ESET HOME Security vs ESET PROTECT Entry

ESET HOME Security is a paid set of home-security subscriptions for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS coverage, with functionality varying by operating system. Essential, Premium, and Ultimate plans provide real-time protection against malware, ransomware, viruses, phishing, and emerging threats, plus secured browser mode, a privacy extension, firewall, and Wi-Fi protections. Parental controls are included, while a password manager is not. Premium adds unlimited VPN traffic and encryption for sensitive files, with VPN access covering up to 40 countries. Ultimate adds router VPN support and identity features including dark-web scanning, credit-report monitoring, and identity recovery services. ESET describes recovery help from US-based Certified Protection Experts as available 24/7 with $1M insurance. The ESET HOME portal and mobile app manage installations across devices. A free 30-day trial requires no credit card, but there is no free plan. Essential is $59.99 a year and Premium $79.99 a year; Ultimate has no displayed price.

ESET PROTECT Entry is a paid business endpoint protection tier that combines Modern Endpoint Protection and Server Security. Its listed controls include next-generation antivirus, firewall, web control and device control, alongside ransomware protection. Supported systems include Windows, macOS and Linux computers, Android and iOS/iPadOS mobile devices, and Windows and Linux file servers; functionality varies by operating system and version. Remote management can be deployed through a cloud-based or on-premises setup. ESET lists integrations such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Azure, Palo Alto Networks Firewall and Google Cloud Platform. The company says endpoint monitoring and automated evidence collection can support requirements including NIS2, DORA, GDPR and ISO 27001, and that all products include technical support in the customer’s language. There is no free plan. A 30-day business trial is listed, but the instant online trial is for ESET PROTECT Core, for up to 25 seats; an assisted trial can cover any subscription plan. Entry pricing depends on device count and is not displayed, and online buyers select a device quantity. The product page points visitors to a new ESET PROTECT plan.