ESET
Lightweight scanning with smart threat detection
ESET provides fast, efficient malware protection using minimal system resources, making it ideal for older or lower-spec devices whilst maintaining strong detection rates.
| Pricing from | £34.99/year |
| Best for | Users with older systems needing lightweight protection |
| Website | www.eset.com/uk |
Strengths and trade-offs
- Extremely lightweight and fast
- Reliable detection with minimal false positives
- Smaller feature set than competitors
- Less integrated security ecosystem
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Alternatives to ESET
 BitdefenderAI-powered protection with zero performance compromise | #1 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection | 95.0 |
 NortonTrusted multi-device protection with 24/7 expert support | #2 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection | 92.7 |
 KasperskyAdvanced threat detection with exceptional heuristic analysis | #3 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection | 90.3 |
 McAfeeMulti-layered security with network firewall and VPN | #5 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection | 85.7 |
 Trend MicroCloud-based protection with real-time threat intelligence | #6 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection | 83.3 |
 AvastConsumer-friendly protection with community-driven threat detection | #7 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection | 81.0 |
Questions about ESET
How much does ESET cost?
Lister lists ESET's pricing as: £34.99/year.
Who is ESET best for?
ESET is best for users with older systems needing lightweight protection.
Where does ESET rank?
ESET is ranked #4 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection (Lister Score 88.0).
What are the best alternatives to ESET?
The closest alternatives on Lister are Bitdefender (#1 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection), Norton (#2 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection) and Kaspersky (#3 in Top 10 Anti-Virus & Malware Protection).
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