ClamAV vs ESET PROTECT: side-by-side comparison (2026)
ClamAV is a free endpoint protection platform solution. ESET PROTECT is a commercial endpoint protection platform solution by ESET. Features, integrations, deployment and the company behind each one, side by side.
Our take
What our shortlists say about the one we picked.
- ESET PROTECT
Best for: Smaller teams wanting a light agent
Its place on the list comes from fit with smaller IT teams, because it plugs into the RMM platforms that IT staff and service providers already use. Its size fit runs from startups to enterprise, and you can keep the console on premises if your policy needs that. Check which add-ons you need, since encryption and multi-factor authentication come separately.
From Best Endpoint Security Solutions for Business, Fall 2026
Reviewed by Nika (Nikoloz) Kokhreidze.
ClamAV is an open-source antivirus engine that detects trojans, viruses, malware, and other malicious threats.
Cloud-managed endpoint protection, detection and response for businesses
Side-by-side comparison
Feature
ClamAV
ESET PROTECT
Pricing model
Free
Commercial
Category
Endpoint Protection Platform
Endpoint Protection Platform
Deployment and fit
Deployment type
On-Premises
Hybrid
Company size fit
Startup, SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
Startup, SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
Company
Company
–
ESET
Use cases and capabilities
Open Source
Yes
No
Security Tools
Yes
No
Ransomware Prevention
No
Yes
Core features
No features listed
10 features listed
Integrations
No integrations listed
17 integrations listed
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