Security Reviews for macOS and iOS
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Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac 2020: Top notch security at a good price
Kaspersky security has always been good, and with Internet Security 2020 we get top protection with some extra privacy features.
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OVPN review: A solid performer, with very good privacy promises
OVPN is an interesting service that takes an extra step to secure its servers, and offers some solid privacy promises.
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YubiKey 5Ci review: WebAuthn encrypted Lightning key for iPhone and iPad for secure authentication
Appleu2019s full-throated browser support is yet to come, but several apps already handle the advanced encrypted second-factor hardware. The device also includes USB-C for desktop use.
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Private Internet Access review: A great service with a reputation for protecting user privacy
Private Internet Access is a U.S.-based VPN service offering tons of servers, up to 10 simultaneous device connections, and an easy-to-use app.
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Avira Free Antivirus review: Solid protection for your Mac
Avira Free Antivirus for Mac is a fairly barebones suite, but it offers highly rated protection at no cost to users.
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Firewall: Robo Call Blocker review: The app equivalent of Kryptonite against iPhone robocalls
Block robocalls, spam calls, and telemarketers from ringing through to your iPhone using voicemail transcription and a whitelist created from device contacts.
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Avira Antivirus Pro 2019 review
Avira Antivirus Pro 2019's malware protection doesn't quite cut it
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Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac review
Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac offers useful extra features, but does make your Mac work hard
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Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac review
Trend Micro offers ransomware protection and a great clean-up rate, but scan results were strange
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ESET Cyber Security review
ESET's antivirus offers good clean-up and detection, but slow scanning and a lack of add-on features
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Norton 360 Standard for Mac review
Find out why Norton 360 is among our favourite antivirus packages for Mac, but not our number one
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Sophos Home Premium antivirus review
Sophos Home Premium's ease-of-use, features and price make it a good value antivirus for Mac
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Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac review
There's a lot to like about Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac
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Intego Mac Internet Security X9 review
Intego's Mac Internet Security X9 is our pick of the bunch, making it the best antivirus for Mac 2018
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Malwarebytes Premium review: A fast, efficient security program with an unusual approach
Malwarebytes is a popular app for scanning infected computers, but can it be your full-time security suite?
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Freedome VPN review: A good VPN backed by a well-known security company
F-Secure's Freedome is a good VPN with extra security features that users will appreciate.
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Hide.me review: Serviceable speeds and simple to use
Hide.me is easy to use and has the right privacy promises, but we didn't find the speeds were as good as experienced on Windows.
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Surfshark review: A solid VPN newcomer with some nice features
Surfshark only started life in 2018, but it's already showing promise with good speeds, nice features, and a no-logs policy.
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CyberGhost 7 review: A great choice for streaming overseas
CyberGhost has great speeds, and some nice extra features, but its support for numerous streaming services is what really sets this service apart.
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IVPN review: The WireGuard protocol made easy for Mac users
IVPN recently added the WireGuard protocol to its application, and Mac users can try it out right now.
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PrivateVPN by Trunkspace review: Needs work, but we like the promise not to log user activity
PrivateVPN by Trunkspace is a capable VPN with a solid promise not to log your actions, but speeds and features could be better.
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KeepSolid VPN Unlimited Review: A capable VPN and a great option for Netflix fans
Fairly easy to use, KeepSolid VPN performs well enough and offers a reliable way to access your favorite streaming services at home or abroad.
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ESET Cyber Security Pro for Mac review: High level of protection at a good price
ESET Cyber Security Pro gets protection right, but there isn't much value for pro users compared to other suites.
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McAfee Total Protection for Mac review: Good at detecting malware, but lacks active ransomware protection
This antivirus software package offers good basic protection, but its normal subscription price and its lack of ransomware protection allow its competitors to outshine it.
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1Password 7 for Mac review: Password manager with small improvements that add up
Itu2019s not an overhaul for what is already a robust and competently designed approach, but the touchups and additions move the product along.
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Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac review: A performance jump makes it far more reliable
Version 6.2 of Bitdefender offers a big step-up in malware blocking, but the software still has room to grow.
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Avast Security Pro for Mac review: Everything a modern antivirus app needs and a little bit more
An all-around champion has strong malware-fighting abilities packaged with worthwhile extras.
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Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac review: Solid malware prevention with no frills
Trend Micro Antivirus has a solid set of features and performs very well in malware detection and blocking, including intercepting some kinds of ransomware.
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CyberGhost VPN review: A speedy VPN provider that’s easy to use
A recent change in ownership doesn't slow down this speedy VPN provider, but raises issues with your data.
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NordVPN review: This VPN’s features make it hard to beat
NordVPN offers a compelling mix of features for the privacy-minded and Netflix-faithful alike, at a competitive price.
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SaferVPN review: Good features overshadowed by privacy concerns
Privacy concerns keep this good VPN from being truly great.
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TunnelBear VPN review: An option for occasional VPN users
TunnelBear is an easy-to-use VPN that offers 500MB of free data per month.
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TorGuard VPN review: A VPN service designed for extreme privacy
If you can figure out its pricing and software, TorGuard could be a good service for the secretive.
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VyprVPN review: A VPN committed to online user security, privacy, and an open internet
VyprVPN is an ideal VPN service for anyone dealing with sensitive online data.
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Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac (2017) review
Bitdefender offers ransomware protection & fast scanning but didn't catch all our malware samples
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Antivirus Zap for Mac review
Antivirus Zap for Mac is a cheap option with a one-off payment but no always-on protection.
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Norton Security Standard for Mac review
Norton Security Standard for Mac offers blazingly fast scanning but is a bit pricey
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Little Snitch 4 review: Mac app excels at monitoring and controlling network activity
Clamp down on network activities on your Mac and have a clear picture of whatu2019s talking and why.Reviews
diskAshur Pro2 review: Cross-platform, maximum security portable hard drive
Available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB versions, diskAshur Pro2 is a cross-platform, PIN-authenticated portable USB 3.1 hard drive with real-time AES 256-bit XTS hardware encryption that requires no software to use.Reviews
Reolink Keen review: Battery-powered camera offers wireless security for cheap
Reolink Keen is a battery-powered, 100 percent wireless Wi-Fi security camera with 1080p HD image quality, two-way audio, pan-tilt control, night vision mode, and included PIR motion sensor.Reviews
Sense GuardPeanut and ThermoPeanut review: Smart nuts to protect and detect
Simple, useful, and affordable smart sensors: GuardPeanut provides basic protection, while ThermoPeanut monitors the temperature in a wide range of environments.
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Secrets for Mac and Secrets Touch review: A simple, no-frills password manager for Mac and iOS
Secrets allows users to easily and securely store passwords, credit card numbers, bank details, and other confidential information with OpenPGP and AES encryption.Mac Gems
Radio Silence 2 review: Set it and forget it Mac firewall for outgoing connections
Monitors behind-the-scenes network activity and allows users to selectively block outgoing connections.Private i
First look: Little Flocker and BlockBlock help monitor your Mac’s security
Little Flocker provides fine-grained control over apps accessing files on your Mac, while BlockBlock warns of persistently installed software.Reviews
MacScan 3 review: Easy-to-use software stomps out malware, tracking cookies
A one-stop shop to tackle the ever-increasing threat of malware on OS X.
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1Password 6 for Mac review: Enterprise features and lots of small improvements
Agile Bitsu2019s latest release catapults its venerable digital vault into the enterprise space, and brings many small improvements to one of the best apps in this space.
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Dashlane 4 review: Easy and convenient password management for your Mac
Keeping your private data safe is easy with this well-written tool that works well for novices and seasoned pros alike.Mac Gems
Nylas N1 review: Open-source Mac email client shows promise
Mailbox broke my heart, but N1 has taught me how to love an email client again.Reviews
Password Chef review: A recipe for cooking up healthy security dishes
Password Chef creates recipes that turn different website names into recyclable passwords for maximum online security.
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