Among the antivirus software industry giants, Sophos has found its place near the top. Its licenses operate on a subscription-based model, and the company has found a stable market in business and enterprise-level protection. If you are a home user, you might ask yourself: "Why does that concern me?" Well, for a simple reason: Sophos Home Premium.
Corporate-level security for families
That's right, Sophos Home Premium is designed for end users, bringing corporate-level security to your home. For someone who's looking to manage multiple computers, Sophos Home Premium is the answer. This is especially useful in the case of a family environment, as it supports thorough parental control. The owner of a Sophos account can block inappropriate websites, which are logged on the web dashboard.Mixed results in threat defense
In terms of protection, Sophos Home Premium has shown decent scores against malware attacks, but its defense against phishing leaves a lot to be desired. However, it has a relatively low number of false positives and did well in hands-on tests.Remote management from anywhere
One area where Sophos Home Premium shines is remote management. Each device's settings are linked to the management website, which allows multi-device monitoring from one location. This feature is greatly appreciated even by an individual who wants to manage the protection of different devices. Sophos Home Premium allows coverage for up to ten devices. If you'd like to test the software, Sophos offers a 30-day free trial.A heavily web-based interface
While it may lack some of the features available from competitors, Sophos Home Premium is fairly straightforward. The UI design of the desktop app is simple, and it is mainly useful for running scans. All other options lead to the dashboard on Sophos' website. While this may seem odd, keep in mind that Sophos Home Premium is designed with remote control in mind. The dashboard is easy to navigate and intuitive.
