ESET HOME Security vs McAfee Total Protection
ESET HOME Security
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McAfee Total Protection
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| Figure | ESET HOME Security | McAfee Total Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 5 |
| Spec score · Antivirus software | 8.9 (#12) | 7.8 (#55) |
| Spec score · Antivirus for Mac | 8.6 (#8) | 7.4 (#18) |
| Device limit | 15 | Unlimited-device plans are limited to household devices owned for personal, non-commercial use and are subject to a fair use policy. |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Password manager | No | The password manager can store, autofill, and generate complex passwords accessible on PC and mobile devices with one account. |
| Protection scope | complete security | complete security |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Support | ESET lists technical support and troubleshooting resources for home customers. | The product page says free customer support is available by phone, chat, or online. |
| Supported platforms | The download page offers installers for Windows, macOS, and Android, and the protection plans page lists iOS features including VPN and ESET HOME management. | Windows,macOS,iOS,Android |
| Threat protection | The plans provide real-time protection against malware, ransomware, viruses, and phishing. | The product provides online and offline protection against viruses and other threats, including ransomware. |
Plans
ESET HOME Security
- EssentialPrice not published
- PremiumPrice not published
- UltimatePrice not published
- ESET HOME Security Essential$59.99 a year
- ESET HOME Security Premium$79.99 a year
- ESET HOME Security UltimatePrice not published
McAfee Total Protection
- Total ProtectionPrice not published
- Total ProtectionPriced on request
- AdvancedPrice not published
- EssentialPrice not published
- PremiumPrice not published
In their own words
ESET HOME Security
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.
McAfee Total Protection
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