McAfee Review
Verdict: McAfee earns 4.1/5 from 8,600 reviews, ranking #5 of 5 antivirus tools we track. It suits Families with many devices best. Unlimited devices option is its standout strength, while heavier system impact is the main trade-off to weigh.
Our take on McAfee
McAfee Total Protection covers unlimited devices on top tiers and leans into identity protection and a built-in VPN. A familiar, family-friendly security brand.
Key features
- Antivirus & firewall
- Unlimited devices (top tier)
- Identity monitoring
- VPN
- Password manager
Pros & cons
Pros
- Unlimited devices option
- Strong identity tools
- Easy to use
Cons
- Heavier system impact
- Aggressive upsells
Who McAfee is for
A good fit if…
- • You are families with many devices.
- • Your use case is many household devices.
- • Your use case is identity protection.
- • Your use case is family security.
- • Unlimited devices option matters to you.
Look elsewhere if…
- • Heavier system impact would be a dealbreaker.
- • Aggressive upsells would be a dealbreaker.
McAfee pricing
Full pricing breakdown →| Plan | Price | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | $3/mo | $36 |
| PlusPopular | $5/mo | $60 |
| Advanced | $8/mo | $96 |
How McAfee compares
| Measure | McAfee | Category average |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.1/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Starting price | $3/mo | $3/mo |
| Rank by rating | #5 of 5 | — |
| Public API | No | 0 of 4 offer one |
Integrations
Alternatives to consider
All McAfee alternatives →Bottom line on McAfee
4.1/5 · Paid · best for Families with many devices
Frequently asked questions
Is McAfee worth it?+
McAfee is rated 4.1/5 across 8,600 reviews and is best suited to Families with many devices. Unlimited devices option is the standout strength; the main trade-off is heavier system impact.
What do users like most about McAfee?+
Unlimited devices option, Strong identity tools, Easy to use.
What are the downsides of McAfee?+
Heavier system impact, Aggressive upsells. Whether these matter depends on your use case — see who it is and isn't for above.
How much does McAfee cost?+
McAfee starts at $3/mo. See the full plan breakdown on our McAfee pricing page.
How does McAfee compare with other antivirus tools?+
Among the 5 antivirus tools we track, McAfee ranks #5 by rating (4.1/5 vs a 4.5/5 category average).
What is McAfee best used for?+
Many household devices, Identity protection, Family security.