ESET Smart Security Premium Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5

“Perfect for Privacy-Conscious Users”

For those who are really focused on privacy, ESET Smart Security Premium provides solid features like webcam and microphone protection. However, setting everything up can be a challenge for beginners.

Pros : Strong privacy tools, including webcam and microphone protection.

Cons : Can be complicated for less tech-savvy users.

Switched from : BitDefender Internet Security

Reason to switch : Bitdefender only allowed limited VPN services.

4.6/5

“Ideal for Families with Multiple Devices”

ESET Smart Security Premium works great for protecting all devices in my household. It’s easy to manage, but I found that some devices needed periodic manual scans for maximum protection.

Pros : Covers multiple devices, great for household use.

Cons : Some devices need manual intervention for full protection.

Switched from : Mcafee Antivirus

Reason to switch : McAfee allows less devices to be connected at a time. Also, it shows features like parental controls in basic plan, but it charges extra for it and says to switch to premium accounts.

4.6/5

“Secure and Feature-Rich, But Not for Everyone”

While ESET Smart Security Premium is packed with high-end features like an advanced firewall and data encryption, many of these features are not necessary for casual users, making the software feel overkill.

Pros : Amazing security features, like anti-theft and firewall.

Cons : Some features may be redundant for home users.

Switched from : AVG Internet Security

Reason to switch : AVG lacks parental controls and strong ransomware detection.

4.5/5

“Ultimate Protection with Extra Features”

ESET Smart Security Premium offers top-tier protection along with some great bonus features, such as a password manager and encrypted storage. However, it’s a bit expensive for those only needing basic security.

Pros : Includes all the essentials plus premium tools like password manager and encryption.

Cons : The price is quite high for home users.

Switched from : Norton Antivirus

Reason to switch : Cloud backup and parental control features were not working on my Windows PC.

4.5/5

“Great Security Suite, But Expensive”

ESET Smart Security Premium gives you everything you need for robust protection, but the premium features come at a premium price. If you don’t need encryption or a password manager, it may not be worth the investment.

Pros : Includes encryption and password manager, excellent malware protection.

Cons : Higher subscription cost than some competitors.

Switched from : Avast Antivirus

Reason to switch : With Avast, I think there are privacy concerns more than any other antivirus.

4.5/5

“Comprehensive Protection with High System Impact”

ESET Smart Security Premium is comprehensive, offering protection for everything from online banking to preventing theft of your data. However, on older devices, I noticed a slight system slowdown during scans.

Pros : Offers all-around security, including banking and anti-theft.

Cons : Can slow down older devices.

Switched from : AVG Internet Security

Reason to switch : You can’t transfer the protection from one device to another while using AVG. I’ve faced this problem while shifting from Mac to Windows.

4.5/5

“Excellent for Power Users, But Too Complex for Newbies”

ESET Smart Security Premium has all the tools you could need, including advanced settings for fine-tuning. However, it’s not the most intuitive for new users and requires time to learn.

Pros : Advanced protection features, customizable settings.

Cons : Steep learning curve for beginners.

Switched from : Trend Micro Antivirus+ Security

Reason to switch : Trend Micro has many issues regarding regional limits and local account limitations. Local user accounts are tied to a specific instance and can't log into others.

4.5/5

“Great for Individuals Who Value Data Protection”

ESET Smart Security Premium excels in protecting sensitive data, thanks to features like file encryption and secure file deletion.

Pros : Includes file encryption and secure data wipe.

Cons : High learning curve.

Switched from : BitDefender Total Security

Reason to switch : Bitdefender doesn’t offer similar data protection features with a cleaner interface. Its interface feels a bit crowded.

4.3/5

“Solid Protection but Needs More User-Friendliness”

The protection offered by ESET Smart Security Premium is excellent, with multiple layers of defense. However, the user interface can be a bit clunky, making it difficult to quickly find certain settings.

Pros : Comprehensive protection, multiple layers of security.

Cons : Some options are buried in menus, hard to access.

Switched from : Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Reason to switch : It doesn't monitor traffic from local caches, and certain components might not scan encrypted connections on websites added to exclusions.

4.3/5

“A Bit Overkill for Casual Users”

ESET Smart Security Premium is loaded with extra features such as file encryption and anti-theft tools. While great for power users, casual users might feel overwhelmed by all the options.

Pros : Excellent features like anti-theft and encryption.

Cons : Too many features for users who don’t need them.

Switched from : Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Reason to switch : Kaspersky doesn’t provide clutter-free experience.