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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 650 reviews

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93%would recommend to a friend

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Customers commend Total Security for its reasonable price, easy installation, and reliable protection across multiple devices. They appreciate its effectiveness in safeguarding their devices without compromising performance and value the peace of mind it provides. However, some users have concerns about the limited daily data for the VPN feature, occasional pop-ups, and compatibility issues with certain devices.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Shield for Your Digital Life

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So I've been using Bitdefender for a while now on my Android phone, Windows laptop, and my wife's iPhone, iPad, and MacBook, and we're satisfied with it. It's a great all-around security suite that protects me from all kinds of online threats, and it's also really easy to use. OVERALL IMPRESSION I love that is so comprehensive. It protects me from viruses, malware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and more. It also has a great firewall that blocks unwanted traffic from my devices. Plus, it has a parental control feature that lets me keep an eye on what my kids are doing online. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONALITY This antivirus has a ton of great features, but here are a few of my favorites: MALWARE PROTECTION: It has a perfect score in independent antivirus tests, so I know that I'm protected from all the latest threats. RANSOMWARE PROTECTION: It has a special layer of protection that blocks ransomware attacks before they can encrypt my files. FIREWALL: The firewall is very easy to use, and it does a great job of keeping my devices safe from hackers. PARENTAL CONTROLS: The parental controls let me block websites, set screen time limits, and track my kids' online activity. EASE OF USE I find it very easy to use. The installation process is simple, and the user interface is intuitive. I was able to get everything up and running in just a few minutes. PERFORMANCE AND IMPACT It doesn't slow down my devices at all. I haven't noticed any difference in performance since I started using it. SECURITY EFFECTIVENESS I've never had any problems with viruses or malware since I started using it. I'm confident that it's keeping my devices safe from all the latest threats. VALUE FOR MONEY It is a great value for the price. It's one of the most affordable security suites on the market, and it offers a lot of features. CONCLUSION I totally recommend Bitdefender to anyone who is looking for a comprehensive and easy-to-use security suite. It's a great way to protect your devices from all kinds of online threats. I hope this review helps some of you!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Internet security - convenient and reliable

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am using Bitdefender for the 3rd year in raw. It’s highly rated software was sold for a very reasonable price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This is one of the best antivirus solution ever

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm using BitDefender total security since 2009. This is no doubt the best antivirus and firewall available on the market! I have my family relatives and friends purchase this great security on my recommendations and everyone is very pleased with this security! Thank you

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    No Logs, Bad Customer Service, No Option to Refund

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was under the impression Bitdefender was one of the leaders in the AV world and wanted to protect my network, and my devices. I was satisfied with the trial but didn't run into any issues during that time. I decided to purchase the software subscription and saws Best Buy had it pretty cheap. So I purchased it and after a week or so, I noticed that bitdefender would alert me whenever an application was trying to access my microphone. Cool, I thought, I'll use bitdefender to block access to the microphone for a game I play because there's a bug with the game where audio will still broadcast even with the setting turned off in the game. So I decided to go look through the logs and see what port was being accessed so I could block it and prevent my conversations from being broadcasted to the game. After searching I realized... ...there are no logs. Anywhere. Want to see what Bitdefender is doing in the background? Tough luck. I decided to reach out to Bitdefender support to see if I was missing something and received responses from an engineer that was quite possibly the worse customer service I've had to deal with. Instead of helping me find a solution, they told me to purchase a more expensive business version of their product. Which is absolutely ridiculous. In order to see what it's doing to MY pc, I have to pay more money? Welp, refund time, right? (I mean I've literally only had the product for 2 weeks.) No. Wrong. Zero options for refunds. Best Buy policy prohibits refunds due to it being a digital item and Bitdefender refuses to refund due to it being purchased from Best Buy. You literally have no recourse if you purchase this product from Best Buy and have ANY kind of issue with the software. So can I recommend? Absolutely not. Had I known what I know, I would've just purchased the AntiVirus option instead of 'Total Security.' Much cheaper and their AV is what is world renown, not their security suite. (Which is practically useless on iOS devices, but that's another story.) So no. I would not buy Bitdefender Total Security and would not purchase any Bitdefender products from Best Buy if I had known any of this. You'll have zero options if you're dissatisfied with the service, product, or anything else. Their customer service is horrendous and their product has no transparency. There's no way to see what it's doing on your computer. It's just unacceptable in my opinion.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great antivirus

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quick installation and plenty of added features for a low price. There are also fewer pop ups unlike other antivirus softwares. I will definitely be recommending this antivirus to others.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Security

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very easy to setup and use. Does not seem to slow down my computer and does not mess with things as much as others.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Vpn

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Bitdefender with VPN

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only 3stars because VPN is not really included with the software (only 200MB). If only I can get my money back.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Vpn

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Not bad

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bitdefender Total Security is a powerful and comprehensive security suite that protects your devices from various threats, such as malware, ransomware, phishing, network attacks, and more. It works on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS platforms, and you can manage and control them from an online dashboard. It also offers many bonus features, such as a limited VPN, a secure browser, a file shredder, parental controls, and anti-theft. Some of the pros of Bitdefender Total Security are: - It has an award-winning antivirus engine that detects and removes malware with high accuracy and low impact on system performance. - It has an effective web protection that blocks malicious and fraudulent websites. - It has a firewall that monitors and filters network traffic and prevents unauthorized access. - It has a spam filter that keeps your inbox clean from unwanted messages. - It has a webcam and microphone hijacking protection that prevents hackers from spying on you. - It has a one-click optimizer that cleans up your system and boosts its speed. Some of the cons of Bitdefender Total Security are: - It has a limited VPN that only allows 200MB of encrypted traffic per day per device. If you want unlimited access, you have to pay extra for a separate subscription. - It has a parental control feature that does not work well on some platforms, such as iOS and Android. It also lacks some advanced options, such as time limits and app blocking. - It has a password manager that is only available for Windows. It also lacks some features, such as autofill and secure sharing. Overall, Bitdefender Total Security is a very good antivirus suite with useful features to meet most users' needs. It offers solid protection and good value for the money⁸. However, it could improve some of its features, such as the VPN, the parental control, and the password manager.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Well satisfied with Bitdefender

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Instructions to download the digital copy of Bitdefender that I purchased was easy to follow. I purchased Bitdefender for 5 devices. So far have it downloaded and working on 3 devices. I like how it works seamlessly in the background.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Effective, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great System!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got lucky looking for Bitdefender deals online when I saw it here on Best Buy. There was a wonderful sale and I saved quite a bit more than buying it directly from Bitdefender's website. I have a home office and wanted to beef up my security so I decided to go with this. Very user friendly as I was able to set it up myself with no help. Love that it can cover up to 4 devices and I could purchase a multi year subscription. With the reviews and experience I've had with it so far, I definitely feel like my system is well protected. If you decide to go with this for your security definitely purchase it from Best Buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Pop-ups

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great price for protection - and so many devices

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Tech squad folks suggested that this is better than other things I had used. I liked paying the deal price for two years and five devices. I have only installed it on a few computers so far (have not tried it on phones yet). I do feel that it is protecting. However, there are a few things that I find annoying: I do not like getting so many pop-ups about what it is doing (switching to work mode, cutting off my VPN 5 minutes after I turn on my computer). I don't like feeling like I bought a complete package, but need to pay for additional things. When I go to a website that it kicks in extra protection for - like a financial site - it stops the loading, takes a moment for it to go into protection mode, and then finally lets me in. Many of my pre-saved passwords are no longer available as conveniently. I realize I am still learning how to use it, but other programs were more "seamless" about these things.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Antivirus, Price, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Time-Tested Stalwart in Antivirus Protection!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I keep up with antivirus ratings from AV Comparatives and other testing groups. Bitdefender always scores in the top for ease of use and problem detection and protection. So, when my Norton subscription was ended, I decided to try Bitdefender TS. I was pleased by Best Buy's excellent price and ease of checkout. The program offers a host of useful tools. Some of then, like Device Locator, were not available on my Norton AV. Overall, I am more than pleased by both Bitdefender and Best Buy. Well done!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Antivirus
    Cons mentioned:
    Vpn

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bitdefender Total Security

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product can be used on up to 5 devices including computers, phones and tablets (I only use on computers). Antivirus is highly rated. File shredder will delete files completely. It has limited VPN. There's a new password manager that must be purchased separatelly. I'm not sure if the ransomware protection is extra or not.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Impressive Online PC Security with Bitdefender

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First time trying Bitdefender for online security. So far impressed with the software, compared to previous Kaspersky product. Has not slowed PC speed down during updates or scans life other security software. Has flagged numerous suspicious sites that other products never flagged. Great 2 year price also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Protection for my digital devices

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been using this from past couple of years. Earlier I used to buy directly from Bitdefender with a higher price. I see the BestBuy offer (5 devices, 2 years), is the best and cheap among all the reliable options. Also this Bitdefender Total Security is a good protection to my laptop, ipad and my mobiles. I can safely browse and do online transactions without worrying of my digital security. Thank you BestBuy for providing a wonderful utility for best price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install
    Cons mentioned:
    Vpn

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install or extend subscription. Have you covered at all times. Could be better on VPN.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Pop-ups

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice software for this need.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this anti-virus. It is better than the other software I was using. It has all the protection without the constant pop-ups about purchasing additional components.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Software protection you will love.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have used all kinds of computer software and there are some great ones. My favorite is bit finder they are a class act and very reasonably priced. Give it a try and see how easy it is to run scans and check the security of your computers. I usually buy a three year plan with five computers covered. I use it for my iPhone as well. It’s never let me down.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install, Effective, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No CPU slowdown like with some antivirus

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have been using it for a while and works pretty good. Not any complaints about dropping CPU’s on my computers. Easy to install, get up and working properly. Price was pretty good too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bitdefender Total Security - A Keeper

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent replacement choice for Kaspersky which cannot be used in the U.S.. Easy to install and actually seems to work better than the other product.

    I would recommend this to a friend