Bitdefender vs ESET HOME Security: protection, price and renewal
A head-to-head comparison of Bitdefender and ESET HOME Security: the result from the independent AV-Comparatives test and the prices on the official pages. No made-up scores.
| Bitdefender | ESET HOME Security | |
|---|---|---|
| AV-Comparatives protection (Feb–May 2026) | 99.5% (398/400) | 98.5% (394/400) |
| First-term price (cheapest plan) | 59.99 USD / 12 months Total Security · excl. tax | 59.99 USD / 12 months Essential · tax: see cart |
| Stated renewal | not clearly published | not clearly published |
| Devices on that plan | 5 | 3 |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 30 days |
| What it includes (depending on plan) | Antivirus, VPN, Password manager, System optimisation | Antivirus, Firewall, VPN |
| Link | Official site | Official site |
Currencies differ from one product to another (the market of the official page we checked), so prices in different currencies cannot be compared directly.
How to decide
If you have many devices, look at the number included. If the long-term budget matters, look at the renewal. If you want a VPN or password manager in the same bundle, look at the “What it includes” row.
See all products in the comparator or the table best antivirus 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Which protects better, Bitdefender or ESET HOME Security?
In the AV-Comparatives Real-World Protection test of Feb–May 2026 (400 attacks): Bitdefender 99.5%, ESET HOME Security 98.5%.
How much do Bitdefender and ESET HOME Security cost?
First term, on the official pages on 1 October 2026: Bitdefender 59.99 USD / 12 months, ESET HOME Security 59.99 USD / 12 months. Renewal: Bitdefender not clearly published, ESET HOME Security not clearly published.