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ESET HOME Security
What it is
ESET HOME Security is a paid set of home security subscriptions for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS coverage. Essential, Premium, and Ultimate plans provide real-time protection against malware, ransomware, viruses, phishing, and emerging threats, with AI-powered detection described by ESET. Plans include secured browser mode, a browser privacy extension, firewall and Wi-Fi protections, and checks for router and smart-device vulnerabilities. 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 such as dark web scanning, credit report monitoring, and identity recovery services. Essential is listed at $59.99 a year, while Premium is $79.99 a year; Ultimate has no displayed price. A 30-day trial requires no credit card, but there is no free plan.
For and against
For
- Real-time malware and ransomware protection
- Parental controls included
- Firewall and Wi-Fi protections
- 30-day trial without a credit card
- Portal and mobile app for device management
Against
- No free plan
- Password manager not included
- Functionality varies by operating system
- Ultimate price is not displayed
The verdict
ESET HOME Security combines threat protection with browser, network, VPN, and identity features that vary by tier. Buyers should compare device coverage, VPN allowances, and operating-system support before selecting a subscription.
Who it suits
ESET HOME Security suits households seeking protection across supported computers and mobile devices. Parental controls and multi-device plans may help families managing several devices.
Plans and prices
Essential
1–5 devices · Family option: 15 devices
Read 20 Sep 2026 · eset.com
Premium
Up to 3 VPN devices for purchases of up to 10 devices · Up to 5 VPN devices for purchases over 10 devices
Read 20 Sep 2026 · eset.com
Ultimate
Up to 10 devices · Up to 25 VPN devices for purchases over 10 devices
Read 20 Sep 2026 · eset.com
ESET HOME Security Essential
3+ devices selectable · Windows, macOS, Android and iOS coverage; functions vary by OS
Read 11 Oct 2026 · eset.com
ESET HOME Security Premium
Device count selectable · Windows, macOS, Android and iOS coverage; functions vary by OS
Read 11 Oct 2026 · eset.com
ESET HOME Security Ultimate
Device count selectable · Windows, macOS, Android and iOS coverage; functions vary by OS
Read 11 Oct 2026 · eset.com
On the record
- Banking and browsing
- The plans include secured browser mode for safer banking and browsing, and the page describes a browser privacy extension.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Company
- ESET was founded in 1992 and has its headquarters in Bratislava, Slovakia.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Device limit
- 15eset.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Device management
- The ESET HOME web portal and mobile app are included free with a subscription or license to manage and install protection across devices.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Identity recovery
- The Ultimate page describes identity recovery services from US-based Certified Protection Experts available 24/7 and $1M insurance.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Network protection
- The product page describes firewall and Wi-Fi protections that help secure network access and check routers and smart devices for vulnerabilities.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Notable limit
- ESET states that product functionality may differ depending on the operating system.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Parental controls
- Yeseset.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Password manager
- Noeset.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Premium features
- Premium adds unlimited VPN traffic and encryption for sensitive files; ESET says Premium VPN access covers up to 40 countries.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- ESET HOME Security is a set of multi-platform home security subscriptions with Essential, Premium, and Ultimate tiers.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Protection scope
- complete securityeset.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Ransomware protection
- Yeseset.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Support
- ESET lists technical support and troubleshooting resources for home customers.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- 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.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Threat detection
- The product page describes AI-powered detection that blocks malware, ransomware, phishing, and emerging threats in real time.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Threat protection
- The plans provide real-time protection against malware, ransomware, viruses, and phishing.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Trial
- ESET offers a free 30-day trial, and its home page says no credit card is required.eset.com · read 11 Oct 2026
