Trend Micro Premium Security Suite Review: Is it Worth the Money? (2021)
How good is the Trend Micro Premium Security Suite? What features does it offer,
and how well does it fare when it comes to malware protection and system performance?
Find out everything in this in-depth review. It’s no secret that cyberattacks and malware
threats continue to be on the rise and more sophisticated than ever.
If you are serious about protecting data, privacy, and identity of yourself and your loved ones,
a premium antivirus software is a must-have tool. We know the cost can be inconvenient sometimes,
but the high level of protection that they offer makes it worth it in the end.
That said, one of the most talked-about antivirus software in the cybersecurity
space in recent times is Trend Micro. If you are curious to know what this
antivirus software really brings to the table, you have come to the right place. In this video,
we will do a comprehensive review of Trend Micro Premium Security Suite, which is the
company’s top-of-the-line antivirus suite. While its name implies that it guarantees
premium security, we have decided not to just take the company’s word for it,
and actually put it under the microscope. In this review, we will examine how the
product fares in different categories like features, malware protection,
system performance, pricing, and more. At the end of each category, we will award
a score out of 5, with 5 being the best possible score. This will highlight the
product’s performance in that category. Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty.
First, let’s see how the product fares when it comes to features.
Trend Micro Premium Security Suite is advertised as the company’s most comprehensive plan,
so you would expect it to come with tons of features. To be honest,
you won’t be disappointed. The product offers a robust set of basic and advanced features,
giving you incredible value for your money. It’s a long list of features, but the most
noteworthy ones include protection against malware, advanced AI learning, protection against
email scams, Trend Micro Pay Guard, kids’ online safety, social media privacy, system optimization,
dark web monitoring, and mobile device security. You will also enjoy some high-end features
like a password manager, which helps you to store and retrieve your passwords on-demand.
The manager guarantees password security by helping you to identify and change weak
passwords. It also offers keystroke encryption, which protects you against keylogging malware.
Furthermore, the package also comes with ID security, which monitors and receives alerts if
your personal data or information is discovered on the dark web. This feature helps prevent identity
theft, which has become extremely rampant in recent years. The built-in Mobile Security
also protects you from ransomware, unsafe Wi-Fi networks, dangerous websites, malicious apps,
and more. It helps optimize your phone so that it continues to run at peak performance.
Probably the most impressive feature you will find on this package is a Virtual Private Network,
which is a tool that enhances your online privacy and security.
In the end, Trend Micro takes 5 points out of 5 in this category,
thanks to all the amazing features on offer. Next, we will look at its ability
to protect you against malware. In the recent test conducted by AV-Test,
Trend Micro produced an almost flawless performance in terms of malware protection.
As usual, the independent testing lab tested it for two categories – protection
against 0-day malware attacks and protection against widespread and prevalent malware.
In the former category, Trend Micro scored 100 percent in both evaluation months,
which was higher than the industry average of 98.4 percent. The latter category also
saw flawless performances, with the solution scoring 100 percent in both months again.
However, the industry average this time around was 100 percent as well.
Overall, the AV-Test experts awarded a perfect 6 out of 6 scores to Trend Micro for protection,
which is an excellent score.
In our books, again, Trend Micro gets all the available 5 points in this category.
The next question you may be asking is, does it put a strain on system performance?
Well, let’s see how it performs on that front. As the recent AV-Test results highlight,
Trend Micro doesn’t put much stress on your system performance. It quietly does its job
in the background without getting in your way, so you can focus on doing things that matter to you.
The test measured the slowdown experienced due to the antivirus software when doing common tasks,
like downloading and installing applications, launching popular
websites, copying files, and more. Overall, Trend Micro showcased exceptional overall
performance, and its performance was on par with other leading antivirus products like Bitdefender,
McAfee, and Norton. Overall, it earned full marks from the AV-Test for system performance.
In our books as well, it scores 5 points out of 5 in this category.
Next, we will see how much it costs to use the Trend Micro Premium Security Suite.
Trend Micro Premium Security Suite costs a whopping $69.95 per year,
and that’s the introductory price. It seems a bit expensive,
but when you look at the comprehensive protection and the wide range of amazing features on offer,
you’ll understand why it costs that much. In addition, you will be able to protect
up to 10 devices with a single subscription, so it’s a great option if you are looking to cover
all your family devices. Also, the product is compatible with all major operating systems,
including Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. See the official link we have added in the
description section down below for a special discount on Trend Micro.
However, if you are still unsure about this product, you can take the free 30-day
trial to see if the product is right for you. For pricing, the Trend Micro Premium Security
Suite takes 4 out of the 5 points available. While we think it provides a lot of value for money,
the price point is slightly on the expensive side. Finally, we will see what the
product interface looks like. Overall, the interface looks very appealing
and organized. On the main screen, there’s large icons for options like device, privacy,
data, and family. Just below the icons, there is a large “scan” button, which you can click on to run
either a quick scan or a full scan. Beneath the scan button is a large description of your current
security status. You will also find text captions and tips to explain how the whole thing works.
Just beside your protection status, there is the settings dialog,
which, when clicked, opens up a new page where you will find different options. You won’t find
anything too intimidating; we assure you. No needless clutter, as each feature is deftly
sorted into visually unique icons. The interface has a clear layout that makes it easy to navigate,
especially as the scan button and different options are located in the center of the display.
While more experienced antivirus users may wish for greater control,
the simplified approach adopted by this company may offer a refreshing change for users who
usually find antivirus settings complicated. It’s another perfect performance for Trend Micro,
grabbing all the available 5 points in this category.
In conclusion, Trend Micro is a very versatile and powerful piece of software, and the Premium
Security Suite is as comprehensive as it gets. It doesn’t only provide comprehensive and reliable
protection but also offers a ton of features and utilities. While it may be considered expensive,
we believe it offers enough value for money. If you have thoughts or opinions you’d like
to share about this antivirus software, do share them with us in the comments section.
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