I use Kaspersky Total Security for a comprehensive cybersecurity solution. It provides antivirus protection, a firewall, and a VPN service, eliminating the need for separate purchases. The software offers a secure web browser mode for online banking, ensuring my information is protected. Additionally, it includes a system cleanup feature to enhance PC performance by removing unnecessary files and registry entries.
CTO at ABM Info. tech
Offers reliable malware protection and a robust firewall
Pros and Cons
- "The most beneficial feature of Kaspersky Total Security for me is its all-in-one antivirus solution with continuous signature updates for effective malware detection and prevention."
- "Regarding improvement, Kaspersky has a slightly larger system footprint, leading to a 5-10% performance slowdown compared to when I wasn't using Kaspersky."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
Using Kaspersky provides me with crucial malware protection and shields my data with a robust firewall. The VPN feature also allows me to access blocked URLs and explore information not readily available in my region.
What is most valuable?
The most beneficial feature of Kaspersky Total Security for me is its all-in-one antivirus solution with continuous signature updates for effective malware detection and prevention. The software's built-in features cover a wide range of cybersecurity needs, providing a seamless and updated defense against various threats.
What needs improvement?
Regarding improvement, Kaspersky has a slightly larger system footprint, leading to a 5-10% performance slowdown compared to when I wasn't using Kaspersky.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Kaspersky Total Security for eight months.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
In my experience, Symantec feels more user-friendly and comfortable compared to Kaspersky. Kaspersky may require a bit more technical know-how during installation, making Symantec seem easier for the end user.
How was the initial setup?
Setting up Kaspersky Total Security is straightforward if you are tech-savvy. It is not overly difficult but could be more intuitive. Purchasing online is convenient, and the download link arrives via email. However, non-technical users might find it challenging as the built-in VPN can affect internet browsing without them realizing it. For technical users, it is quick to install, but non-tech users may face difficulties understanding the impact on their internet speed due to remote VPN services.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It is an annual subscription for a five-user bundle with Kaspersky. You can use it on up to five devices, and it covers both computers and mobile phones. The minimum purchase is for five users.
What other advice do I have?
Kaspersky's password manager is a secure vault included in the antivirus solution. It effectively manages and keeps track of all your passwords, enhancing overall security.
If you are on a budget and want a consolidated solution, Kaspersky is great, especially for Android users. However, if you need more integration with different products, consider checking out alternatives like Symantec, McAfee, or Broadcom for additional features like DLP encryption. Ultimately, the choice depends on your specific needs and budget. Overall, I would rate Kaspersky Total Security as a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Network Infrastructure Specialist at Central-Bank-Kenya
Easy to install product with good technical support services
Pros and Cons
- "The software is easy to install."
- "Kaspersky Total Security’s stability and performance need improvement."
What is our primary use case?
We use the product to protect the endpoint from antivirus with the help of encryption features.
What is most valuable?
The software is easy to install.
What needs improvement?
Kaspersky Total Security’s stability and performance need improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Kaspersky Total Security for more than four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable product. However, processing queries is sometimes challenging, leaving the system frozen. I rate its scalability an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have 1500 Kaspersky Total Security users in our organization.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support services are good.
How was the initial setup?
The product is pre-installed in the system and is easy to set up. It requires one or two admin executives for maintenance.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We purchase the product’s yearly license.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend Kaspersky Total Security to enterprises. I rate it a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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CEO at NG Technologies
Easy to use, stable, and provides good security features
Pros and Cons
- "I am satisfied with the solution's security features because we have been using it for years."
- "The stability of the solution could be improved because we had some issues with the solution on non-Windows laptops."
What is our primary use case?
We use Kaspersky Total Security as an antivirus solution in our company laptops.
What is most valuable?
Kaspersky Total Security is a stable solution, and I haven't faced any issues. I am satisfied with the solution's security features because we have been using it for years. Kaspersky Total Security is an easy-to-use solution.
What needs improvement?
The stability of the solution could be improved because we had some issues with the solution on non-Windows laptops.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Kaspersky Total Security for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the solution an eight or nine out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Around 15 users use the solution in our organization.
What was our ROI?
Kaspersky Total Security helped us pass all our security audits.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Kaspersky Total Security is not an expensive solution.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend the solution to other users. I have faced no issues with the solution’s performance.
Overall, I rate Kaspersky Total Security an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Last updated: Apr 26, 2024
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Enables efficient data protection, but the setup process could be simple for end users
Pros and Cons
- "It is a stable product."
- "There could be an option to upgrade the license online without necessarily installing it physically in the system."
What is our primary use case?
We use the product to protect crucial data on our employees' operating systems and cell phones. We use it to protect internal services and integrated data systems as well.
What needs improvement?
Kaspersky Total Security is not flexible. There could be an option to upgrade the license online without necessarily installing it physically in the system.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Kaspersky Total Security for ten years. At present, we use the latest version.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable product.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have 50 Kaspersky Total Security users in our organization. It is a scalable product.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup process is simple for IT executives. However, it is not flexible for end users. It takes less than thirty minutes to complete and requires two to five executives to work on the process. Technical support services could have access to the systems at the sub-national level. It will help us save time and cost for deployment and maintenance.
What about the implementation team?
We implemented the product in-house.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We evaluated three vendors. We chose Kaspersky Total Security for its availability of technical support, application cost, and ease of use.
What other advice do I have?
They could provide technical support to critical stakeholders at the sub-national level. I recommend the product to others and rate it a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Senior Systems Engineer at Dimension Data
Has a straightforward setup process and valuable reporting features
Pros and Cons
- "Kaspersky Total Security has valuable reporting features regarding visibility for trusted sites and safe browsing."
- "Its interface needs to be more user-friendly."
What is our primary use case?
We use the product for patching and vulnerability management.
What is most valuable?
Kaspersky Total Security has valuable reporting features regarding visibility for trusted sites and safe browsing.
What needs improvement?
They could provide a robust package of features instead of individual features. Its interface needs to be more user-friendly as well.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Kaspersky Total Security for a year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable platform.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have one Kaspersky Total Security user in our organization.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup process is straightforward.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The product is not expensive. We purchase its yearly license.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Kaspersky Total Security a nine out of ten. It is a good product.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Information Technology Support Engineer at PT. Walk Brains Indonesia
A powerful and scalable security tool for SMBs
Pros and Cons
- "There has been a return on investment for our small and medium business users."
- "The solution’s email protection area should be improved."
What is our primary use case?
We use it for security purposes.
What needs improvement?
The solution’s email protection area should be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for around three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable. We have around 500 users for the solution.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was complex. It took one technician around an hour to setup the solution.
What was our ROI?
There has been a return on investment for our small and medium business users.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing of the solution is good.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend the solution. Overall, I rate it nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
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Network Administrator at Bank of Abyssinia
A stable and scalable solution that needs to improve on its configuration part
Pros and Cons
- "Kaspersky Total Security is a stable solution...Kaspersky Total Security is a scalable solution."
- "Kaspersky Total Security's configuration part is complex."
What is our primary use case?
My company uses Kaspersky Total Security since it provides protection to our infrastructure. In our company, we operate with Kaspersky Total Security's client version for protection from intruders.
What is most valuable?
Kaspersky Total Security can be described as a third-party manageable solution. The solution offers an intrusion prevention system. The solution also uses machine learning and artificial intelligence. The solution acts as a signature-based detection tool.
What needs improvement?
Kaspersky Total Security's configuration part is complex. Kaspersky Total Security's complex configuration is an area that needs improvement.
The operation and certain parts of Kaspersky Total Security are a bit complex, making them areas needing improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Kaspersky Total Security for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Kaspersky Total Security is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Kaspersky Total Security is a scalable solution.
More than 1,000 employees in my company use the solution.
I don't think my company has any plans to increase the use of the solution.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup phase of Kaspersky Total Security is straightforward.
The solution's deployment phase takes more than three days.
More than five administrators are required for the solution's deployment and maintenance.
What about the implementation team?
Our company's in-house employees can manage the solution's implementation phase.
What other advice do I have?
I won't recommend Kaspersky Total Security to those who plan to use it.
I rate the overall solution a six out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Founder at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Detects threats on the internet and provides protection from spyware and viruses
Pros and Cons
- "Kaspersky Total Security directly detects if there are any threats on the internet or when I use a USB stick."
- "Kaspersky Total Security is an expensive solution, and its pricing could be improved."
What is our primary use case?
We use Kaspersky Total Security for the internet, spyware, and viruses.
What is most valuable?
Kaspersky Total Security directly detects if there are any threats on the internet or when I use a USB stick. Kaspersky Total Security has a user-friendly UI.
What needs improvement?
Kaspersky Total Security is an expensive solution, and its pricing could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Kaspersky Total Security for four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the solution an eight out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the solution a seven out of ten for scalability.
How was the initial setup?
The solution's initial setup is not complicated. Each year, we put the serial number and update the solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We pay around $30 to $35 for the solution yearly.
What other advice do I have?
Kaspersky Total Security is a very effective tool for protecting our devices from cyber threats. In Tunisia, we don't have the possibility to pay online, and the only way is through external providers or third parties. I would recommend the solution to other users.
Overall, I rate the solution an eight to nine out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Last updated: Mar 11, 2024
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