Product A
Cylance PROTECT
by BlackBerry
AI-only endpoint prevention that blocks threats before they execute.
$40yr
Visit Cylance PROTECT →Product B
ESET NOD32 Antivirus
by ESET
Veteran lightweight antivirus prized by power users and IT pros.
$39.99yr
Visit ESET NOD32 Antivirus →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Cylance PROTECT | ESET NOD32 Antivirus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40yr | $39.99yrBetter |
| Free Tier | No | No |
| Top Pros | Works fully offline after model deployment | Tiny footprint — fast on older hardware |
| Low false positives from mature AI model | Strong zero-day heuristics | |
| Minimal agent overhead | Detailed scan controls | |
| Top Cons | No built-in EDR response features without CylanceOPTICS add-on | Interface less polished than Norton/Bitdefender |
| Expensive for SMBs | No VPN on base tier |
Choose Cylance PROTECT if you…
- Want: works fully offline after model deployment
- Want: low false positives from mature ai model
- Want: minimal agent overhead
Choose ESET NOD32 Antivirus if you…
- Want: tiny footprint — fast on older hardware
- Want: strong zero-day heuristics
- Want: detailed scan controls