ESET Internet Security Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5

“Reliable Protection for Everyday Users”

ESET Internet Security has been my go-to for basic protection. It’s simple to install, doesn’t slow down my system, and provides solid defense against malware and other threats.

Pros : Strong security, low system impact, easy to use.

Cons : Lacks some advanced features of other security suites.

Switched from : Avast Antivirus

Reason to switch : It constantly upsells and annoys with pop-ups.

4.7/5

“Great Value for Basic Protection”

If you’re looking for solid protection without bells and whistles, ESET Internet Security is a great choice. It provides the basics at an affordable price.

Pros : Affordable, provides essential features.

Cons : Doesn’t have the same premium extras as some competitors.

Switched from : Norton Antivirus

Reason to switch : Norton bundled bloatware and sometimes aggressive marketing.

4.6/5

“Easy to Set Up and Forget”

ESET Internet Security is great for people who don’t want to constantly manage their security software. It sets up quickly and does its job in the background, but if you're an advanced user looking for deeper customization, it may not be ideal.

Pros : User-friendly setup, solid real-time protection.

Cons : No dedicated support for advanced users.

Switched from : white label Virus Protection Software

Reason to switch : No dedicated anti-phishing or parental controls. Windows Defender's detection rates are slightly lower than ESET.

4.5/5

“Great for Gamers and Power Users”

As a gamer, ESET’s silent mode and low resource usage have been fantastic. It provides top-notch protection without interrupting my gameplay, though I did miss the extra tools that come with other security software.

Pros : Lightweight on system resources, silent operation.

Cons : Limited extra features like password manager or backup.

Switched from : McAfee Total Security

Reason to switch : Heavy on system resources and McAfee’s interface feels outdated and cluttered.

4.5/5

“Great for Gamers and Power Users”

As a gamer, ESET’s silent mode and low resource usage have been fantastic. It provides top-notch protection without interrupting my gameplay, though I did miss the extra tools that come with other security software.

Pros : Lightweight on system resources, silent operation.

Cons : Limited extra features like password manager or backup.

Switched from : McAfee Total Security

Reason to switch : Heavy on system resources and McAfee’s interface feels outdated and cluttered.

4.5/5

“Solid, Yet Sometimes Overwhelming for Beginners”

While the interface is clean, I found myself overwhelmed by all the extra security features. It’s definitely suited for people who know what they’re doing.

Pros : Intuitive interface, decent firewall protection.

Cons : Advanced settings might be confusing for new users.

Switched from : Norton Antivirus

Reason to switch : Most of the time there were performance issues with Norton. Too much downtime.

4.5/5

“Solid Security, but Can Be Overkill”

ESET Internet Security is great at what it does, but for everyday users, it may feel like overkill. The full scan can take a while, and you don’t always need all of its advanced features.

Pros : Comprehensive malware protection, fast scans.

Cons : Some features are redundant for casual users.

Switched from : AVG Antivirus

Reason to switch : AVG frequently sends notifications and upsells. Also, it has limited protection features.

4.5/5

“Efficiently monitors for trojans”

Pros : Very efficiently monitor trojans

Cons : NO CONS

4.3/5

“Perfect for Multi-Device Households”

I use ESET Internet Security across several devices in my household. It works great for protecting all my gadgets, and the interface makes it easy to manage them all. Just wish the manual scans could be automated a bit more effectively for certain devices.

Pros : Can cover multiple devices on one subscription, easy to manage.

Cons : Some devices require more frequent manual scans.

Switched from : McAfee Total Security

Reason to switch : McAfee’s some features are hidden behind extra paywalls.

4.3/5

“Excellent, But Requires Regular Updates”

ESET’s real-time protection is reliable and runs smoothly in the background. However, it does require regular updates, which can interrupt your work or browsing when you’re not expecting it.

Pros : Real-time protection, cloud-assisted detection.

Cons : Needs frequent updates, which can be annoying.

Switched from : Trend Micro Antivirus + Security

Reason to switch : Trend Micro required fewer updates and kept my system running smoother.