security fits best

  Single-device users wanting a full security suite

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Side by side

Feature	ESET HOME Security 9.0/10 Visit ↗	KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.0	8.8
Ranking	#4 in Antivirus Software	#6 in Antivirus Software
Best for	Households needing tiered device protection	Single-device users wanting a full security suite
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	—	30-day trial
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	30 days	30 days
Free trial length	30 days · no card needed	30 days
Money-back guarantee	30 days	30 days
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs	Phone, Tickets, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business
Features ESET HOME Security 2/3 · Kaspersky Plus Internet Security 3/3
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Parental controls	✓	✓
Password manager	—	✓ (best)
Specs
Protection scope	Complete security	Complete security
Device limit	15 devices (best)	10 devices
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
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	Covers antivirus, ransomware, firewall, phishing, and payment threats Includes unlimited VPN, password manager, and data-leak checking Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Cons	There is no free plan VPN and identity protection require higher tiers A password manager is not included	The listed Kaspersky Plus plan covers one device There is no free plan Pricing varies by region and includes an introductory offer structure
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 Plus Internet Security is a paid subscription antivirus product for individuals and families who want more than malware detection on a single device. Its security coverage includes real-time antivirus, anti-malware,… 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 Plus Internet Security — where it wins

  • Covers antivirus, ransomware, firewall, phishing, and payment threats
  • Includes unlimited VPN, password manager, and data-leak checking
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

  Where it doesn't

  • The listed Kaspersky Plus plan covers one device
  • There is no free plan
  • Pricing varies by region and includes an introductory offer structure

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

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

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• KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security8.8/10 · 30-day trial

  A broad security suite for one device, with VPN and password management included.

  Visit KasperskyFull verdict →