1492 wrote:
You didn't mention which websites you used for checking reviews? Just beware that some of these sites are run by the manufacturers themselves, or their paid affiliates. AFAIK, there are about 5-6 reputable testing organizations that regularly review AV suites. Data which is used by the manufacturers for product improvement, or used by consumer publications or blogs.
I just briefly checked two of them, and McAfee(now Intel Security) received significantly higher scores in protection and performance. In fact, they improved the PC version immensely over the past couple of years where it typically used to rate average at best. But still wouldn't recommend it for MAC. My vote would be for McAfee(Intel), especially if you are getting it for free.
Do you happen to have the web sites of the 5-6 reputable testing organizations ?