Emsisoft Business Security vs Norton 360

Emsisoft Business Security provides centrally managed cybersecurity for business workstations, servers, and remote teams, with a focus on small and medium-sized businesses. Protection layers include web protection, a real-time dual-engine file scanner with machine-learning-supported detection, a behavior blocker, and anti-ransomware monitoring. Its ransomware defenses include signature-based, exploit, and behavior-based detection, including monitoring for ransomware-like encryption and backup deletion. The Management Console is a web console for endpoints, clients, and sites, also accessible through Android and iOS apps. The product supports Windows servers, protects file shares and connected storage, and can run from boot without a logged-in user. Automation options include a command-line scanner, email and webhook alerts, and a public monitoring API. The Business Security plan costs $1.10 a month; only active devices are charged, and volume discounts apply. It includes email and live chat support, and a 30-day trial is available. There is no free plan. Emsisoft was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Richmond, New Zealand.

Norton 360 is a security suite for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, with plans covering PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones. Listed protections include antivirus, malware, ransomware, hacking, and scam protection, alongside a VPN, password manager, and parental controls. Device allowances and cloud backup vary by plan: Standard lists three devices and 2 GB, Deluxe five and 50 GB, for Gamers three and 50 GB, Premium ten and 100 GB, and LifeLock Select Plus ten and 250 GB. Dark Web Monitoring is included, with regional availability limits, and some features are platform-limited. Mobile Security is included with Deluxe and LifeLock plans. Norton lists free tools and trials, and a 60-day money-back guarantee. The displayed starting price is $94.99/yr. Subscriptions automatically renew after the introductory term; renewal pricing may change, with advance email notice. Listed annual prices range from 94.99 USD for Standard to 189.99 USD for LifeLock Select Plus.