
When Identity Shield was off, the keylogger could record URLs, usernames, passwords and anything else we typed. To test this, we ran a simple freeware keylogger while browsing with Chrome.
#Webroot internet security with antivirus Pc
The package added only two background processes to our PC – one user application, one service – which typically consumed under 10MB RAM, just about as undemanding as an antivirus can be.Įlsewhere, a background Identity Shield hardens browser sessions to protect you from keyloggers, screen grabber attacks, clipboard snooping and other attempts to steal your data.

Whatever you're doing, it doesn't look like Webroot will have any real impact on your system resources. You can review or deal with any results in a click or two, then leave Webroot to get on with protecting your PC. This took under a minute on our test PC, but still found a couple of adware-related items on our test system which other antivirus products typically ignore. Webroot can run alongside most other antivirus apps, too, with none of the usual conflicts or hassles.Īfter setup is complete, Webroot launches and runs an initial system scan. Installation is speedy, which is no surprise when the package is so lightweight that there's almost nothing to do.
#Webroot internet security with antivirus license
The website then provides you with a download link and 14-day license key. Webroot doesn't require credit card details to use its trials, but you will have to register with your name and email address. If you've a houseful of hardware to protect, for instance, a three-year, ten-device license costs only $180, or $6 per device per year. You're able to add more devices and years to your license, making big savings long-term. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus is cheaper in year one at $15, for instance, but it renews at an identical $40.īitdefender has more billing flexibility, though. This isn't outstanding value, but it's in the range we'd expect. Webroot Internet Security Complete with AntiVirus (opens in new tab) covers five devices for $48 in year one, $80 on renewal. Webroot Internet Security Plus with AntiVirus (opens in new tab) protects three devices for $36 in year one, $60 on renewal. Webroot offers a second year for $36, but that's such a small discount it's unlikely to tempt most users. There's no option to add extra devices to the license.

Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus (opens in new tab) is priced at $24 to protect one device for the first year, rising to $40 on renewal. (Image credit: Webroot) Plans and pricing
