About Webroot
Webroot is a cloud-based antivirus that installs in seconds, scans in under 20 seconds, and uses less than 15MB of disk space. Its cloud-first approach means threat definitions are always current without large update downloads. Now part of OpenText.
What's Great
- ✓Installs instantly and uses under 15MB of disk space
- ✓Full scan completes in under 20 seconds — fastest in the industry
- ✓Cloud-based definitions mean always-current threat intelligence
- ✓No large signature update downloads needed
- ✓Identity theft protection included in premium plans
Watch Out For
- !Cloud-dependent — offline protection is limited
- !Less consistent independent lab test results than top competitors
- !Rollback feature for ransomware can be unreliable in some scenarios
- !Fewer features than comprehensive security suites
Common Use Cases
User with an older PC wanting antivirus that won't slow down the machine
IT admin deploying lightweight protection across many devices quickly
Traveler needing fast-scanning antivirus that works well on limited bandwidth
Pricing Model
Paid
Paid subscription required. Check the website for current pricing and free trials.
Category
Consumer Antivirus
Full-featured antivirus suites for home users and families.
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