# Avast Small Office Protection Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Avast Small Office Protection the right Cybersecurity solution for you? Explore 39 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/216279/Avast-Small-Office-Protection/reviews --- Avast Small Office Protection 4.5 (39) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/216279/Avast-Small-Office-Protection/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 # Reviews of Avast Small Office Protection Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.2 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews KB Krystal B homemakerConsumer Goods, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Avast is easy to use and gives you insight on what websites are trying to gain access to your computer.“ May 25, 2021 Stephen M DeveloperComputer Software, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The patch window presents risks to security.“ February 13, 2023 Nikolaos Z Data ScientistMarket Research, 5,001 - 10,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “A very easy to use tool, secure, reliable and above all it does not slow down your PC while running, not even while scanning.“ July 9, 2021 Debkinkar M StudentNewspapers, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “This app is not a best security software but it certainly do some things quite well.“ April 10, 2021 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 39 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Nikolaos Z. Data Scientist Market Research Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great security tool" July 9, 2021 5.0 Work from home makes company more vulnerable to outside threats. Users access company content from their phones, PCs, laptops and maybe unauthorised devices. Having such a great tool for protections is really a life saver. Pros A very easy to use tool, secure, reliable and above all it does not slow down your PC while running, not even while scanning. It is cheaper that most of the competitors and lets you know literally for every bit of potential threat it has found. Cons Nothing negative to talk about apart from the fact that there is no option for subscription on less that 10 licenses. Apart from that nothing else. Everything is perfect. Review Source CS Craig S. Network Admin Computer Networking Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great software" June 7, 2024 5.0 Pros I find the interface attractive and easy to use. Cons I am still getting used to using this, and so far I'm not finding any issues. Switched from [AVG Antivirus Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/176245/AVG-Antivirus-Business-Edition/) Less invasive. I find AVG is a hog on resources. Review Source DM Dennis M. owner Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My experience with Avast" April 1, 2022 3.0 My overall experience was marginal at best. I do not believe it to be an install and forget product, it required my attention more than I expected. Pros I purchased Avast to keep my work computer safe. I use that computer for invoicing and daily emails. Cons I found the system to be easy enough to install, but I had issues with security while using it. My information stored on the computer and in emails still found its way into other hands. It also did not play nice with some of my operating systems causing me major irritations on more than one occasion. I could never be sure it had me covered from the latest threats. Review Source JT Jacob T. Consumer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Avast the pirate on a search for malware! " August 19, 2022 5.0 It really frees time for me to help other clients by using the protection features that are enabled by the software it enables users to be a little bit more “free” with there employees or co workers without having to constantly service there product due to a threat to the operating system or something that hinders usage Pros That benefit that once the system identifies a virus or Trojan whatever it may be it locks said “nasty” inside a chest where it deactivated all function for the program and protects the computer from any damage the item may cause Cons Sometimes it may block software installation however I’m usually the kind of guy that uses the good protection of the software to be able to use sketchy downwloads… in other words even if you install this of grandpas “leisure” computer you won’t have to worry about him having a visit from your grandson to clear it out for him Alternatives considered [AVG Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/195214/ISO-Privacy-Advies-B-V/) Reason for choosing Avast Small Office Protection Due to the simplicity of the product and the benefits it provides to the user including an easier way of understanding exactly what the computer finds when it indemnified a foreign entity Review Source KB Krystal B. homemaker Consumer Goods Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Inexpensive with good protection." May 25, 2021 5.0 It's come in handy over the years and I would recommend this to any business owner or for private use. Pros Avast is easy to use and gives you insight on what websites are trying to gain access to your computer. I've used them for personal and business use and they have worked great! Cons Some of the information on the dashboard canbe hard to understand unless you're more on the tech side of things. Switched from [Norton AntiVirus](https://www.capterra.com/p/648/Norton-Security/) I needed to lower costs but still protect my computer and Avast has delivered on that. Review Source MR Matthew R. Director Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Unobtrusive" February 16, 2021 4.0 Pros Does what it says on the box and doesn't bother us with too many spurious messages Cons Funny you should ask... just this morning, on booting up my Mac reminded me that Avast may be incompatible with future Mac OS releases. It would inspire confidence if a patch made that go away. Reason for choosing Avast Small Office Protection good review, price and internal staff comments Switched from [ESET Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/151915/ESET-Endpoint-Security/) Hiccup with trying to change the licensing led me to a review of alternatives. Review Source Response from Avast March 30, 2021 Hi Matthew, Thank you for your feedback! Please reference this article for the prompt you are receiving: https://kb.support.business.avast.com/GetPublicArticle?title=System-Extension-Blocked-Messages-MacOS JS Jesus S. Computer Tech Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Very reliable" February 22, 2021 5.0 I'm using Avast on all my customers and recommending it as I think it is a very powerful and easy to manage tool. Pros I like the boot time scan is one of my favorite tools avast has, and it is very easy to use. Cons It can take long on some safe apps to mark them as safe. Reason for choosing Avast Small Office Protection For the ease of use and friendly tools it has. Review Source Response from Avast March 30, 2021 Hi Jesus, Thank you for your feedback! "We need more information to better be able to assist with this concern. Please contact our technical support team so that we may further troubleshoot this issue. We are here to help. The link to contact our support team can be found here: https://www.avast.com/en-us/business/support" WT Wasif T. Student Education Management Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Good but has other options" December 2, 2024 5.0 Pros It's a good software for price. I think there are better options though. Cons Good for protection against viruses and other things. Review Source Stephen M. Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### " Avast: Familiar Digital Security" February 13, 2023 5.0 It was great and works to maintain a clean digital working space. Pros It is easy to use. Takes little time to configure and works effectively. Cons Updates are not regular. The patch window presents risks to security. Reason for choosing Avast Small Office Protection The benefits and feature set far exceeded our expectations and requirements. Review Source Kenil V. Intern Computer Software Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "One click virus killer" February 28, 2021 3.0 I would like to recommend you use it for keeping your laptop or desktop free from viruses, malware attacks. Pros Avast is the best security software According to me because they provide lots of features like easy to use and maintain, a clean modern interface offers a free trial and compatibility with all operating systems. Cons The one thing that I don't like in Avast has no firewall function. There is some issue with lagging of pc and slow down the speed of the pc. Review Source Response from Avast March 9, 2021 Hi Kenil, Thank you for sharing your experience. We are always happy to hear the feedback from our customers. Our product includes a customizable firewall that filters network traffic and stops untrusted connections. If you are having troubles to allocate the feature please feel free to contact our support team, we will be happy to help. https://www.avast.com/en-eu/business/support AP Achille P. ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE Accounting Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Récommandation" February 24, 2023 4.0 A part ça rien d'autre. Tout est parfait et je pense qu'il faudrait se pencher sur le cas des pays où le taux de bancarisation est faible et j'aurais préféré qu'il agisse dans l'ombre et fasse le retour. Pros Il est simple d'utilisation, sécurisé, fiable et surtout il ne ralentit pas votre PC en cours d'exécution, pas même lors de la numérisation. Il est moins cher que la plupart des concurrents et vous permet de savoir littéralement pour chaque élément de menace potentielle qu'il a trouvé. Cons Rien de négatif à signaler à part le fait qu'il n'y a pas d'option de souscription sur moins de 10 licences aussi les affiches de rappel ou d'alerte qui sont beaucoup récurrentes. Review Source BR Bran R. Director Environmental Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Avast small office review" March 1, 2021 5.0 None Pros Simple to install, good functionality. Works Cons Nothing really. Easy to roll out across system. Switched from [Avast Ultimate Business Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/170318/Avast-Business-Antivirus-Pro-Plus/) Cost Review Source NR Norbert R. Managing Director Industrial Automation Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best value for money" February 22, 2021 5.0 Pros I´ve used Avast privately for several years. So it was my first choice Cons none, easy as the free private version ! Review Source ET Elvis T. Music producer Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Very good software " February 11, 2023 4.0 Overall the reatime protection is reliable and notifies you on any activities that are suspicious. Pros Generally easy to integrate or apply to multiple devices on my network of computers. Real time protection is reliable. Cons Can block some files that are safe and takes time to clear them sometimes. Review Source JA Joe A. IT Director Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good protection for my endpoints" February 16, 2021 5.0 A capable anti-virus protection for macOS. Pros It was the most affordable anti-virus protection for small businesses that I have found. Cons I wish they had other installable mediums beside the dmg format for my macOS endpoints. It would be nice if the installable file was also available in the pkg format so I can easily deploy it through Microsoft Intune. Avast needs to work on their billing admin portal it is too confusing! Alternatives considered [Symantec Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/227396/Symantec-Endpoint-Protection/)[Xcitium Endpoint Detection & Resonse](https://www.capterra.com/p/154967/Comodo-Endpoint-Security-Manager/)[Malwarebytes for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/251770/Malwarebytes-for-Business/) Reason for choosing Avast Small Office Protection Price. Review Source Response from Avast March 30, 2021 Hi Joe, Thank you for your suggestions. To formally submit a new idea to our developers, please click the "+ Submit idea" button at the top right of our product board page here: https://portal.productboard.com/afb/1-avast-business-hub/tabs/1-roadmap/submit-idea. SP Stéphane P. Engineer Management Consulting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Make its job" September 8, 2022 5.0 Pros I am pleased with this product since I have installed it. It's running in continue and I didn't have virus since. The interface is easy to understand, well organized by categories and powerful. Cons Maybe some options should be free but it's remaining a very good set of protection. Review Source CL Clarence L. CEO Management Consulting Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "IT system security at the best price" March 24, 2022 5.0 Pros it is a very simple solution to install and use which offers an optimum level of protection with many features for all my devices (PC, mobile, tablet, etc.) for my activity and at a very attractive price. Cons Some important features are optionally paid. Review Source MB Marika B. Impiegata Executive Office Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Ottimo" January 9, 2023 4.0 Mi ha permesso di non avere più blocchi durante il lavoro Pros Veloce e facile da installare. Rileva immediatamente i problemi e velocemente li risolve. La cosa che più mi piace è che non è invasivo e non inficia o influisce sul lavoro che si sta svolgendo Cons Nessun appunto negativo rilevato sino ad ora Review Source RH Rob H. Operations Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Good protection, good value, so-so deployment" February 25, 2021 4.0 Overall, we're happy with the product and consider it a good value for our small office. Pros Since installing Avast we have had zero downtime. Avast regularly catches virus attempts and quarantines them. Cons Our package includes 10 computers, but my account page doesn't tell how many of these subscriptions are in use. As the administrator, it would be helpful to know that staff have installed the software and how many licenses remain. Because we are working from home during the pandemic, this is not something I can physically check. Review Source Response from Avast March 30, 2021 Hi Rob, Thank you for your feedback. You can log into my.avast.com to see how many keys have been used per license in their account. They must use the email address they used to purchase SOP. If you need further help please contact our support. We are here to help: https://www.avast.com/en-us/business/support EB Evan B. Owner Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use protection that doesn't eat up resources" February 17, 2021 5.0 Pros Easy to use and stays in the background. Have not had an issue with it yet. Cons Not easy to set up secondary computers without the initial email. Dashboard for administrator would be helpful. Switched from [Norton AntiVirus](https://www.capterra.com/p/648/Norton-Security/) Norton ate up too many resources Review Source AH ALAN H. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Avast review" February 16, 2021 3.0 Had a free version for years without problems. Paid version - refer above. Pros Easy to use/set up etc. Good interface. Cons Turns itself off almost daily requiring restarting. Requires to be started manually every morning. Alternatives considered [AVG Internet Security Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/199318/AVG-Internet-Security-Business-Edition/) Review Source Response from Avast March 30, 2021 Hi Alan, Thank you for your feedback! Avast Small Office Protection turning itself off is not expected behavior. This can sometimes happen though when other antivirus programs are installed alongside Avast Small Office Protection. In this scenario, we recommend to uninstall all antivirus programs besides Avast Small Office Protection for the best protection. Restarts are only required after a software version update for Avast Small Office Protection. Please contact our support team if further assistance is needed. The link to our contact form can be found here: https://www.avast.com/en-us/business/support KT Keyur T. Controls Machinery Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Mid-priced Robust ransomware attack detection software" June 20, 2021 5.0 Our devices have been quite secure with the avast small office protection at very inexpensive cost, with multiple device detection. To-go software Pros Real time protection against ransomware attacks Good customer service Multiple device coverage Cons Although it does detect most of the spams, it does lag sometiemes too. Pop-ups can also be avoided Review Source JG Justin G. Owner Medical Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Nice antivirus" February 16, 2021 5.0 Pros Easy to use. Good options. Reliability. Cons It wasn't as smooth to continue subscription. I had to uninstall and then install again. Alternatives considered [Trellix Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/151734/McAfee-Endpoint-Security/) Reason for choosing Avast Small Office Protection It was recommended by our IT person. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student Newspapers Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Not the best security app" April 10, 2021 3.0 Overall not a great experience. It needs improvement. Pros This app is not a best security software but it certainly do some things quite well. It scans the whole system and scans for virus. It also remove trash from the system. Cons This app doesn't do a proper job when scanning for virus. It never finds anything. It also doesn't do a proper cleaning job as well. You have to pay a good amount money to get that proper security benefits. Review Source IM Igor M. Vice president Hospitality Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great software" April 6, 2022 5.0 We are sure that we are protected. Pros It's easy to install and manage for all users in my comapny. Cons I have found all I needed in this kind of software. 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