Someone reviewed v on Jul 5, 2022

Pros: 555

Cons: 555

Bottom Line: 555

CyberDoc999 reviewed v10.0 on Dec 24, 2016

so bloated .... made my I7 skylake into a 386 so slow
also very hard to un-install you wait and wait

it did make me finally buy the Sandboxie lifetime version for my sandbox
Comodo is too slow

Lsavagejt reviewed v10.0 on Dec 23, 2016

Comodo totally hosed my rig. Had to reinstall Windows.

CyberDoc999 reviewed v8.2.0.4674 on Aug 13, 2015

not the best are you too cheap to buy the best = ESET
and Firewalls are soo great
windows has a Firewall

Matthewsadmin reviewed v8.1.0.4426 on May 13, 2015

Best Security application!!
It has the best antivirus protection ever possible, I have been through malware issues with other security software, Comodo internet security was my last choice, I gave it a try with lots of hesitations. It is the best app ever
Download Internet Security https://www.comodo.com/h...e-internet-security.php

CyberDoc999 reviewed v8.1.0.4426 on Feb 8, 2015

matousec has not been updated since may 2014

Enlightenment reviewed v8.0.0.4337 on Dec 19, 2014

Comodo Internet Security has ranked 1st place in Software Firewall tests for the last 7 years. http://www.matousec.com/...hallenge-64/results.php

reddy.shyam reviewed v8.0.0.4337 on Nov 18, 2014

Best getting better! Love the small print of memory usage.

mikebray reviewed v7.0.313494.4115 on Mar 12, 2014

pretty good

mikebratley reviewed v7.0.313494.4115 on Mar 11, 2014

5 stars

Lsavagejt reviewed v6.3.302093.2976 on Nov 27, 2013

You must give specific permission to some programs or Comodo will block them, as it should. The installation feels a bit heavy---I'm sure Melih would like it if you would install his AV component and geek buddy too, but you don't have to do that.

RobbieAtlanta reviewed v5.5.195786.1382 on Mar 27, 2013

The WORST Internet security you could ever choose. DO NOT USE THIS! The product is terrible, and the customer service is even worse! TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE!!!

bobad reviewed v5.5.195786.1382 on Dec 26, 2012

This is not v5.xxx!

It's v.6.xxx, which is very hard to use.

sheinaya reviewed v5.5.195786.1382 on Jul 21, 2012

Try ca anti virus, for me its the best, real time scanner is very light, unlike other anti-virus makes your PC stuck at 5-10secs.
I have a copy, license will expire on 2015,
you can download it here>> ca-anti-virus dot weebly dot com

johnk119 reviewed v5.5.195786.1382 on Aug 10, 2011

Worked Great for me. Now I'm using Avast along with Comodo Firewall only though.

CyberDoc999 reviewed v5.3.50343.1237 on May 5, 2011

It is OK for 32 bit......BUT Comodo has nothing but bugs and slowness in 64 bit!!
I will never use it for 64 bit again!!!!!

HeilNizar reviewed v5.3.181415.1237 on Apr 21, 2011

Comodo firewall... Yes, and one of the best around, although I find PrivateFirewall much better.
Comodo other products.. No, specially not their AV

However, I see that Comodo is trying to stick too much into their firewall, which needs some tweaking to disable them as they will only slow your computer down.

I'm afraid they are heading toward the same destination as most of softwares, making it bloated and full of useless things.

johnk119 reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 31, 2011

This software has protected me for a long time.

jangadbutta reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 30, 2011

Do not contact www.sipvoipsdk.com!!! They sell old version of VoIP SIP SDK with no permission. I bought the license, but it was outdated, I couldn't do anything with it, and they gave me no support!!! Thanks to the guy from www.voipsipsdk.com that helped me out.

ailef reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 13, 2011

I don't understand why it's not secure at all as the list you're talking about is based on signed files.
did you ever install any malware digitally signed ?
comodo worked on a software more friendly as lot of people were lost with all the alerts they had to create rules, alerts for the firewall, alerts for Defense+, as they didnt know what to do with all those alerts.
now, comodo can run with a limited number of rules to create for common users that hate all those complicated softwares with tones of settings and alerts.
But what i like the best is that comodo is still configurable to have full control on the traffic with alerts for anything, so you create many rules for each process, or use predefined policies like "browser policy" or "ftp client" , "email client, outgoing only, trusted apps and blocked apps.
the defense+ is a powerfull security tool to monitor all files activities and decide what a file will be allowed to do on the system.
defense+ is protecting by default important files and folders, you can add your own files and folders rule, there's a default protected reg keys and you can also add your own keys you want to protect, there's a protected COM interfaces also configurable like you want.
and to help defense+ configuration, there's a sandbox where anything that's not part of trusted software vendors is launched sandboxed with a level of security you chose to run the file sandboxed. there are several levels of security from partially limited to blocked. setting blocked for unknown files is too high as the file cant run so just before blocked you have "untrusted files" that will launch the unknown file with not enough rights to corrupt your system.
the files unrecognized will stay into the sandbox as long as you decide about it. if you know the file, so it's not a problem, sometimes comodo doesnt know all softwares, and the unrecognized files sandboxed stored into a specific place are submitted to the cloud so, they're analysed and if they're unknown, after some days, they'll be classified as trusted or not,
even if you didnt install the AV, you got the cloud that will inform you about the unrecognized file.
this software is really great and needs to be tested, you can use the version with the AV, but I like comodo for his firewall and Defense+
I use a shareware as Antivirus to complete Comodo.

JCookes reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 12, 2011

Not secure at all, it has tons of malware creators in its whitelist by default.

Rarebit reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 12, 2011

No problems with install, works fine after applications are learned.
I wonder maybe another of those payed people.

bobad reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 12, 2011

Great release! It just keeps getting better. Those accusing Comodo of being on the take from purveyors of spyware couldn't be more wrong. Comodo is highly aware there is a fine balance between too many alerts and letting in a few "undesirable programs" (but not true malware). All AV developers are faced with the same dilemma.

bob.marty reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 12, 2011

I had the similiar problem and finally I found solution:
www.sipVoipSdk.com

Lsavagejt reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 12, 2011

Seems fine. Disabled AV and Sandbox. Maximize D+.

TomWibbaert reviewed v5.3.44816.1227 on Jan 11, 2011

BEWARE !!!!!

Comodo issued this "update" to dump some thousands of shady toolbar- and other malware "vendors" into your "Trusted Vendors" list !!!!

Their motto is : If you don't pay money for a security program, give all our friends who make toolbar scams 100% TRUST on their systems !

bobad reviewed v5.3.43550.1216 on Dec 31, 2010

Comodo adds a 5th layer, rootkit detection. This suite is just incredible, and all the average person will ever need. They have even more advanced functionality in the works called DACS. It's a stunning development, and uses pooled definitions from most of the other AV developers.

johnk119 reviewed v5.0.32580.1142 on Nov 29, 2010

I've been using this software for 2 years and I must say I'm very happy with it and its configurability

reddy.shyam reviewed v5.0.32580.1142 on Nov 3, 2010

Nothing new in this version apart from enabling V4 users to auto update to V5.

asaenz reviewed v5.0.163652.1142 on Oct 28, 2010

New version less stable. Sometimes I have to reboot to access menu.
Update: decided to reinstall with a newer installation file.

bobad reviewed v5.0.163652.1142 on Oct 6, 2010

Very competent security suite. Comodo has taken the advice of users, and chipped away at problems and deficiencies. All 4 layers of protection work great. It's fast and stable. The definitions are huge, but those of all good AV programs are these days. My favorite feature is, this suite is complete, and you don't need anything else for protection. If something gets through, you're not paying attention. The only problem is, it doesn't white list every legitimate software in the universe, but that's not realistic. I haven't heard it said, so I'll say it: Comodo is now as good as the top 3 commercial suites, while being less resource hungry and more pleasant to use. Thanks for listening Comodo, I will be donating!

johnk119 reviewed v5.0.162636 on Sep 18, 2010

Beautiful piece of software... I recommend it to anyone with a brain

asaenz reviewed v5.0.162636 on Sep 16, 2010

I can't understand why this program can't use the previous version's data and has to update its database as if it were being installed for the first time. I updated from 4.x to 5.x and had to set it to learning mode. The sandbox didn't work (froze my system ... even the clock) so I disabled it until I can try a future version. The antivirus update required approximately 12 minutes to update. I'm giving it a 4 because of the sandbox freezing my system otherwise the remainder seems to work fine. Seems a bit slower but might be because I decided to try out the antivirus and have only been using the firewall and defense+ prior to this update/version.
UPDATE: Am uninstalling this version, lowering my rating, and am going to try to revert back to prior version because this one has rendered my computer unusable at times.

bobad reviewed v5.0.162636 on Sep 16, 2010

Now at version 5, I see nothing wrong with this Internet security suite. It's a 4 part suite, the only complete Freeware suite I know of. Comodo's responsiveness to features, bugs, and false positives are as good as any commercial AV. The hit accuracy is now right up there with the best commercial AV's. The GUI is quick, light on resources, and polished. Over the past several months, I have had wishes and a few problems, but now have none. Comodo has addressed every single problem and wish. Do try this program, and if you find something wanting, just let Comodo know.

Lsavagejt reviewed v5.0.162636 on Sep 15, 2010

Nice new look. v4 was hideous. Uses more cpu than v4, but not too bad. It's as informative as ever, which like. Don't know about the sandbox thingy. Anyway....

Hall9000 reviewed v5.0.162051.1126 RC on Sep 14, 2010

When I installed it I had the following weird problem pop up! I have Pixo installed on my computer. It never asks to be installed. Yet, when I installed their firewall Pixo would keep insisting to be installed when I would boot up my computer! Anyone else have that weird problem happen to them? When I uninstalled their firewall the problem vanished.

Windows XP Pro with service pack 3

Input Overload reviewed v5.0.162051.1126 RC on Sep 12, 2010

The firewall is overly complicated for new users, I haven't forgiven Comodo for buying then removing as a separate download my favourite trojan killer BoClean. Grrrrrrrrrr. A good security suite however esp for free!. (Still not forgiven them though)

Lsavagejt reviewed v5.0.162051.1126 RC on Sep 11, 2010

I like this informative firewall, but the sandbox is a little weird. Doesn't seem to be any way to delete files from it. Purge non-existent files or restore good ones. What about the bad ones?

Hallway reviewed v5.0.161695.1120 RC on Sep 7, 2010

Still the same bugs as version 5, still the same bugs as version 4.
Still the same thing all the time.

Bring on version 6 beta for the fanboys !!!!!

CyberDoc999 reviewed v5.0.161695.1120 RC on Sep 5, 2010

sandbox does not work
slowed my pc down
3 ghz

xsnred reviewed v5.0.161695.1120 RC on Sep 4, 2010

Used CIS for awhile and was very happy. Tried to have Shields Up get through to my PC but they couldn't. I switched back to ZoneAlarm cause of less mem being used and Shields Up still can't get through. I used ZoneAlarm for so long that I have a hard time switching to anything else. I have not had any problems with either product. CIS is a great product.

E.T reviewed v5.0.161695.1120 RC on Sep 3, 2010

Awesome.. Fantastic! giving me an excellent protection for my PC computer and will definitely become as my primary Firewall. A ton of features!, Doesnt slow down my PC, No memory leak, Nice GUI. Thanks so much comodo team. This what's firewall should be!!! giving free the best of the best PROTECTION for people around the world. Highly Recommanded!. 6 STAR Rating.

Passed all 148 tests by independant tester. Amazing.. Keep up a good work!

BTW: where is the changelogs, buddy ??? I need to see it. :-D

reddy.shyam reviewed v5.0.157302.1066 Beta on Aug 10, 2010

Been using the beta since it was announced on the forum. It has been rock solid as the stable 4. Thanks to the company for making such an excellent freeware!

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v5.0.157302.1066 Beta on Aug 10, 2010

5/5

sweathog reviewed v5.0.157302.1066 Beta on Aug 9, 2010

This is good software. Probably the best of its kind. But I quickly uninstalled it.

@anomoly. Like you I have ended my chase for the latest and greatest firewall. it's a never ending cycle that's not worth the time invested.

I used to go back and forth between Comodo and Outpost (paid version). Either they were memory hogs or had periodic problems during booting up my PC. Security is very important. But, egged on by testing sites like www.matousec.com you can invest a lot of time and money in switching to the best firewall only to discover that three months later it has security holes. So I have permanently switched to a combination of PC Tools (because it's light on resources and can alert me to software that phones home), as well as closely policing sites with java script and using OpenDNS servers behind my router. In combination, those tools have kept virtually all malware and other Internet nastiness at bay.

asaenz reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jul 8, 2010

Would be nice if it would use the old configuration files when you update instead of deleting them during installation and having to start from scratch and have to relearn everything. I would like to see an option to be reminded that protection is disabled after nn minutes. Not a major problem for me but the installation messages were sometimes hiding behind the initial installation screen that shows the progress and I had to pull it to the side to continue working with the current message which should have focus. I can't easily find a place to make changes to the settings once I choose an answer, in particular the sandbox.

Enlightenment reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jul 3, 2010

Comodo passed all 148 tests done by this independant tester. If your favorite piece of junk would be better than Comodo, then it would be below it!
http://www.matousec.com/...y-challenge/results.php

GrailKnight reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jun 5, 2010

Blocks everything I throw at it when testing and allows only what I want to access the network. For a free program Comodo should be given a look see by those seeking a great free firewall.

For those complaining about the options I have found them to be straight forward but then again I do not install programs and then not look at how to use them.

anomoly reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jun 4, 2010

Absolutely atrocious gui. what a mess.
Need an actual training course to use. garbage
option to use comodo dns servers (all your browsing is their business). NOT
private firewall is a joke.
pc tools is the ONLY free fw that just works with any config or software and is simple and straightforward without wondering what the hell is going on, no booting or software issues whatsoever, wondering why the fw doesn't question some things but does others, or having a gui straight from hell like this crap

reddy.shyam reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jun 4, 2010

Best freeware out there. I had no issues since I switched to it couple of years ago. Kudos to the team

xsnred reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jun 3, 2010

Make up your mind nvic! I have used Comodo and it is just fine and I even had Shields Up try to get thru and they couldn't. The only problem I had with it is the nag screen every time I wanted to use cleaning software. I know I could "allow" those programs to run with Comodo but I switched back to ZoneAlarm free, which btw, Shields Up could not get thru either. Comodo is free and it gives you the av also. Excellent program.

nvic reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jun 3, 2010

It just works.

Also can't argue with the fact that it's free for business use. AVG and Antivir aren't.

bobad reviewed v4.1.149672.916 on Jun 3, 2010

Well, they fixed the incompatibility with XMPlayer and other compressed EXE files. That's a step in the right direction, and proves they want to do it right. There are many other good fixes and improvements in this release, and I recommend you try it. It's plenty enough protection to run on your main system, with 4 layers of protection. AFAIK, it's the ONLY total package that's free, and it's NOW CLEAN! 2 extra stars for being clean!

bobad reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on May 10, 2010

Nice, but quirky.

Absolutely will not allow XMPlay to run, even if you tell it to ignore it. Comodo has known about this problem for 2 months. Shame on them.

PlPeR reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on May 2, 2010

installed 2 weeks ago & yes it does what it says - good protection & very good for the pc - my pc has never performed so well & is a lot healthier - i used to use norton but i found that slowed my pc down due to usage of lot memory as told me by a friend - this product is a very sensible application & protection is thorough

UPieper reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on May 2, 2010

Installed it today - only the FW portion - without any problems. Before uninstalling my old version 3.x I have exported the configuration which I've then imported to the new v4 without problems. Running fine so far on WIN XP /SP3....no slowdowns or anything...I've disabled the sandbox part by the way since Sandboxie is installed on my system

PS: I just saw that it has reached a perfect score on Matousec http://www.matousec.com/...y-challenge/results.php

PSS: To the reviewers below...have you really tried this version?? I had been using V3 for a long time and I think I can honestly say that V4 has the same look&feel&speed as the predecessor...

PSSS: 3 weeks after my initial review, still no slowdowns and no crashes, ergo still 5 stars

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on Apr 16, 2010

Best firewall xD
No need to install anything more from pack... :)

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on Apr 16, 2010

Best firewall xD
No need to install anything more from pack... :)

nvic reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on Apr 13, 2010

Older versions of Norton spring to mind. Slow, poorly designed, bloatware. I'll stick to my current AV.

Comodo's firewall used to be the only thing I'd recommend for firewall software. Now, it's more of a joke then anything.

ChipChop reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on Apr 13, 2010

While v3 was mature, stable, fast, and good, they replaced it by some ugly looking slow, crap.

Bling reviewed v4.0.141842.828 on Apr 13, 2010

I don't really understand where Comdo think they're going with v4* of this product. The introduction of the sandbox is very poorly implemented and instead of enhancing security, seems to do the exact opposite.

In addition to the 'sandbox' component, the security settings need to be examined very carefully. Certain configuration choices result in rules that potentially allow all communication out. Make sure you select the 'Proactive' option, if you don't, check your firewall rules before venturing onto the Web.

The 'new' web based installer is a bit of a joke, requiring the removal of any existing third party firewall, before downloading this version.

The context sensitive help has been removed from each dialogue box and replaced with a link to their 'live support' operation. Incidentally, the installer now downloads and installs PC Live support without requiring any sort of confirmation. Fortunately, it can be easily removed.

The installer now almost rams their Hopsurf toolbar down your throat and also reintroduces the option to install Ask as your default search engine. All of which are optional, but I'd prefer to have the default set to opt-out and not opt-in.

The interface is still as confusing as ever, if not more so with the added features. the colour is a terrible choice, with no alternatives available with the shipped product to change it. Also, there is no way to clear the log files, without manually resorting to deleting files.

Personally, I think version v4 is a retrograde step. 3.14 had just about reached stability, but instead of simply building on that base and perhaps incorporating ideas from their user base, they 'threw together' this far to hastily released version.

if you like this security suite, I'd stay with 3.14 for now, and if you need a sandbox, use something like sandboxie.

CyberDoc999 reviewed v4.0.138377.779 on Mar 28, 2010

Buggy slow ..... nothing good

Lsavagejt reviewed v4.0.138377.779 on Mar 26, 2010

Don't like the sandbox [slider?], the AV is a joke, and the new color is hellish, but otherwise this fw does its job and won't BSOD on other software.

bellgamin reviewed v4.0.138377.779 on Mar 25, 2010

The bugs are 99% fixed. CIS is fairly stable now. This is a firewall + HIPS + AV + sandbox combo. When installing you have 3 options: (1) install it all, (2) install AV only, (3) install all components EXCEPT the AV.

If you use CIS, I suggest option #3 because the CIS AV is still a very weak sister. (Better free AVs include Avast & Avira Personal).

Once you install, you can use the sandbox or not use it -- your choice.

The HIPS component is D+. I find it "weird" to configure -- not "difficult" but "weird". However, it's configured adequately (not "good" but "adequately") right out of the box.

Protection is VERY good, but CIS is a fuss-budget at times -- i.e., lots of pop-ups from time to time.

I rate it at "4" because there are other similar type combos/suites which are more powerful, & are more intuitive to configure. However, they are NON-free. I will name just 2 such examples (both rate 5 stars):

1- Online Armor & Sandboxie

2- DefenseWall version 3 & Avast

Qlib reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 19, 2010

OK, so I like the new one quite a LOT.. except.. ITS SO BLOODY BUGGY!.. The sandbox feature is a real pain as it causes lots of programs to crash when starting so I had to turn that one off..
It worked fine for about 12 hours but after that every few minutes I get a white rectangle in the middle of the screen as if a splashscreen was supposed to be there, but it never goes away.
Looking in the taskmanger theres no indication that anything in comodo has locked up. I thought there might be something conflicting so I installed it on my Acer Aspire 2930 notebook with absolutely NOTHING except windows 7 home premium 64bit and the current set of windowsupdate patches.. left it for like.. 14 hours and the white square had appeared there as well..

If I click the white square (that is on top of EVERYTHING else) windows instantly throws up a box (behind the white box) asking if I wanna close the app, go online and check for a solution or wait.. touch any option and comodo immediately exits.

Did they test it at all? kinda doesnt seem like this to me..

Jambon reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 7, 2010

Extremely buggy for what they call a "final" product....

nugro reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 6, 2010

The firewall is good the rest is not really, CIS + Other antivirus product you trust.

legion reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 6, 2010

Great pack, I like sandbox feature.

some guy reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 5, 2010

the fire wall is bad the rest is ok sygate+Avira better combo

bobad reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 5, 2010

Nice GUI, more intuitive. That was the biggest drawback of 3.x. Runs very fast and efficiently. Unlike Norton, McAfee, and Kasperski, you hardly notice it's there. When checked against all the rest on virustotal.com, it usually finds everything the big boys find.

RitoSwan reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 5, 2010

Literally still uncountable amount of bugs. These things they dare to call Final releases these days.......

war593122 reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 4, 2010

Sweet, about time. ;)

Lsavagejt reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 4, 2010

A slider control on a sandbox is too weird, and this sandbox has BUGS. Yikes!
Do not install the AV Component and set the HIPS to max.
It passed ShieldsUp and PCFlank.
Without the AV component running it consumes very little cpu/mem, which of course is nice.
Any free firewall that scores 100% on the Matousec tests, doesn't BSOD, and takes it easy on resources earns a five.

Cionno reviewed v4.0.4167.742 on Mar 4, 2010

64bit, works like a charm

firewall is good enough
proactive is great
av too is getting even more score

can't wait for new av comparatives results

pjb reviewed v4.0.129536.679 Beta on Feb 1, 2010

Works well for me. I have tried both *32 and *64 versions. Not sure if CyberDoc999 tested both or just posted on both..

pjb reviewed v4.0.129536.679 Beta on Feb 1, 2010

Works well for me. I have tried both *32 and *64 versions. Not sure if CyberDoc999 tested both or just posted on both..

UPieper reviewed v4.0.129536.679 Beta on Feb 1, 2010

Excellent firewall/Hips....No slowdowns at all!

CyberDoc999 reviewed v4.0.129536.679 Beta on Jan 28, 2010

If you enjoy a very slow computer install this
my specs
3 ghz dual core
3 gigs ram

CyberDoc999 reviewed v4.0.129536.679 Beta on Jan 28, 2010

If you enjoy a very slow computer install this
my specs
3 ghz dual core
3 gigs ram

power55 reviewed v4.0.129536.679 Beta on Jan 27, 2010

I use it since a while and like it.
No memory hangs oder eater.
Works like it should without any problems.
Will use it in the future too.

bobad reviewed v3.13.125662.579 on Jan 6, 2010

CIS is a very nice, very complete security suite. Really no major complaints at all. It can be a little busy when first installed, but settles down after you teach it your normal apps. Install and uninstall go very quickly and work glitch free. It runs smoothly and doesn't seem to slow things down at all.

The only minor complaint I have is the tool bar and web search it installs by default, but you can easily opt out during install. (I advise you to do so) 1/2 point off for that!

Try it, you'll like it.

TomWibbaert reviewed v3.13.121240.5 on Dec 31, 2009

After using the extremely buggy and horribly encoded Onine Armor, this Comodo internet Security feels extremely polished, extremely light on resources and gives much better protection that that crap online armor.

wjf152 reviewed v3.13.121240.5 on Dec 30, 2009

Tried this some time ago before the bugs were fixed and it slowed my pc to unusable . This version however is without doubt the best free offering avaiable . I was on Online Armor but that also slowed the PC to a stop .
Great piece of work .

YoungOldies reviewed v3.13.121240.5 on Dec 30, 2009

I don't get it, my version says 3.13.125662.579

CyberDoc999 reviewed v3.13.121240.5 on Dec 30, 2009

Sorry... I did not like it....
too much fluff.... not enough substance....
the A/V is very low on the totem pole.

GrailKnight reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Dec 20, 2009

Great software firewall from a vendor with very good CS.

There is not a thing wrong with Comodo adding toolbar to keep this program free as long as it can be deselected which it can.

Those complaining about toolbars or ads in free software that can be deselected or not installed should stop being cheap and pay for Pro versions or software in general.

AyeAyeCaptain reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Dec 16, 2009

Great piece of kit, ideal for the almost perfect protection, rock on Comodo, can't wait for the ground breaking v4 to come out.

Best of all, it's free!

war593122 reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Nov 18, 2009

3.13.120417.573 is out now.

* IMPROVED! AV engine now includes more advanced detection techniques
* IMPROVED! Windows XP 64 registry protection has been hardened
* FIXED! Defense+ does not handle object names properly (Reported by our forum member wj32)
* FIXED! Defense+ does not protect against registry key ACL modifications (Reported by our forum member wj32)

Source: http://personalfirewall.....com/release_notes.html

Keverin reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Nov 18, 2009

The internal updater kept on downloading and downloading, at over 400MB I cancelled it, uninstalled this crap, and once again tell people to stay away from this grey crap.

bobad reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Nov 18, 2009

Very complete, functional, light, and useful Internet security suite. Each module works well. The firewall will inexplicably lock out networking and some Internet programs on occasion, but you can un block them. I will never understand why the developer shoots himself in the foot. The current 3.6 user rating would go up 1 point all over the Internet if only he would un check the unrelated
programs during the install process. That's all that keeps it from being a 9 out of 10. Recommended, but do un-check the tool bar, home page, and search options during install.

FailedCRC reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Nov 18, 2009

So tick the logging box for the allow rule you care about?

Lsavagejt reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Nov 18, 2009

It's a five, but I would like to see a log of packets allowed, not just the ones blocked, in real time.

Djuzan Belic reviewed v3.13.119746.572 on Nov 17, 2009

I once sweared to never touch anything Comodo, but to tell the honest truth, the Firewall and the Defense+ are 2 fantastic low-impact secuty features.

I now use Comodo, good god, who would have thought that...

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v3.12.111745.560 on Nov 11, 2009

5/5 - but still shame on adware addon and no standalone firewall pack ;p

asaenz reviewed v3.12.111745.560 on Oct 22, 2009

I've tried a bunch of firewalls, for the past few years, and am currently using this as my firewall because: 1) very low memory footprint, 2) next to no noticeable CPU usage as a percentage of total CPU time, 3) Defense+ not only catches new processes trying to run themselves or new processes but even creating new directories, 4) firewall defends against DOS attacks, 5) I can set it to install mode and it will remind me if I forget to return it to its previous mode, and 6) a bunch of others too numerous to list here and it is hard to find another product with all these grouped into one firewall/malware defense program. The only thing I would ask for is a reminder to take it out of learning mode and a better virus scanner (I don't use it -- takes 2.5 minutes just to scan my desktop -- I'd hate to imagine 100s of gigabytes). If they do, it should check entire disk including MBR. -1 only for the virus scanner -- remainder is top notch. Awesome program if they can address the virus section.

ailef reviewed v3.12.111745.560 on Sep 18, 2009

this Firewall is simply the best FW u can find for windows actually.
works perfectly with windows 7.
if u dont like the antivirus that comes with the suite u're not forced to install it.
but the Firewall with the Defense+ with maximum settings is a must for windows users, why pay for a firewall as u got there what's is the greatest FW u will ever find.
that's not fan comment, but someone that used it for a long time now and there's no better FW outhere.

GrailKnight reviewed v3.12.111745.560 on Sep 18, 2009

As long as the option is there to not install an ad related toolbar to support the program being free I will use this program and it is not like Comodo is the first company to do this.

CIS is an excellent firewall and has low system impact.

spiked reviewed v3.11.108364.552 on Aug 27, 2009

I dislike the fact that Comodo AntiVirus is only available now as part of this bundle, but it's easy to deselect the Firewall during setup, and the Firewall isn't bad if you don't already have something else you prefer. There is very little nagging about upgrading to their Pro edition, and Comodo's Hopsurf Toolbar (replacing the Ask toolbar which they previously included) is still easily deselected with no further nagging. Comodo recently added their own secure DNS but I prefer OpenDNS. For now at least, Comodo's DNS isn't selected by default so it's just an extra click on Next. Comodo's default mode (Clean PC) is a tad bit more "in your face" with overly cautious prompts than I would like, but it's comparable to what you'd expect to see with consumer editions of McAfee, Norton, etc. Performance has been fairly good in recent releases, but one weak area is DOS apps. If you've got a lot of legacy real-mode DOS executables, Comodo AV tends not to like it. It's OK to have text-based console mode Win32 apps (which basically look like DOS programs but don't require real-mode) but true DOS stuff makes Comodo freak out in ways that I can't seem to suppress or bypass. This release fixes a fairly stupid bug which caused Comodo AV to interfere with Windows Updates.

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v3.10.102363.531 on Jul 22, 2009

5/5
but adware in installation is shame...
but I can not install it, simply disabling it in installation...

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v3.10.102363.531 on Jul 22, 2009

Yep, containing adware in installation is shame but you can disable it...
like in uT ask toolbar etc...

Pfurri reviewed v3.10.102363.531 on Jul 8, 2009

I have to renew my last comment (bad = 1 star), because it was a fault in combination with Avast Antivirus ! Both together break the whole system and it will fall into basement (like i said before) !!! :-( I'm very sorry Comodo (my fault) !
The only weak point (my opinion) : It has to much false alarm (software installation) !

Chocobito reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 4, 2009

Comodo is very bloated, only the install is 70+MB, use a combination of other soft take less , out there are better free antivirus and better free firewall, the last Outpost Firewall 2009 Free its more light and its better that Comodo in leak-tests ,that is that Comodo always presume. Comodo its a ad-ware-bloatware crap right now. Much better free alternative exist.

Ajay2k reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 4, 2009

@ Second Shadow: The reason Comodo added the toolbar has absolutely nothing to do with money or keeping there software free, it has to do with adding there buffer overflow sandboxing to protect a browser from being hijacked, that is all, nothing more nothing less! Since they have now added it to CIS they no longer needed the toolbar, but have since changed the toolbar over to using there HopSurf instead, but as before its still optional, so I wish people get there facts straight including that rathole called Softpedia, who have for the last 2-3 years been as crappy and un-trustworthy as CNET, but thats another story :)

Oh to get you using your brain on this adware rubbish, try looking at other software for a change, like CCleaner, ATI Catalyst, Adobe products, or even MS Messanger.......then maybe people like you will stop this crap about Comodo and adware!!

Second Shadow reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 4, 2009

When Comodo first started bundling the adware toolbar, Comodo Antivirus detected the toolbar as Malware. Take a look:
http://www.calendarofupd...p;type=post&id=6114

Priceless :)

Anyway, to noonelives below, Comodo really doesn't need to bundle an advertising toolbar in order to be able to keep their software free. They're big enough of a company (do some research and you'll see) and, by their own admittance, "Comodo's main revenue comes from authenticating web business with SSL certificates". See: http://personalfirewall.comodo.com/whyfree.html

EDIT:

To Ajay2k above:

Uh, uh, calm down, buddy, no need to get personal here :)
I beg to disagree, the reason Comodo added the toolbar has EVERYTHING to do with money. That's what a member of the Comodo Staff said in their forums: "This is just giving our users a choice in their search engine choice and making Comodo some money. " (source: http://forums.comodo.com...tml;msg162838#msg162838). See? ;)
And since you mentioned "Buffer Overflows", let me mention that the Ask Toolbar has some buffer overflow problems of its own: "Joey Mengele has discovered a vulnerability in Ask Toolbar, which can be exploited by malicious people to compromise a user's system." (source: http://secunia.com/advisories/26960/). Reassuring, isn't it?
And please don't tell me that you actually believe that HopSurf has nothing to do with Ask Networks Inc.; it belongs to them! Take a look at what they say in the HopSurf EULA: "7.2.If you wish to remove and uninstall HopSurf from your computer, click on the "Start" button; then click on the "Settings" button, then click on the "Control Panel" button, then click on the "Add or Remove Programs" button, then look for "Ask Toolbar" and click on the "Change/Remove" button." That's right, no typo there, crystal clear: "Ask Toolbar" (source: http://www.hopsurf.com/license.jsp). Need I say more?

I could go on, Ajay2k, and I could start calling you names, but I won't. Just make sure you know what you're talking about before personally attacking people for their statements.

noonelives reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 3, 2009

I don't understand user complaining about Comodo is a bloatware software, this is the best free firewall out there, and for any reason comodo is keeping this software free because there are receiving financial income from advertising.
It clear says that you can opt not to install it. User doesn't read, they just click Next button without reading...... Please don't bad rate software because your are lazy to read before install. ...

sps reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 3, 2009

Version 3.10.102194.530 has been released!
Great suite, you have the option to NOT install the adwares, be sure to uncheck all the boxes during installation and you are good to go!
Get the latest releases here:
http://forums.comodo.com...ncementsnews_cis-b129.0/

DJHasis reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 3, 2009

Haven't yet installed this build, (wine can't emulate this on my work pc) but here's the changelog http://forums.comodo.com..._released-t41954.0.html

Blaxima reviewed v3.10.101801.529 on Jul 3, 2009

Can you hear that?? That's the sound of your bandwidth coming to a screeching halt. So not only do I get throttled by my provider(Rogers you suck) but I can compound this further by installing comodo!! Look it might have good protection but it can't match a router for inbound and windows firewall for outbound traffic because neither of those crash like this bloated piece of rubbish.

You really do not need this crap bogging your system down. I had been using it for a while BUT as soon as I removed it my download speeds increased by more than %200, no word of a lie.

Chocobito reviewed v3.9.95478.509 on May 20, 2009

Its really a shame that Comodo has become, now its a bloatware with adware instalation, some software portal like Softpedia delete Comodo from his list because Comodo refuse to throw away his adware instalation, really really shame.

GerritWittesaele reviewed v3.9.95478.509 on May 19, 2009

I always knew this Comodo had nothing but bad intentions, being a wolf, but presenting themselves as sheep.

Chocobito reviewed v3.9.95478.509 on May 19, 2009

Its really a shame that Comodo has become, now its a bloatware with adware instalation, some software portal like Softpedia delete Comodo from his list because Comodo refuse to throw away his adware instalation, really really shame.

ma71 reviewed v3.9.76924.507 on May 14, 2009

The still the BEST, just need Windows 7 RC support fast...

myboy reviewed v3.9.76924.507 on May 13, 2009

You seem to be talking about the firewall part. It will indeed tell you if a file is infected since that's what an anti-virus program is supposed to do. This software has two components, the firewall AND the anti-virus.

Ain Soph Aur reviewed v3.9.76924.507 on May 13, 2009

sorry i never installed the anti-virus part :)
my fault

myboy reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 11, 2009

I don't like the 3.x versions. Interface is a regression from the version 2.x. Too bad 2.x had major stability problems. This version hids the programs in the "Network Security Policy" which normal people wouldn't know to look. Zone Alarm is better in this respect in that the programs listed are in plain view but again, stability issues also affect it too. "View Firewall Events" are pretty lousy too as it only lists what was blocked. What if you had accidentally clicked to allow a program to run? Well, good luck remembering what you clicked since that information won't be listed in the events.

As for the anti-virus, it has a lot (and I do mean A LOT) of false positives. You better hope you know what you're doing since it listed some everyday Windows programs as being infected.

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 2, 2009

Yep, still awesome !!!
but this adware (you can disable this in installation...) is annoying for novice users...

jorgosch reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 2, 2009

I've tried Outpost, Kaspersky, Norton and Online Armor, and while Outpost is the only one I'd consider at least equal to this product, this one is free and beats anything else hands down. Just 2 days ago I tried to install Online Armor Free on a XP machine and it would not even finish the install, freezing at the Wizard.
Virtually no slowdowns, very configurable, awesome support and community. As for the other components, the antivirus is very new and has some room to be improved, the HID component is very good but a bit chatty for my taste. If you look for a firewall, look no further!
The issue that there's a Safe Surf/Ask Toolbar Component in the installer is minor at best, since you can always chose to not install it, and anyone using a firewall product should pay attention to the prompts anyway. Adware for me is installing annoying stuff without asking for consent, which doesn't happen here.

sdmunoz reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 1, 2009

So far... the best internet security program I ever tested. Now I'm using it and I feel protected. Even avast! fails in detect and clean some viruses with heuristics, but this doesn't.

RECOMENDED 100%

yokozuna reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 1, 2009

Epic fail.

Fortunately there are other freeware decent firewalls like Online Armor or Agnitum Outpost 2009 Free http://download.cnet.com...0-10435_4-10913746.html and a bunch of good freeware antiviral tools.

Chocobito reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 1, 2009

Now is adware, is a shame that Comodo include that tyoe of aplications in his installer by default, sorry Comodo.

us3r reviewed v3.9.75615.498 RC2 on May 1, 2009

http://www.matousec.com/...y-challenge/results.php

nuff said

bobad reviewed v3.9.74913.496 RC1 on Apr 28, 2009

Comodo Internet Security has chosen to get in bed with the very scum it is supposed to protect us from. ** How can we ever trust them again?

**http://news.softpedia.co...-Softpedia-110169.shtml

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v3.9.74913.496 RC1 on Apr 28, 2009

The best firewall now...

see some tests
http://www.matousec.com/...y-challenge/results.php

Pure awesome win, and its free !!!

Virtual_ManPL reviewed v3.9.74913.496 RC1 on Apr 28, 2009

The best firewall now...

see some tests
http://www.matousec.com/...y-challenge/results.php

Pure awesome win, and its free !!!

@ up - thanks for info...
but you can disable SafeSurf i installation, but still is very s*** change...

Ain Soph Aur reviewed v3.9.74913.496 RC1 on Apr 28, 2009

it just works, its good and its free! really a good firewall

Pfurri reviewed v3.9.74913.496 RC1 on Apr 27, 2009

"GerritWittesaele" Why do you comment something, if you don't know what you're talking about (thank God ! also idiots must die one day) !!!
I tried all (more than jorgosch), but no one is like Comodo (and free too) !!!

jorgosch reviewed v3.9.74913.496 RC1 on Apr 27, 2009

I've tried Outpost, Kaspersky, Norton and Online Armor, and while Outpost is the only one I'd consider at least equal to this product, this one is free and beats anything else hands down. Virtually no slowdowns, very configurable, awesome support and community. As for the other components, the antivirus is very new and has some room to be improved, the HID component is very good but a bit chatty for my taste. If you look for a firewall, look no further!

myboy reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 21, 2009

Outstanding application. I just love how granular the firewall can be (it's a bit of a hassle to really set up correctly for the first time...but so is any firewall in my opinion). This app exceed my expectations and this new beta solved my problem with the firewall incorrectly blocking some traffic from a VMware virtual machine. Anyway, highly recommended.

GerritWittesaele reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 19, 2009

Lousy dump tool, like every Comodo tool.

DaveBG reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 19, 2009

The firewall concept might be good but it never installed. I tryed on several commuters including new and every time it failed to work as expected. I had to get rid of manually and reset the network adapters drivers in order to restore connection.

GunnzAkimbo2007 reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 19, 2009

Im using this on Vistax64 obviously.

For a free app, 5 stars.

Can't complain, but how much longer before they can it?

doctorsmith reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 18, 2009

pretty good security package, the Av component isn't really up to scratch yet but is improving all the time so at the moment I'd use a separate AV, the firewall is top notch and Defense + is excellent when configured correctly. Don't take any notice of the ridiculous negative comments below, they are obviously written by people who don't know how to configure this security app.

thx31 reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 18, 2009

There is no question that Comod firewall is one of the best free firwalls out but, like most companies, they are trying to everything and the other aspects of this security program fall short. I would rather see Comodo continue to just wokr on improving their firewall and leave the rest out.

To the person that loves this program but doesn't use the anti-virus and uses another anti-virus, I have one question- Why use this program when the standalone firewall is also free?

Lsavagejt reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 17, 2009

Comodo Firewall is the best right now, free or otherwise. The AV component is optional, and Defense + is less resource intensive than ThreatFire. Matousec has this firewall at the top- better than both Online Armor and Outpost, which are both noisier and more resource hungry than Comodo.

Djuzan Belic reviewed v3.9.74199.494 Beta on Apr 17, 2009

Makes your system real slow, and is horribly dumb in comparison to some REAL internet security suites. and Buggy as hell.

robmanic44 reviewed v3.9.73525.491 Beta on Apr 15, 2009

I've received lots of e-mails from these bozos asking permission to check my network security. Even I am not that stupid.

This product is proof positive that you get what you pay for

psycros reviewed v3.9.73015.489 Beta on Apr 12, 2009

Defense+ is too sensitive, not smart enough..that you end up just disabling it out of annoyance. Antivirus gets a few that the others don't but misses some that ALL the others detect! Firewall is its strongest point - seems as good or better than anything else I've tried.

johnk119 reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Apr 10, 2009

This is great firewall software... I don't use the antivirus that comes with it, but I do use avira and I used to AVG... I"m trying them all out;... This is a great firewall.... i mean when i see it or touch it with my mouse pointer
i spontaneously have an orgasm

McAleck reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Mar 25, 2009

Pretty good for a free internet security software, but it's not without flaws. My biggest gripe is high memory usage during scan and poor virus detection rate. It should also be more user friendly, like Norton

bruc reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Mar 2, 2009

Desaster. This version does not allow passing log in screen. And trying to update, I get error 106 message. Why, I don't know, because update works fine on laptop. The same problem I had with tre previous version as well. This way CIS becomes unuseful.

TheDroidDotBot reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Mar 1, 2009

Of all the free Network Protection Software, available free for ( HOME USE ),

'Comodo firewall pro' 3.0.13.268 - is the dog's danglies. 10/10

-pity the other :-

anti- spyware programs ,
anti- malware programs ,
anti- rootkit programs, & finally
anti- virus, programs.

so far none found cannot support a symbiosis type relation-ship, either resident, nor on a rota basis. (obviously manual start - etc), . . .

formatted hdd's yesterday, new XpProSp3 + drivers today, will try C.I.S. after restore-point and will post back shortly (upto 1 week)

3 as it's comodo, for now. _d.b_

OKAY

[ I have chosen not to install the a/v - portion of the set-up !! taking notes?]-trust avg8.?????

surf engine seems to be a 3square inch window that does nothing, then try the update button!!!! 106 error

firewall "NONE-PRO" 3.8.65951.477 = seems fine, "but will look at further", some install issues, namely no "white shield(with the redX's 'n green ticks)" -
So [All program]->[comodo] start-> fixing things?, (safer than an unplug lan->remove old, install new, re-plug lan !!!) ????

this beta gets 3 (as it's a beta) , now getting the restore activated, B4 trying the newer standalone? comodo pro firewall

winamp reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Feb 28, 2009

manual scan froze, to many false detect, had to hard reset computer. to bad. this suite need many fixes untill fully usefull. :(

bobad reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Feb 27, 2009

This is a good release. There will always be better and worse releases in this type of software, because it is so broad.

In the last 2-3 releases, CIS's AV definitions have stepped it up a notch. My Jotti.org tests show that it catches everything that the others catch. Some (AVG comes to mind) miss some malware that Comodo identifies. So now the complaint that the AV definitions are weak doesn't wash. Try it yourself on Jotti.org.

doctorsmith reviewed v3.8.65951.477 on Feb 27, 2009

5 stars for the Firewall and Defense + , this should be the centre piece of your security set up, and soon to include BoClean as well.
Yes the antivirus has a bit of a way to go to prove itself. However to say "Seems like an awful lot of Comodo's employees posting reviews. No one who has ever used their AV could possibly give this a high rating ... unless they are being paid to do so!" as a previous poster has said is completely ridiculous. Going by that type of assumption are we to assume that all negative comments are written by employees of Symantec, Nod, Avast, Avira, and the like.

adrling11 reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 25, 2009

I had used it for the last 3days. everything seems fine, did not slow down my system(in fact better then my previous paid Mcafee Internet Security 08). Must b patience with the alert and go through everything, then now there is very much less alert today. I would recommend to all but you must have patience, As for the AV, I think is OK as it is able to detect 1 which mcafee and other online scanner are unable to detect.

NunjaBusiness reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 21, 2009

Seems like an awful lot of Comodo's employees posting reviews. No one who has ever used their AV could possibly give this a high rating ... unless they are being paid to do so!

That said - the FW is pretty damn good.

SueAmma reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

@Sativarg: I am happy to hear that you were not infected by this malware, but at the moment Comodo is creating more problems than it is solving.

SueAmma reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

If you read the Comodo forum you will see over 20 pages of bug reports on the various facets of this program. C'mon now folks, does anyone really believe these are mostly user problems caused by "poorly configured computers and OSs"? And who runs a computer without 3rd party software? Let's be realistic, Comodo has many problems to solve before this program can be safely used.

With regard to fixing problems promptly, the TuneUp Utilities alerts were first reported to Comodo several weeks ago.

LakotaElf reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

I think for myself this software is over rated greatly and I had nothing but allot of trouble with it where I did not with other software. It is not easy to configure or work with at all and a new person would have difficulty. I also do not like the fact that many companies are integrating firewalls, anti virus etc together. I like them separated, I think they are better that way.

Lsavagejt reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

Still waiting for the latest from matousec. It's more leak resistant than Online Armor Free and Outpost, but less than OA Pro. Definitely do not install the AV, set def+ to safe mode, and block everything. Bingo! Improved uninstaller, lite on resources. Compatible with Avira Premium, etc.

bobad reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

This release fixed some issues that make it worthwhile to download. I like the way Comodo stays on top of issues, and promptly fixes them. The program runs fast and smoothly. I suspect a lot of complaints about CIS are poorly configured computers, OS, and 3rd party software.

GrailKnight reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

Have been using the firewall components and they work quit well.

computorial reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 20, 2009

Comodo internet Security slows down computer considerably, so my advice is to use Firewall and possibly Defense+ HIPS without antivirus.

Morningdove reviewed v3.8.64739.471 on Feb 19, 2009

Here are the changes for this update:

FIXED! AV engine crashes while scanning some files
FIXED! Firewall blocks all the traffic in some vista PCs when checksum verification is enabled
FIXED! Some applications consume 100% CPU while CIS is installed

I don't have the above issues, but still get 68 FPs and still can't defrag until AV is disabled. And to add a little insult, this update added a second identical entry to the startup files list. Avast! will be handling COMODO's AV duties until that portion of the program becomes dependable.

johnk119 reviewed v3.8.64263.468 on Feb 15, 2009

I"ve been using it as a firewall and it does its job well.

Morningdove reviewed v3.8.64263.468 on Feb 14, 2009

I just finished a full virus scan of 162,753 files. 68 false positives were reported with heuristics turned on and the same number when turned off. Many of the FPs were TuneUp Utilities files which were previously reported.

I do like CIS, but verifying 68 files is just too much! How can one be *really* sure of every single file? I am starting to feel like I am my own AV program. And don't forget about the users out there that are taking these alerts at face value.

Finally, it is still necessary to disable AV to prevent interfering with disk defragmenting even though COMODO was notified prior to the release of v3.8. This is not a universal problem. Avast! does handle it properly.

Perhaps using CIS firewall and Defense+ with a different AV program would solve these problems if no other solutions become available.

COMODO doesn't appear to be in a hurry to remove these AV errors even though a "new" database is downloaded daily. Judging from their forum, they may have their hands full trying to solve other program problems.

doctorsmith reviewed v3.8.64263.468 on Feb 14, 2009

no problems here running on vista
cpu usage not running high at all, smooth as a .................

bobad reviewed v3.8.64263.468 on Feb 14, 2009

Problem with this version, same as last release. Very high CPU usage, shooting up to nearly 30% at times. Had to fall back to version 3.5.57173.439, which does not have constant. CPU activity. Still rates 5 stars, I know COmodo will fix it.

DJHasis reviewed v3.8.64263.468 on Feb 13, 2009

Good keeps getting better.
No problems on Vista.

Release notes
http://forums.comodo.com..._released-t34345.0.html

Jammerdelray reviewed v3.8.61948.459 Beta on Feb 9, 2009

version 3.8 will have heuristics, whitelising database and many other exciing featuers when it's released Feb. 10th

As to CIS- its firewall & HIPS (Defense+) are excellent, but its antivirus lacks strong heuristics & its database (blacklist sigs) is second tier at best.

anomoly reviewed v3.8.61948.459 Beta on Jan 31, 2009

Install AFTER you make a backup image of your os BEFORE this POS.
I didn't and the fw didn't come with an uninstaller, NOR would it let me remove it from the reg and therefore I could not even install a different fw.
I truly believe this is the biggest pile of crap ever made. Gui is a clusterflucked mess and so is comodo group. Sorry I gave it another chance
AVOID

johnk119 reviewed v3.8.61948.459 Beta on Jan 25, 2009

Good internet secuity, although I can't seem to find how to remove a previously blocked application from the block list.

bellgamin reviewed v3.8.61948.459 Beta on Jan 24, 2009

As to CIS- its firewall & HIPS (Defense+) are excellent, but its antivirus lacks strong heuristics & its database (blacklist sigs) is second tier at best.

Doubledoom reviewed v3.8.61948.459 Beta on Jan 24, 2009

The changelog for the betas is in the beta section of their forum.

I have found that the current beta has a few issues for me. It doubles the startup/shutdown time and blocks programs (avant browser for example gets blocked sometimes but not everytime) despite permissions being given. These are not issues with the non beta version.

The progress looks good but this beta is not quite ready to use on a your main install. I

bobad reviewed v3.8.61948.459 Beta on Jan 24, 2009

FIne Internet security suite, but they should include a changelog and a screen shot. What changed? Dunno!

SoftNewsReporter reviewed v3.5.61373.458 Beta on Jan 23, 2009

An amazing piece of software. I had been looking for a firewall that will not conflict my present anti-malware applications and CIS dances well with my other free security applications: Avast Home and Antivir Free.

The Defense +, Antivirus (Yes, you read it right. I activated the antivirus module and it has no angst whatsoever with the beforementioned security applications) and Firewall are amazingly seamless in operation. The Firewall module sees all inbound and outbound activity. Both Comodo Antivirus and Avast cover spywares and other malwares as well.

The best free security suite to date and I shall make no apologies. I am a hard to please person and I had been seriously testing practically all security applications known to the computer users, free or paid.

I appreciate the Comodo, Avast, and Avira companies.

some guy reviewed v3.5.61373.458 Beta on Jan 18, 2009

riceman
thanks for that link

Sativarg reviewed v3.5.61373.458 Beta on Jan 16, 2009

Just a false alarm, I hope.
ALWIL Software Avast 4.8.1296.0 says
...\CIS_Setup_3.5.61373.458_XP_Vista_x32_BETA.exe\[PECompact]\[Embedded_R#IDR_PRODUCT_32_HEUR_CAV]
Win32:Crypt-IN [Trj]
Trojan Horse

EDIT already!!!

Tarun. reviewed v3.5.61373.458 Beta on Jan 16, 2009

Great software, but they need separate installers for the AV and firewall so people don't have to download 50MB which contains 25MB of software they don't want.

Trgiaol reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 23, 2008

Great piece of software, and the price just makes it better. More partial towards ESS, but also a fan of money

bobad reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 5, 2008

Excellent security suite! I really like the lightness. It's not overbearing like some of the commercial security suites. Excellent FW, very good AV, and getting better! The price isn't bad either!

riceman reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 5, 2008

Simply the best security solutions out there. And it is free! Check http://www.matousec.com/...l-challenge/results.php for an independent fw challenge where version .432 has been tested. V .439 even better!

madmike reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 5, 2008

ok its free and all credit to the developers for a sterling service, however its not good if you have security concerns or you want a bullet proof rig. I used this program some time ago and got hacked.. tried Esmart which I didnt have total faith in and now use Avira which again doesnt do a complete job, but after trying various AV, Avira is probably the best.

Diam0nd reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 5, 2008

Whatever the peoples say, for a FREE product this fw+av combo is amazing! Again, read my lips: FOR A FREE PRODUCT, this is simply great.

But well, in all fairness I myself prefer: ESET's Smart Security v4 (in beta atm).

kail reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

DakotaSunRunner: Happy to oblige. :)

Excellent product.

ailef reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

this security app is prolly the best one u can get actually on the market, if people don't know it, they should give it a try, it's really a great prog and it's a freeware that can protect u better than most of knowns security apps sharewares.
if u need help, u can join the comodo forum, u'll always find help as moderators and admins are really cool people, they're always there to help u and most of forum users too.
if u care about security for your machine, comodo is a choice u cannot ignore anymore.

3xist reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

Quick, Light, Effective and free Suite!

Proud Comodo Global Moderator. :-)

Conrad.TDI reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

Gets more stable with every update.

Use the Comodo firewall with free Avira AV for a great, light, quick combination.

DakotaSunRunner reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

For one thing, all three in one program is not the best option at all. I have had problems with this program not cooperating well with some things. I choose not to use it, I prefer others for myself. Some will say it is excellent and others will say just the opposite. I will just say it is not for me. To each their own and everyone has a right to put on their computer what they wish, not what another insists upon.

Pfurri reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

The one & only security-tool you need !
Does a really great job for no costs !!!
Think about that (for example LakotaElf) !

poundsmack reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

this one is the first solid stable (in my opinion) of the 3.5 seriese. if you have been waiting for it to mature a bit before upgrading, nows the time.

LakotaElf reviewed v3.5.57173.439 on Dec 4, 2008

It seems that every time I have used this product I had some sort of trouble with it down the road and this is no difference. To me it is not user friendly and I do not call learning mode user friendly. Sorry, not for me, perhaps another time. I do not like a security software that blends all three in one parcel for somewhere there is always a problem.

poisonu reviewed v3.5.55810.432 on Nov 20, 2008

Firewall is Very good....
AntiVirus component will get better with time....
So for the time being I am only installing the Firewall & Hips (Defense+)....

neapolis reviewed v3.5.55810.432 on Nov 20, 2008

This is the best AV and Security Suite I ever tested! Keep the interface simple. Keep up the good work.

ninjeratu reviewed v3.5.55810.432 on Nov 20, 2008

The antivirus is terrible. Slow, low detection rate, many false positives and generally not a finished or properly working product. A bad antivirus is worse than no antivirus at all. You feel safe when you're not.

The firewall is pretty good (one of the better free firewalls).

The HIPS, host intrusion prevention system, is actually one of the better ones. Even compared to commercial products.

Any administration past "leave as it was when installed" level is pretty much a nightmare. The UI is cluttered, counter-intuitive and difficult to configure properly. Documentation is lacking.

If they improve the antivirus, documentation and UI this might be a great product, right now it's just 'meh' and you install a proper antivirus. Then a proper firewall that you can configure without sobbing in your beer.
All this defeats the purpose of an "Internet Security" package and will only get 3/5. The firewall/HIPS get 5/5.

some guy reviewed v3.5.55810.432 on Nov 19, 2008

very nice all in 1 with no bloat :)

ninjeratu

the anti virus is pretty good . I have a triple boot installed the comando on the Vista one just to try it out and I have Avira installed on the XP boot . Comando picked up stuff Avira missed and Avira is one of the top 5 virus programs. I did not get 1 false positive. The interface is plain and simple , so what the hell are you talking about?

craigun reviewed v3.5.55810.432 on Nov 19, 2008

This software is incredible and not memory hog! You wont regret having this A/V Firewall on your side.

ahmednyc reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Nov 2, 2008

Comodo Internet Security is stable and excellent internet security suite. I tried other suites and this is my favorite mainly because it has everything I was looking for and its totally free.

Pros:
1. Setup was easy and ran without incident on XP it asked me to reboot at the end.
2. Interface is top-notch
3. Price can't be better... its free!
4. Features are comprehensive and intuitive
5. Performance is better than some Internet Security suite out in the market.

Con:
1.Does not have Game Mode like the product I was using before. "ZoneLabs Internet Security Suite"
2. Offers security updates only once a day. IMO that is more than enough

Sativarg reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Oct 31, 2008

This great app CIS just payed for the little time I spent setting up. I was at this page:
http://www.cliprex.com/?...jmZel0pYCFQhJagodC1Df3Q
and clicked the link to download Cliprex DVD Player Professional
the anti-virus component caught this baddy on the fly before it got out of my browser cache.
ApplicUnwnt.Win32.Adware.Shopper.r@792333

the file was not even fully downloaded:
H:\apps-install-files\new\Cdvd.exe.part

the file was linked from the page:
MVS Player 4.12.68
Publisher: ABSoft
found here:
http://fileforum.betanew...MVS_Player/1225027678/1

Avast might have caught this as well and I like Avast but I am also glad to see Comodo do its thing so well.

war593122 reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Oct 30, 2008

Excellent!!

Version 3.5.54375.427 : 29th Oct, 2008

* FIXED! CFP.exe checks for subscription status every time it is started
* FIXED! CFP.exe crashes when filename is clicked on popup windows

bobad reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Oct 30, 2008

Excellent free suite! This release fixes a couple of minor bugs. The low ratings are perplexing. Obviously, those rating the program low have never used it, and most likely have an agenda. The other 2 major beta sites rate it well over 4/5.

Ciolouse reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Oct 30, 2008

5 Stars for the best (free) Firewall.

vibertdj reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Oct 30, 2008

Works well just the AV needs improving

merlin666 reviewed v3.5.54375.427 on Oct 29, 2008

does this even include a spyware module?

darthbeads reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 26, 2008

blahman2005, my god, you're right! Now if only Dell, HP, Compac, IBM and all the rest would just stop making all these damn computers, then we wouldn't need any of these pesky programs!

Think before you say something stupid next time.

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I agree with the general consensus on here -- Comodo Firewall is a terrific freeware security product. If they could get their AV up to the same standard, this would be an outstanding security suite.

However, after briefly running a clean install of CIS I started getting the incredibly obnoxious Google "Error 403 (http://www.google.com/se...=google+error+403)"; whenever I did a Google search. After uninstalling CIS and reverting to a clean install of CFP, no more "Error 403".

So, to summarize:

+5 stars for a great firewall and for a clean packaging of a suite.

-1 star for a sub-par AV.

-1 star for the "Error 403" nonsense.

Despite a lukewarm rating, I think this product has great potential and will watch its development closely.

blahman2005 reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 26, 2008

If people not make virus in first place you don't need this hacker wares

lfcrules reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 25, 2008

Although I think CIS is great so far, I'm disappointed that they chose to mention an "upgrade application" when none seem to exist... like the user below I wasted precious minutes looking for it.

As a workaround, you can export your CFP settings, uninstall CFP, install CIS, then import your saved settings to CIS... that worked for me.

billdehaan reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 25, 2008

I've been impressed with Comodo Firewall, so I tried to install this. The upgrade was completely impenetrable. Unfortunately, CIS cannot install if you have Comodo Firewall.

If you try, you get a message telling you that you have two options. You can uninstall CPF, lose all your configuration information, and start from scratch. Or, you can go to www.comodointernetsecurity.com, and "download an upgrade application which will upgrade existing installation to COMODO Internet Security". The application isn't named, and no link is supplied.

Of course, their web site does not mention any such application. The word "upgrade" doesn't appear in the release notes for CIS. The CIS user guide doesn't acknowledge any such upgrade process, either. And five minutes of hunting through their support forums and download lists turns up nothing, either.

CIS may be better than CFP for new users, but current CPF users are better off waiting until an upgrade process appears, I think.

3xist reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 25, 2008

@bobad this CIS is now final. :)

Anyway, This is the only and first free Security Suite offering you 3 layers of Security: Firewall, Defense+ (HIPS) and the Antivirus. You can install COMODO Firewall & COMODO Antivirus using the same setup, the Antivirus is COMODO Antivirus 3 (CAV 3), and is still young, But that's why you can choose not to install it if you wish and keep your existing AV. :) I am sure over time, the AV will mature and I believe in that as a Global Moderator on the forums.

CIS 3.5 also has less pop ups, and is more stable and responsive to Alerts, and It will only get better because in the future, BOClean will be integrated, Along with Sandbox to reduce pop ups even further! CIS has potential, So my final ratings are:

Firewall: 5
Defense+: 5
Antivirus: 3

I give it 5 because you choose to opt out anything, and customize CIS to max.

poisonu reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 24, 2008

Superb firewall with HIPS component....
AntiVirus component needs more work...
But it is FREE....

bobad reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 24, 2008

Finally, a usable Freeware security package. It has everything you need, and runs fast and reliably.

The only downgrade is for the configuration being a little bit too complex. I think most users by far will be overwhelmed by the confusing array of options that could easily be condensed into a more user friendly form. If you're a geek like me, you'll love it just as it is.

The firewall and AS module are great, the rules-based AV still has a way to go. Since there are 3 layers of security, the weak rules are more than compensated for. Remember the program is still in beta, and the rules will improve quickly. Give it a 4.5/5, and a big thanks to Comodo. Thanks Melih!

ailef reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 24, 2008

simply the best security app for xp and vista.
bad luck for competitors : it's a freeware.
i dont use the antivirus.
firewall and defense+ installed.
defense+ will prevent user from malwares undetected by most AV.
and AV unable to detect new malwares is so important, if it's going on like that, AV will become totaly useless.
i find undetected malwares all the time, but on virustotal.com, there are always 5 engines on 36 able to detect dangerous code.
my AV fails often, i send the code, they send a tanks reply and update the base fast but it's time for me to change my engine.
certainly F-secure cause it's always there to alert about malwares as the wellknown AV used by most people fail all the time.
defense+ shows me what will do the file if i would decide to allow it. and at the moment, this type of protection, prevention, is showing the failure of detection protection, u're alerted about what will do the file as detection just says it detected no danger. so if u trust your AV uptodate when it tells u the file is ok, u're completly wrong, most of AV are easy to bypass, just search on google how u can bypass AV detection with packagers especially here to make AV scanning impossible with lines code that send AV from line to line thousand times so if the AV doesnt stop the scan, the operation would never stop and possibly crash the engine so the AV decides to stop the scan and tells u no virus detected instead of inform u it was unable to scan the file.
if u think i'm just telling craps, i can send u any known virus repacked and u'll see your engine unable to detect it. then when u'll launch the file, u'll see it was no craps, the prob is, if it's some very bad code, your kernel will be corrupted so deep with hidden process, hidden regkeys, always changing, able to hide in the cpu then the acpi module of your bios when u turn off the machine so when u turn on, the rootkit is loaded before the OS and will totaly control the system. this type of rootkit is so hard to clean that it's almost impossible to say, ok i cleaned my machine 100%. the sure way is to reinstall your OS or use backup apps very often so u can recover to a clean system saved the day before the problem. for my part, i can't even tell if my machines are 100% safe. there are so many new ways that come all the time to corrupt a system,
so use comodo FW with Defense+, use an antispyware, use the AV u like, and always go to virustotal.com to upload the file even if your AV says it's ok. 36 engines will scan the file, and some will alert u, when the malware is really new, never more than 5 engines give the alert.
take care, especially the p2p addict users, it's full of virus, cracks, keygens, are the best way to contaminate your machine. try the wellknown sites releasing new apps with a crack or keygen and send it to virustotal.com, u'll see how huge is the problem.

Conrad.TDI reviewed v3.5.53896.424 on Oct 24, 2008

First: start with the premise that this is truly FREE software.

I've used many of the parallel products on the market, all commercial, with some being quite expensive. Some of the best feature a slightly sharper anti-malware or anti-virus function, often with more frequent updating. As for the firewall function itself, I am comfortable holding it up against any of the commercial products for comparison.

Two things I really like: (1) services and resident programs can be shutdown to minimize drain on the system while playing local games, processing sound files, or transferring large numbers of files. I have found no other program that allows such a trimming-down for local safe activities. (2) there are no 'reminders' during daily operation that there exist more powerful or feature-laden versions of the 'free' product, such as pop-ups while updating, etc.

Conceptually, Comodo asks that users support various revenue-producing programs to keep the software free. These are ALL optional, including search page, etc. To the best of my knowledge, there is nothing tricky happening here, simply trying to generate revenue through methods that are transparent and harmless to the user. Why do you think Firefox defaults to their own home/search page?

By RC2 this was quite bug-free, and I have had no conflicts with either SpyBot or Ad-Aware, both of which I continue to run resident.

spacemarine reviewed v3.5.53518.419 RC2 on Oct 23, 2008

"If you opt-out of the AV & tool bar, & avoid the Plus stuff[...]"

I second that comment. Just be careful when
installing, and do not install the toolbar, do not
sign up for the plus version. I wouldnt recommend
using the AV either, but feel free if you want to e.g. as a secondary "backup" scanner)... I
wouldn't use it as my primary AV.

That being said, the FIREWALL ist top-notch,
definitely the best one you can get right now, be
it free or paid.

My Ratings:

Firewall: 5+
Antivirus: 3
Toolbar: 0

morrigen reviewed v3.5.53518.419 RC2 on Oct 23, 2008

The firewall includes Defence +,so only the A/V then.

bellgamin reviewed v3.5.53518.419 RC2 on Oct 22, 2008

This is a free suite of security applications. The main ones...

*Firewall -- excellent! a 5

*Defense+ -- this is a "classical" HIPS. Very powerful. The default settings are a bit weak. Skilled users should check them carefully. If tightly configured, I give this a 5

*Antivirus -- it's been re-done. The scan engine is better, but its heuristics are not there. Not there at all. Also, its Signatures database is still deficient in comparison with top tier AV programs. The Comodo AV is NOT ready for prime time. Not at all! a 2

During installation, you can opt out of installing the AV. I recommend that you do so. (Use a different AV - such as Avira or Avast).

Also, do not accidentally sign up for the "Plus" (non-free) add-on. It is not worth paying for.

Also beware the tool bar (a sort of spyware) -- the opt-out is hard to spot because they WANT you to miss it. My recommendation: do NOT miss it; opt-out of the tool bar for sure!

If you opt-out of the AV & tool bar, & avoid the Plus stuff, then I give this security app a 5. But with the AV & the tool bar, I rate it a weak 3. I shall post the 5 because you WILL be careful, right? (^_^)