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Identity-focused security for many devices

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From $3/mo

McAfee is identity-focused security for many devices, best for Families with many devices. It is a paid tool starting at $3/mo, rated 4.1/5 across 8,600 reviews#5 of 5 antivirus tools we track.

Overview

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

Integrations

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Basic

$3/mo
  • 1 device
  • VPN
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Plus

$5/mo
  • Unlimited devices
  • Identity monitoring
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Advanced

$8/mo
  • Identity theft coverage
  • Credit monitoring
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How McAfee compares

MeasureMcAfeeCategory average
Rating4.1/54.5/5
Starting price$3/mo$3/mo
Rank by rating#5 of 5
Public APINo0 of 4 offer one

Is McAfee right for you?

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.

Frequently asked questions

How much does McAfee cost?+

McAfee starts at $3/mo. It is a paid product.

Does McAfee have an API?+

No, McAfee does not currently offer a public API.

Who is McAfee best for?+

McAfee is best suited for Families with many devices. Common use cases: many household devices, identity protection, family security.

Is McAfee better than other antivirus tools?+

Among the 5 antivirus tools we track, McAfee ranks #5 by rating (4.1/5 against a 4.5/5 category average).