ESET HOME Security vs Microsoft Defender for Business
ESET HOME Security
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| Figure | ESET HOME Security | Microsoft Defender for Business |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $0.25/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Spec score · Antivirus software | 8.9 (#12) | 9.0 (#10) |
| Spec score · Antivirus for Mac | 8.6 (#8) | 8.4 (#9) |
| Device limit | 15 | 5 |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Protection scope | complete security | complete security |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Support | ESET lists technical support and troubleshooting resources for home customers. | Microsoft's Defender for Business documentation provides a guide for getting help or contacting support. |
| 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 |
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
Microsoft Defender for Business
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3 a month
- Microsoft Entra Internet Access$5 a month
- Microsoft Entra Suite$12 a month
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3 a year
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.
Microsoft Defender for Business
Microsoft Defender for Business has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.