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ESET HOME Security vs Avast Free Antivirus: catalog facts
ESET HOME Security	Avast Free Antivirus
Paid Annual subscription priced by tier and number of devices.	Freemium The antivirus is free; Avast sells a VPN and other paid products.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Browser extension	Windows, macOS, Android
Antivirus with anti-phishing and payment protection Available for Windows, Mac, Android and Linux	Free antivirus from a large vendor Available for Windows, macOS and Android
Paid subscription Closed source	Closed source Promotes paid products from within the free offer
Downloadable app, Browser extension	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License: Proprietary	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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