# Page 2 | Avast Essential Business Security Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - Is Avast Essential Business Security the right Computer Security solution for you? Explore 89 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/216278/Avast-Business-Antivirus/reviews --- Avast Essential Business Security 4.6 (89) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/216278/Avast-Business-Antivirus/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of Avast Essential Business Security ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 89 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use MB Mouhamed B. Professeur Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Avast antivirus puissant et éfficace" December 13, 2022 5.0 Avast peut parfois être un véritable consommateur de ressources et ralentir votre ordinateur. Je peux certainement sentir que l'ordinateur n'est parfois pas aussi réactif qu'avant l'installation d'Avast, mais cela ne dure que quelques secondes et si vous utilisez des applications gourmandes en ressources comme la CAO ou un autre logiciel comme celui-ci, vous savez à quel point il est important est la réactivité et même les secondes peuvent compter. Pros Avast protège les PC de nos entreprises depuis plus de 2 ans maintenant et nous n'avons jamais eu d'incident avec des virus, des logiciels malveillants ou des rançongiciels. La base de données de virus se met automatiquement à jour toutes les quelques heures afin que vos ordinateurs soient toujours protégés avec les dernières définitions de logiciels malveillants. C'est vraiment important car les logiciels malveillants évoluent en quelques minutes de nos jours. Notre administrateur système peut appliquer des politiques qui mettent automatiquement en quarantaine les fichiers suspects et tout ce qui est important lui est affiché dans un joli tableau de bord. J'étais un utilisateur d'antivirus, je ne sais même pas que l'antivirus est en cours d'exécution. Tout ce que je peux voir, c'est juste une petite icône dans la barre des tâches et c'est tout. Si j'essaie de le supprimer ou de le fermer, je ne peux pas car notre administrateur système a configuré une politique qui n'autorise pas les utilisateurs normaux à le faire. Outre la protection antivirus, Avast offre bien plus. Le nettoyage automatique des fichiers indésirables sur PC peut être très pratique car j'ai souvent oublié de vider ma corbeille et cela utilise inutilement le stockage système. Il existe également un navigateur en bac à sable qui nous permet d'accéder aux systèmes bancaires en toute sécurité même si le navigateur principal est compromis. Cons Avast peut parfois être un véritable consommateur de ressources et ralentir votre ordinateur. Je peux certainement sentir que l'ordinateur n'est parfois pas aussi réactif qu'avant l'installation d'Avast, mais cela ne dure que quelques secondes et si vous utilisez des applications gourmandes en ressources comme la CAO ou un autre logiciel comme celui-ci, vous savez à quel point il est important est la réactivité et même les secondes peuvent compter. Review Source FV Fabian V. Civil Engineer Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "If you want your computers to be free of viruses and others, use Avast Business Antivirus" May 12, 2022 5.0 I have to attest and acknowledge that for a long time our company uses the services of this important SoftWare, I can guarantee that we have not suffered from any type of malicious program or virus in our system, it is our protective shield against cyber attacks. I recommend it for sure. Pros One of the qualities that I love the most about this incredible SoftWare is that its interface is very easy and intuitive, that its multiple functions can be carried out by even a 10-year-old child, in our company we have our computer equipment on the network and I can guarantee you that works very well and its performance is excellent and effective in keeping our systems protected. Cons Only one or another small inconvenience that is easy to handle, such as restarting the computer causing the brief interruption of work in real time, which leads to the restart of the equipment by the program, which causes some slowdown of the equipment. Review Source LA Lisa A. Software Engineer Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### ""Avast provides excellent coverage for our business!"" June 9, 2022 4.0 Avast Endpoint Security is one of the best endpoint security solutions available. To begin with, it is convenient to operate and contains the best capabilities for combatting all forms of online threats, such as ransomware, spyware, and solid firewalls. It is inexpensive in comparison to certain other endpoint security applications. The application is continually revised, which assists in coping with all developing threats. Furthermore, its free edition has a plethora of functions and is adaptable to a variety of platforms. I highly suggest this application to anyone who needs to safeguard his or her devices since it is certain, reliable, and simple to use, requiring no expert experience. Pros Avast corporate antivirus application is the easiest endpoint protection package to set up; simply download and configure the application, enter your key, then you're good to go. As a result, it is less costly than competing endpoint security software. It also alerts us whenever there is a threat and takes good care of it. Therefore, if we are not present, it handles risks and then reports back to us on how it managed them. It's the simplest security software to incorporate; all one needs to do is set up the application, then input your password, and you're ready to go. Cons One major downside of this application has been that it lessens internet broadband speed since it keeps running in the meantime, which would have been a significant handicap for me. I dislike the lag that occurs when PCs are withdrawn from the connection. Often it takes much time for the system to be implemented, so I needed to look for material to assist me to expedite the process a little. Review Source AS Abdul S. SEO Editor Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Avast Business Antivirus: An Effective Tool Against Any Malware or Virus" August 18, 2022 5.0 Pros It's ability to identify and delete viruses in real-time. This help to identify spamming and phishing sites without much stress. Cons I don't really like the fact that it takes a lot of time to complete the installation process. Alternatives considered [AVG Antivirus Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/176245/AVG-Antivirus-Business-Edition/) Review Source Facundo A. Estudiante Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Evaluando Avast Essential Business" January 10, 2023 4.0 A lo largo de los años, la ciberseguridad siempre ha sido un factor al cual le presto mucha atención. Gracias a esto, pude probar muchos antivirus, considerando a Avast, uno de los más conocidos y elegidos. Es bastante útil, desde su versión free, hasta la Business, aunque hay alternativas más completas y confiables. Pros Es uno de los antivirus más conocidos del mercado, que ofrece muchas opciones de compra y es compatible con varios SO. Corre bastante bien en casi cualquier dispositivo, y ofrece una multiplicidad de herramientas, aunque no todas son muy útiles. Cons En cuanto a la variedad de herramientas que ofrece, algunas suelen ser más un agregado, que algo útil. Aparte, su precio es bastante elevado, con relación a otras opciones que suelen tener mejor rendimiento y ser más fiables. Por otra parte, tiende a tener conflictos con otros antivirus, sobre todo, con los nativos de los sistemas operativos. También es necesario comentar que, siempre aparecen algunas aplicaciones extras que nunca utilizamos, no queremos, pero se instalan igual.Igual, de todos modos, es una herramienta accesible. Review Source ZB Zakaria B. computer engineering Computer Hardware Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Avast is a great AntiVirus" December 31, 2022 5.0 overall experience I would say that avast is a really good antivirus compared to a lot of ones. it is worth using to keep yourself safe. Pros Avast has done too much to me, it is a really great antivirus and I'm using it for a long time for my computer security. it does a really great job against trojans and bad files. the software has a real monitoring feature that gives you an idea about your system status. the software keeps my data secured and keeps me safe while surfing the internet. the thing that I liked most is that the software improved a lot compared to the old one. I really like feature such as the file shield which scan your computer files and automatically secure them, and there are more good features like web shield and firewall protection which is a good thing, in addition, avast doesn't take or impact your computer performance which is a good thing for gamers. Cons to be honest I've never had something strange with this Antivirus. Review Source Masturah D. Administrative Assistant Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Effective anti virus software" August 3, 2021 4.0 Pros Avast Business Antivirus is really effective in protecting my work computer and monitoring my internet activities. It will giving alert if any of my downloaded files is containing a suspicious program and will quarantine it immediately and will advice me what to do with the suspicious program. Cons Full deep scanning session will draw too much of my computer resources like RAM and CPU power, it will make other software that i use while it scanning the computer will running slow and crash. A schedule timer for it to do a full scan should be set to avoiding it interfering with my work time. Review Source HK Herbert K. Full Stack Developer Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Avast Business Antivirus- the leading anti-virus tool " June 14, 2022 4.0 The system of updates in this software is regular and fast in terms of identifying and removing threats. The software has never lagged which is an important factor for the user. The protection that the software provides is pretty safe. The interface is simple to use. Pros Avast Business Antivirus is an efficient tool to protect the system against viruses and bugs. Against all the malware and viruses, this tool works as a shield for the system. It notifies the user of the detection. This tool is very secure to use. It does not charge an entry-level fee which is an attractive factor for the users. This software does not interrupt while working and works at the back end, it keeps on tracking the viruses. Furthermore, it is considered very effective against malware. Millions of files are tracked within seconds. Cons It takes a lot of time for the initial installation and is a bit difficult to comprehend. It is disappointing for the users. Moreover, it takes a lot of space on the storage memory which makes the system slow and agitates the user. The price of the software is expensive which makes the user look for alternatives. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Managing Editor Publishing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Highly Recommended Antivirus Software" June 25, 2022 5.0 Avast provides an excellent antivirus software that keeps my computer and files safe, and I highly recommend it. Pros Even on the free trial plan, Avast has a wide array of capabilities. It can easily scan all of my files for potential viruses in minutes, and you can choose whether to scan everything or a certain folder. Upon downloading a file, you can also right click in said folder to run a scan in moments before opening. Luckily I haven't come across a virus yet, but it's my understanding that it would automatically scan and alert if one were to be present. Avast also saves me from landing on sites and blocks pop-ups or ads that may contain malware. Cons There have been pop-up messages every once in awhile that recommend removing what Avast deems to be "clutter" but are actually rather important files. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Graduate Research Assistant Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Good tool for protection against malware in IT business" April 30, 2022 4.0 Avast business antivirus offers VPN services as well with the usual protection against malware which is the best feature to the best of my knowledge. Another thing is that Avast is light software and less costly, which is convenient for large business domain users. Pros The premium Avast antivirus offers the highest protection against online threats like ransomware. It scans your important devices and makes sure protection against any potential attacks by cyber attackers. Cons Compared to other anti-virus software, Avast slows down your devices a lot which is the most shitty part of this application. Review Source FC Francesco C. Ottico Retail Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Buon prodotto e affidabilissimo" June 11, 2023 5.0 Molto positiva. Lo consiglio vivamente Pros Mi piace la sua facilita' d'uso e la sua intelligenza nel tenere tutto sotto controllo Cons Meno pubblicita' di prodotti di avast che ti impogono a comprare Switched from [Avira Antivirus for Small Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/212850/Avira-Antivirus-for-Small-Business/) Perche' ho provato il trial di avast e mi sono trovato meglio Review Source Riyad A. Professional Freelancer Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I use Avast for Internet Security" April 9, 2022 5.0 Pros I have been using Avast since the very beginning of my IT career and still, Avast keeps its reputation with good work. Avast threat intelligence is really amazing. I trust Avast as my computer network security host. Cons Avast upgradations process is a little bit complicated and sometimes user license conflict with activation. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Electrical Engineer Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Avast Business Antivirus" February 14, 2022 5.0 The experience, in general, is very good. The program is easy to use and install. It contains various options such as a VPN. Device troubleshooting and troubleshooting services and the feature to improve the performance of the device. It is a semi-integrated product that provides protection from viruses and improves device performance Pros It includes a variety of tools for analyzing and improving device performance, as well as VPN services. I also liked the feature to quarantine suspicious programs Cons The tracking feature on websites is rather annoying, Some trusted websites are classified as dangerous Review Source GB Giovanni B. Helpdesk Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Efficacia non sempre ottima" August 26, 2023 3.0 Pros Ampia gamma di funzionalità offerte in un unico prodottoCosto molto competitivo rispetto alla concorrenzaFacilità di utilizzo dell'interfaccia Cons Troppo invasivo nel sistema operativoBlocca spesso applicazioni non malevoli Alternatives considered [Malwarebytes for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/251770/Malwarebytes-for-Business/)[VIPRE Antivirus Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/266598/VIPRE-Antivirus-Plus/) Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Arquitecta Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Avast mayor protección para tu equipo" April 29, 2021 5.0 Durante todo el tiempo que he usado avast mi computador ha funcionado a la perfección, decidí probarlo y creo que es el mejor antivirus que he podido usar, además ofrece una versión de prueba antes de poder comprarlo para que puedas comprobar si es lo que necesitas. Pros Me gusta que es muy fácil de usar y es bastante explicativo para quienes no entendemos mucho de los procesos que realizan los antivirus, también es muy rápido y extremadamente eficaz a la hora de mantener protegido tu computador. Cons Lo que menos me gusta es que requiere de mucho reinicios del computador y constantemente me interrumpe mientras estoy trabajando, me gustaría que se pudieran programar de mejor manera los momentos de reiniciar el computador ya que cuando se requiere el reinicio de parte de avast suele volverse un poco lento. Review Source AG Ashay G. Student Logistics and Supply Chain Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best security provider" April 20, 2022 5.0 Overall, I would say that one of the best software to have for your IT systems. It ensures the safety of your data and work above anything else. The customer service is also very good Pros The software is top of a line security provider for your computer or IT systems from hacking threats. It continuously monitors the system and provides round-the-clock alerts and notifications about the threats which might have an impact on your business. it also updates automatically with the latest updates to keep your system running all the time Cons I would like the team to provide the latest news in the world of IT security to update the team locally. This will help the local team to act faster and solve the issue very easily Review Source Bishal B. Software Engineer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best Quality Protection for your devices" January 26, 2021 5.0 Avast Business Antivirus is an all in one package for high-end security for devices. It has a 30-day free trial which is very much enough to test using this software. Built-in VPN with Avast is very interesting and helps you strongly to stay hidden at needed times. I personally have used this antivirus for almost 3 years now and I'm totally loving this. Pros \-Easy to install -Compatible with almost every operating system -Features VPN and File Shredder too -Constant updates with new antivirus definitions -Consumes CPU power efficiently -Has Built-in patch management Cons \-Design is not so nice and responsive -Sometimes it runs random startup system scan -Lacks management on mobile devices Review Source MS Manuel S. Administrativo Utilities Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Software que te proporciona seguridad en la web" September 4, 2023 4.0 Pros Detecta muy rápidamente malware de las páginas web y te ayuda a seguir navegando con seguridad. Cons Cuando requiere actualización, se ralentiza mucho la pc, y no te deja trabajar en ese tramo de tiempo. Review Source Carlos R. CEO Import and Export Used the software for: 2+ years ### "It never gave me problems, good antivirus!" October 21, 2021 5.0 It's the antivirus that I use on my personal computers and it always worked for me, so everything is fine. Pros It's easy to use and beautiful to look at, the functions are complete (even in its free version) and adding an exception is very easy, a task that I do constantly. Cons Something I don't like is that in the installation it offers to install third-party software, you can choose not to install it but it's still annoying. Review Source Ghanshyam G. Engineer Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Review of Avast Business Antivirus- Best antivirus" February 7, 2021 4.0 It is best for small business as well as we can use it for personal computer also. As the price is little high we can comprise the price due to the best security features. Pros It has clean modern interface and easy to use. It has good threat, malware's detection capabilities and detects in realtime. It is compatible with most of the operating systems. It autoscans the external storage devices when connected, if any threats are found it is patched in realtime without hampering the PC. It has variety of features included like wifi scanner, file Shredder, website scans during surfing (blocks website if threats are found), VPN, sandbox,etc. Cons During full scan, the device gets little bit laggy. It shows several pop-up notification which might be annoying while working. Pricing is little higher as compared to others. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer R&D Coordinator Computer Networking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Avast is still one of the best non expensive options in the market" May 31, 2022 4.0 Pros Avast is fast, easy to install, easy to use, and doesn't compromise your computer's performance Cons Avast could benefit of a better threat coverage. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Creative Director Media Production Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Avast is a good option if you need an Antivirus for your business" August 24, 2021 4.0 I must say I was most impressed with it and the features it offers especially for a small business. Pros Avast is pretty easy to use and can help any business with most of their antivirus needs and computer security requirements. Cons It's not as good as some of the top antivirus software out of there but if you need a suitable antivirus this one is very useful for any small business. Alternatives considered [Norton AntiVirus](https://www.capterra.com/p/648/Norton-Security/)[AVG Antivirus Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/176245/AVG-Antivirus-Business-Edition/) Reason for choosing Avast Essential Business Security Easier to use. Review Source KN Kennedy N. Comptable Oil & Energy Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A découvrir si ce n'est pas encore fait " December 10, 2022 5.0 Pros Le fait de maîtriser les menaces sans endommagé les fichiers c'est très important pour moi Cons Conflit avec le par feu de windows qui bloque parfois la connexion internet ou la ralenti Review Source KK Krzysztof K. Real Estate agent Real Estate Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I recommend" April 8, 2021 5.0 we have been using it for many years in the company and we are pleased that our problems with viruses are over the program meets our expectations and is inexpensive Pros works without problems, does not burden the system, scan is very fast, has extensive protection and firewall, blocks threats in real time and is easy to use it works automatically without any maintenance. Cons previous updates blocked sending e-mail attachments, you had to manually set exceptions now everything works smoothly Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Biomedical Graduate Student Medical Devices Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Not what I expected" July 15, 2021 4.0 Although I think Avast Antivirus software should have more security feature for the basic paid option, I do think that the software greatly aids users in becoming more cyber secure. Pros Avast Antivirus software does a very good job with its user interface and does an excellent job notifying users of security issues and make user more security aware. Cons I have found that the Avast Antivirus does require many add-on to work to its full extent, so the basic paid versions still do not have all the feature that I wised it had. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Related categories [Computer Security](https://www.capterra.com/computer-security-software/)[IT Management](https://www.capterra.com/it-management-software/)[Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)](https://www.capterra.com/unified-endpoint-management-software/) ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.