Someone reviewed v on Jul 5, 2022

Pros: 555

Cons: 555

Bottom Line: 555

Lsavagejt reviewed v2015 15.0.1.415 on Oct 14, 2014

Firefox updates break Kaspersky web modules such as its site advisor, yet Kaspersky consistently refuses to address this. Furthermore Kaspersky technical support is practically non-existent.

Artem S. Tashkinov reviewed v2014 14.0.0.4651 on Aug 14, 2013

Version 13 was fast and compact.

This one consumes up to 600MB of RAM and it's dog slow.

No, thank you.

It's time to switch to Avast.

DrTeeth reviewed v2013 13.0.1.4190 on Aug 25, 2012

Went back to KAV 2012 after two years with another AV. Just updated to KAV 2013. Cannot tell it is running.

Artem S. Tashkinov reviewed v11.0.0.232 on Jun 9, 2010

1. Thrashes your HDD by constantly (every 5 seconds) writing to registry - reasons are unknown and never disclosed (the exact location: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\kl1\OutData and HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\kl1\InData).
2. Thrashes your HDD by constantly updating virus signatures cache files (and never cleans cache files directory and this directory can grow to several hundred megabytes).
2. Implication from point 2: causes excessive files fragmentation.

Otherwise it's the *best* AV around.

rilles reviewed v11.0.0.232 on Jun 8, 2010

Great anti-virus software, only downside is that recent versions have made my system slow down considerably. I installed MSE as a comparison, and the difference in performance greatly favoured MSE. KAV seems to keep scanning the same core files over and over again even though it has settings to not do this.

Dark_Diver reviewed v11.0.0.232 on Jun 8, 2010

Best Antivirus suite ever. Not a sh!t like NOD32.

Terijan reviewed v9.0.0.736 on Oct 23, 2009

One of the decents antivirus, it works fine from Win7.

Blaxima reviewed v9.0.0.736 on Oct 22, 2009

Detection rates are not everything. If you use your computer normally and sensibly you will rarely come across things that you require protection from. Therefore how an AV interacts with your computer should be your primary concern. If your fast computer is moving at a snails pace or you find your bandwidth is being throttled then look no further then this pig as being the culprit.

KAV was a pig, then around versions 5 to 6 got great, now it's an even bigger pig. I find more false positives then ever before too

Jensol reviewed v8.0.0.506 on Dec 12, 2008

I have been using computers for years. I manage an office; security has become a subject I am at ease with. I have switched to Kaspersky last year for anti virus protection. I had tried it, used it, it did the job.

Now, with this 2009 version, things went bad. Very bad. Not one of my computers, running on XP, maintained and periodically cleaned up and reinstalled, not one of them took the upgrade smoothly. It went from slowing down the computer, to having go on a cycle of never ending rebooths. I tried to uninstall and revert back to the previous version, but to no avail. It haf damaged the operating system itself. Adding to this the arrogant attitude of their forum moderators and their systematically denying they have a major problem with their product, I would rate this software ZERO if I could here.

Very very very disappointed. I had finally to turn to another product to do the job - isn't it what we're supposed to expect when WE PAY FOR IT? Kaspersky is lucky not to have an office in my area - I would sue them for damage due to loss of productivity. Beware of companies who make any third party software incompatible with theirs. You're on for trouble using their products.

Kaspersky? Never, oh-never! again.

italyx reviewed v8.0.0.454 on Oct 18, 2008

Tried Norton, then Nod32 and now Kaspersky. Really like the way it works. Not invasive and not that slow as someone says.
(Actually, the Scan is slooooow).

randomname reviewed v8.0.0.230 pre Beta 1 on Feb 7, 2008

and Blaxima, i think you need to look up alpha/pre-beta/beta in the dictionary. i think your definition is a free software that has no bugs (most important it's free), and your thoughts (like others) are "i can't belive morrons actually pay for software, i'm using this for free". if by chance it doesn't work you start screaming that it's crap. so my suggestion is to place your head near a wall and merge your head with the wall at maximum speed, repeat again and again, until you pass out. that should probably guarantee you return when the bugs are solved.

Blaxima reviewed v8.0.0.230 pre Beta 1 on Feb 7, 2008

oh look another release in the same day. Thats because of the problems people who actually tried it out were getting over at the Kaspersky forums that harlan suggests(where I'm a member).

This pre-beta version works better than the beta one released today(go figure) but v8 is not heading in the right direction

Nice try harlan by the way, changing your comments to try and cover up your your mistakes. Thats pretty lame. I have given a quick comparison off those AVs INCLUDING v8 but where in your review do you mention how v8 works(before your corrections you will no doubt make again)? I think you should look up the meaning of arbitrary before you make further edits

cap.ahab reviewed v7.0.0.125 on Oct 10, 2007

After years and years of various av programs, this is the only one which feels, looks, and acts like a program which takes it's duty seriously. If you configure it initially for maximum protection, it is unbeatable.(i've only used norton, mcaffee, avg free and antivir though). If a virus is found, it rips it out with ease. It really does seem to work, versus other AV programs which seem to have trouble dealing with virus', or even findng them. I've had many virus' and they've all been remedied without a hitch by Kaspersky.

Another plus is that deep scanning doesn't slow down my computer in the least (but i have 2gigs of ram so it might slow down others' computers).

This program however, is really expensive. As a poor man, i've been unable to afford it beyond the trial version. But you can buy a licence on ebay for $20, which i saw the other day which is a plus. Unknown if it works however if you have to uninstall Kaspersky av, reinstall it, and then re-enter the code.

This program kicks major ass.

hell0 reviewed v7.0.0.125 on Sep 14, 2007

Kaspersky makes a great antivirus with topnotch detection rates, though I think it could be made to run and scan faster.

McAleck reviewed v7.0.0.125 on Aug 23, 2007

hmmm... I downloaded an exe file with eMule. I scanned it with NOD32 first. Nothing. Then I scanned it with KAV, which detected Email-Worm.Win32.Bagle.iz. I went online to check it out on viruslist.com, but it wasn't on the record. Then - to be on the safe side - I scanned the file online with Trend Micro, Avast, Bitdefender, F-Secure and eTrust. All said zilch. And then I was stupid enough to run it. Bang! A big BSOD. There u go!!!

GoodMorningWorld reviewed v7.0.0.125 on Aug 12, 2007

Major antivirus vendors fail quality test

Kaspersky, F-Secure and Grisoft stumped by Virus Bulletin 100
Tom Sanders in California, vnunet.com 11 Jun 2007
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Antivirus vendors Kaspersky, F-Secure and Grisoft, maker of the popular AVG application, have failed to achieve the strict Virus Bulletin 100 antivirus certification.

The trio are among 10 antivirus applications for Microsoft's Windows XP that failed to meet the test standards set by Virus Bulletin's June 2007 test. A combined 37 software products were submitted for testing.

The VB100 is known for its strict standards. The test subjects applications to a wide set of malware that spans historical and actively circulating threats.

Qualification requires that software detects all malware that circulates in the wild and does not mislabel any safe files or applications as malware, a phenomenon known as a false positive.

AVG is a popular security application in the consumer market because Grisoft offers a free basic version of the application.

The software has a reputation for solidity and good detection, but the version submitted for testing failed to detect the W32/Rbot virus.

Kaspersky also ruined its generally solid reputation by failing to detect the W32/Allaple virus, and F-Secure's consumer antivirus application missed the same online pest.

Kasperksy and AVG corrected the problem in later updates, Virus Bulletin researchers pointed out. All three vendors passed certification in last February's test for Windows Vista and a June 2006 test for Windows XP.

The same VB100 test re-established Microsoft's OneCare security suite as a capable application. The software achieved certification in June 2006, but failed last February's test on Windows Vista.

The failing products were:

* Agnitum Outpost Security Suite Pro 2007 5.1214.616
* Ahnlab V3 Internet Security 2007 7.40.1
* Doctor Web Dr.Web 4.33.3.04230
* F-Secure Protection Service for Consumers 7.00
* Grisoft AVG 7.5 Professional Edition
* Ikarus Virus Utilities 1.0.52
* iolo AntiVirus 1.1.9
* Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0.2.621
* NWI VirusChaser 5.0a
* Proland Protector Plus 2007

http://www.vnunet.com/vn...vg-kaspersky-fail-virus

Excerpts of the reply from Kaspersky Lab

"What happened at Kaspersky Lab

The threat signature for Net-Worm.Win32.Allaple.e was added to the Kaspersky anti-virus signature databases on February 1, 2007, i.e. as soon as it emerged in the wild.

As part of Kaspersky Lab’s on-going efforts to improve efficiency and optimize overall performance, the threat signature for this worm was removed from the database - temporarily - for additional testing.

It is important to note, that user security was not compromised in any way due to our multi-faceted approach to security. The Proactive Defense Module, integrated into Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 successfully detects and blocks this worm. As a result, user security is ensured by two complimentary technologies – anti-virus signatures and the PDM.

Unfortunately for Kaspersky Lab, the day that the signature was removed for testing coincided with the day Virus Bulletin was collecting anti-virus databases to conduct their tests. The databases downloaded for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 did not contain the signature for Net-Worm.Win32.Allaple.e. Since VB only tests signature-based detection, our product did not detect Net-Worm.Win32.Allaple.e."

My comments:
You just do not remove any potential threat out of your signature database just for "additional testing" - unless you are 100% sure that it is false positive. Any Virus vendor can always do testing and still retain the suspect code in their database. Let me prove my point.

"According to noted computer virus expert Paul Ducklin, in order for a virus to be considered in the wild, "it must be spreading as a result of normal day-to-day operations on and between the computers of unsuspecting users." Although there are an estimated 47,000 computer viruses, fewer than 600 are said to be circulating outside of laboratories and research facilities - hence, in the wild. Experts say these wild viruses pose the most significant threat to computers. Wild viruses typically contain a damaging payload and the ability to wipe out all computer files, sometimes even damaging a computer's BIOS.

The Wild List Organization International has compiled a cumulative list of viruses considered to be in the wild. New viral strains are added as they are reported and can be verified. Recent examples of computer viruses in the wild include Melissa, CIH, and W.32 Navidad (the Kriz virus). The Wild List Organization International maintains an updated list of wild viruses. View it here: http://www.wildlist.org/WildList/.";

You see, normal users are the ones greatly threatened by a virus ITW. When an antivirus vendor removes a malicious code out of their database just for additional testing will endanger PC's of normal users.

"Since VB only tests signature-based detection, our product did not detect Net-Worm.Win32.Allaple.e."

Very lamely said and an admission of poor database handling methodoloy and policy.

Of course, everybody will always have an excuse for every stupidity committed.

Diam0nd reviewed v7.0.0.115 Beta on May 17, 2007

Great!

randomname reviewed v6.0.2.614 on Feb 22, 2007

Zankur,
in adition to my reply in the kis thread,
i want to say this.
you won't see a lot of people on forums wriiting only about "this product works great", they come seeking assistance, you geet the same in the nod forum on wilders, it's just that you are to much of an ignorant idiot to see it.

update: the av-comparatives table is out, kaspersky A+, nod32: A
hehe

Zankur reviewed v6.0.2.614 on Feb 22, 2007

Krapersky know only one thing that is to release daily bugful beta builds which spit venom and cause ur pc to crash....

even with this mp2 build u will find that updates till corrupt kaspersky's installation.....

don't get fooled by those advertisement of "99.99%" detection rates.nod32 is far more stable and has protects ur pc flawlessly.....

and if u dont believe that kaspersky is the most un-stable product on market than visit their forums...

ezh reviewed v6.0.2.614 on Feb 3, 2007

The product calls
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0.2.614
not
Kaspersky Anti-Virus Personal 6.0.2.614

luna reviewed v6.0.2.614 on Feb 3, 2007

Still the best AV going. Very small footprint games run great without disabling. Now final release so use your standard key to activate .

Diam0nd reviewed v6.0.2.614 on Feb 2, 2007

Good stuff.

ezh reviewed v6.0.1.411 on Nov 27, 2006

b0mmel, you had installed the power user mode. In normal mode it does not asks anything than if some attack occurs.

utomo reviewed v6.0.1.411 on Nov 26, 2006

The proactive defense many times are too annonying new user.
we need to reduce user complain about this. and the ptroactive defense need smarter decission to allow common things.

And kaspersky need to improve detectiond and cleaning of the spyware.
many times after full scanning using kaspersky and clean, I still can find spyware using spybot search and destroy or ad aware.

Kaspersky also need to reduce the log file size. I found the log file can reach more than 100MB, which I think is too huge.

When we will have Kaspersky 7 ?

b0mmel reviewed v6.0.1.411 on Nov 22, 2006

Surely a good AV with a nice interface. The program is relatively light on resources.

What I didn't like were the constant information bubbles "program x wants to do this", "program y wants to access that" etc. The user has to click them away and allow/disallow actions he cannot have a real clue about anyway. These information bubbles do nothing but annoy the user and give the program a snake-oil feel. The name of one of the programs components "proactive defence" just adds to the snake-oil feel.

I prefer NOD32. It quietly sits in the tray until user action is really necessary. Has a more honest touch to it.

some guy reviewed v6.0.1.411 on Nov 21, 2006

The best out their ran AVG free for a longtime great freeware, picked up nothing on 2 machines , tryed the NOD32 beta found nothing then tryed this one found 1 one one machine and 5 on the other .

Cons The scantime is very slow.

Get Aol sheild its this with a Aol stamp on it but the same program
http://www.download.com/...00-2239_4-10568703.html

oliver.cam reviewed v5.0.72 on Aug 27, 2006

Everything was working fine for the 1st few hours after I installed this.

However, for some strange reason it completely corrupted and destroyed my firefox browser and thunderbird email client apps. I couldn't browse any websites or download my email even after adding them to the Trusted Applications section. I tried resetting all settings to Basic to no avail. :(

ezh reviewed v6.0.0.303 Final on Aug 2, 2006

ballyhairs, this is the stable branch update.

Look 3.0.0.303 and the beta is from the unstable branch 3.0._1_.350. The 3.0.1.xxx branch will be released as final in September.

captainahab reviewed v6.0.0.303 Final on Aug 1, 2006

Simply the best antivirus there is.
-highest detection rate
-great spyware and malware detection too
-frequent small updates
-very low resource usage - yes, even lower than NOD32
-simple and attractive interface

If you want to buy an antivirus, KAV should be your first pick. It is especially good for those who seem to get their machines infested on a regular basis.

The freebies (AntiVir, Avast and AVG)are all good but don't compare to KAV.

ballyhairs reviewed v6.0.0.303 Final on Aug 1, 2006

This release seem to be fine... the last beta before this release had some bugs when logging to Gmail. I hope this is the real final finally.

anna21 reviewed v6.0.0.303 Final on Aug 1, 2006

super detection 10+

bbplayer reviewed v6.0.0.303 Final on Aug 1, 2006

*Yes, generally good.
I'm a owner of a german box version of 'Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0.1.300.
Now I want test this BETA version.
But the Kaspersky authors have own conceptions.
If you are a owner from a german version of Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0.1.300 and you want this THIS betaversion, it not works.
This version faults the reg.-key.
That means now, that for us legal users it is forbidden to test a beta ??
- That would be sad and short-sighted, since one excludes willing users - !*

Why even bother posting a review when you have no idea how to use the software, or how it works? You need to check the support forums, because you are obviously a bit less technical than someone that should even consider beta testing.

ezh reviewed v5.0.676 on May 23, 2006

I'd recommend to move to the best version ever - 6.0:

ftp://ftp.kaspersky.com/products/release/english/homeuser/kav6.0
or
ftp://ftp.kaspersky.com/products/release/english/homeuser/kis6.0

Ichigo59 reviewed v5.0.676 on May 23, 2006

Changes here: http://forum.kaspersky.c...p;st=0&#entry120006

Budgie29 reviewed v6.0.1.311 on May 9, 2006

Kav has done it again in a recient test done by a well known computer magazine kav came 2nd place above the like of Norton mcrapee and panda

the only gripe i have with this version is that it blocks outlook express from downloading mail to your inbox and its start up scanner which takes up cpu by 40+% ,however this can be disabled

ccc1005 reviewed v6.0.1.311 on May 9, 2006

The best AV product I have used, low on resources, has tons of features. Perfect for both the novice and power user at the same time.

Note: Use the codes within the BetaCodes.txt file if using versions above .299

sQin reviewed v6.0.1.311 on May 9, 2006

here are activation keys:
ftp://kav2006:Fynb02dbhec60@data.kaspersky.ru/

stisev reviewed v6.0.1.305 on May 3, 2006

Anyone know where to get a beta key??

Budgie29 reviewed v6.0.1.305 on Apr 25, 2006

i am un able to get a beta key
when i ask it to activate

ezh reviewed v6.0.1.305 on Apr 25, 2006

The 6.0.0.299 > are stable releases. The 6.0.1.xxx are alfas of Maitenance 1 Pack!

Budgie29 reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 21, 2006

i have been using KAV since version 3x
this program gets better and better
now that wer have migrated to version 6.0.1.304

I the only problem I have with KAV I just wish they would stick to antivirus solusions and keep away from Firewalls KIS is verry poor .

however they update every hour which is superb

varsity reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 21, 2006

buckshee is right. There are issues with KAV and some firewalls, certainly Outpost. I can guarantee that NOD32 works flawlessly with Outpost and several other firewalls (Look 'n Stop, Tiny, Jetico) I have trialed over the last year. For those who say they have no issues using KAV with Outpost, that means you had to have compromised the network scanning settings of KAV to avoid conflicts. Sorry, but that is simply unnaceptable in my books. It actually seems that KAV beta testers are in denial over the many issues with KAV. Very puzzling.

buckshee reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 21, 2006

I'm sorry but there ARE issues with KAV 6 and most firewalls. I suggest you read the comments in the Kaspersky forum about this issue. See http://forum.kaspersky.c...?showtopic=12653&hl=
In the case of Kerio, Set `enable network security mode" to `on' then remove the Firefox, Opera, Internet Explorer, e-mail programs etc from the list below and hit apply. Close the setup window. Now when you start the programs that were removed from the list they should all ask permission to access the web, SOME, but not all will access the web without asking permission of Kerio. This is NOT just my computer it is a known issue. It is something to do with KAV using proxy for web pages

sQin reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 21, 2006

alfa? are you ok? its beta

Blaxima reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 20, 2006

Despite the rants of people who must not know how to use a computer you will find the truth. Best detection rates in many independent tests and with the 2006 I no longer use this one as my on demand scanner. It is far less clunky than previous versions and now has become my resident, right next to ZA 5.5. Works with all ZA's, Outposts and Kerios in my experiences.

ezh reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 20, 2006

This is an alfa version!!!

jordenpro reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 20, 2006

Simply the best. I used to run this with Sygate without any problems, however ever sense Sygate sold out to Norton I've been using the Outpost.

On that note, everything runs great.

Eldar reviewed v6.0.1.304 on Apr 20, 2006

@buckshee: I'm running KAV 6 with OutPost, but I don't experience any problems with it.
Same with Kerio.
I guess it doesn't like your system which can happen to anyone. :-/

buckshee reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 18, 2006

I can't believe they are about to go final. It clashes with far to many firewalls (ZA 5.5 no internet access, Kerio is basically non effective with KAV 6 running - okay without. Problems with Outpost) Locks up with some zero day protection. Great detection rate but lousy compatibility. Forget it

stisev reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 8, 2006

Kaspersky is my favorite AV client, but on my laptop, whenever I initiate a full system scan, it crashes. :(

If I leave it alone and not do that, it runs fine.
My server does not have that problem.

Eldar reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 7, 2006

Don't understand why it's a resource hog. On my system it doesn't even use 10 MB.
I'm sure you've got a conflict somewhere with other apps installed.
Here it runs smooth and protects better then before.
Of course there are still some little bugs to fix, but I'm sure those will be fixed before its official release or else with some maintenance packs. :-)

garyrh66 reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 6, 2006

On my computer it only uses less than 5MB of memory and I would not call that a resource hog. I used 5.0 before and I can tell you that with KAV 6.0 my computer runs faster and my web pages load faster. After it does a full scan the first time the following scans will not take half the time. If KAV 6.0 detects viruses and trojans like KAV 5.0 did this will be hard to beat.

bbplayer reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 3, 2006

Pros

1. Good virus protection
2. Lots of updates

Cons

1. Resource Hog
2. Tons of false positives. Uninstalling Download accelerator was viewed as a virus and wouldnt allow it.. I had to turn off the virus protection.
3. Slow system scans

Sticking with NOD32. Detects spyware, malware, and has had an HTTP filter for a long time now. Also checks the hard drive much faster, and uses way less resources.

NOD32 - 5
Kaspersky - 3

wat0114 reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 1, 2006

Too bad a potentially awesome antivirus utility is turning into a hunk-of-junk. There is something seriously wrong with the way it scans on ports. It does it in such a way that it interferes with the firewall's port monitoring, especially Outpost Pro, versions 2.7 to 3.5, effectively blocking Internet access or, at least, slowing the browsing speed. I'm extremely impressed with KAV's detection rate, additional protection options and its ability to scan only new and changed files, significantly increasing the overall scan speed. The interface is one of the best in the business.

In spite of those features, the issues overshadow them. I mean, let's face it, when a utility cripples your Internet access, it does not warrant a glowing review.

Sorry Eugene Kaspersky, you may have a faithful gaggle of followers in the Kaspersky forum who, it seems, are so infatuated with the product they are willing to put up with the numerous bugs in it (yes, there are several others not as serious as the one I mentioned, but I can't be bothered to list them), but they are present and very tangible to those who pay attention.

Sorry to say, but NOD32 is still the better antivrus app, but don't dare post that in the Kaspersky Forum; the flames will erupt.

McAleck reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Apr 1, 2006

no, it's more like 30 MB RAM. looks like KAV is still a resource hog, after all

pros:
-best virus detection rate
-feature rich (useful too)

cons:
-still eats too much RAM
-cumbersome, slow
-bugs, crashes

i'd prefer to give 3.5 really

all in all, NOD32 is a better choice

captainahab reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Mar 30, 2006

KAV has the best detection rate of ANY AV. On my computer it is using about 10 MB RAM right now -
http://img45.imageshack.us/my.php?image=k10cz.jpg
one of the lowest I've tested. After an initial scan, it does not re-scan unchanged files, making performance very fast. Updates are the smallest I've seen, much smaller than NOD32 which I have used for the last 2 years.

This is the best AV I have tried. I recommend KAV to anyone who wants the best protection and the best performance.

sQin reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Mar 29, 2006

what are you talking about? its faster than any other AV. It doesn't scan the file twice as all others do. Thats speeds up browsing directories with many files/archives inside. NOD32 is great, but just compare the speed of copying some .exe files with KAV speed. nod32 has powerful but slow heuristic engine. i was using nod32 for more than 1,5 years but now i feel a real performance increase with KAV on my old 1,2GHz cpu

Bixente reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Mar 29, 2006

Still a resource hog. Most people do more with their PC than just protecting it.

white lightning reviewed v6.0.0.299 on Mar 29, 2006

First impression is very deep scanning as number
of items checked does not increase so quickly .
Slow scan (time needed for scan is desplayed on main screen)
Excellent database(number of known threats displayed) .
Latest experts reviews say that Kaspersky's database is actually
one of the most complete .
Easily connects to its server for updates ,
which are fast & do not slow down pc or disrupt other
running process .

It does not use so much RAM wheter protecting or
scanning(except subfolders scan) & does not
slow down pc while loading on start up .

Complete active protection including script check
(while surfing web) , intrusion shield &
detection of unknown threats .
Number of script checks can be seen
on left side of browser screen .
Fairly annoying behaviour , protecting by threats while
surfing the web (may slow down pages opening) .

Easy to use & set .

wat0114 reviewed v6.0.0.297h on Mar 27, 2006

Still unacceptably bogs the system down. When used with Outpost pro fw, Ad muncher and outlook.exe have to be placed in the firewall's trusted zone, or network access will be blocked. This is all due to the built-in Port monitoring functionality of KAV. The only way to gain acceptable performance out of this version of KAV is to disable the monitoring of HTTP ports in KAV - at the trade off of compromised security. That is a joke!

NOD32 is, so far, superior to KAV.

Budgie29 reviewed v6.0.0.297h on Mar 26, 2006

This just gets better and better ,
but the interface is kinda looking Like NAV

although is just abit to senceitive it cu sit thinks AOL 9X is a virus (riskaware)
however it does pick up the password sealing trojan in MSN 7.5

Blaxima reviewed v6.0.0.297h on Mar 24, 2006

All the RC releases and the last 2 have been perfect for me. Doesn't bog my system down like 2005 would. Where as 2005 was my on demand scanner this is now my resident.

anna21 reviewed v6.0.0.297h on Mar 24, 2006

NO, this is definitely not the final!!

Tokar reviewed v6.0.0.297h on Mar 24, 2006

297h isnt labeled as an RC. Does that mean its final?

garbriel reviewed v5.0.388 on Mar 5, 2006

Now it has released new version 5.0.522 !!!

robmanic44 reviewed v5.0.388 on Feb 19, 2006

This is very good, but if you run XP and not XP x64 F-Prot is still the cheapest, fastest and best antivirus available.

omar122 reviewed v5.0.388 on Sep 25, 2005

One of the best antivirus

Zygi reviewed v5.0.388 on Sep 17, 2005

Whats more to say, its russian program and russian programmers, hackers and crackers are unbeatable. Of course polish programmers are also great (patriot mode) :D

ezh reviewed v5.0.388 on Sep 6, 2005

Best. Powerfull and speedy.

httpd.confused reviewed v5.0.388 on Sep 5, 2005

CPU usage the same as NOD32 2.5... How hilarious is that statement (made by a reviewer below)? The only thing goofier than that would be if someone came along and bragged about Russian malware authors, as if that is a positive commentary on the legal structure of that country. I hear there are some "unbeatable" car thieves in New York city, so woo-hoo, let's celebrate that, too. Idiotic.

KAV does its job very well--better than all others, I believe--but at a serious price to system performance under certain circumstances. Some people may not be affected as much, or may not notice or care, but I am, and I do.

Shawilelol reviewed v5.0.388 on Sep 5, 2005

One of the best antivirus. Very simple et powerful log.
I'm now testing NOD32.

Zoroaster reviewed v5.0.388 on Sep 5, 2005

The most amazing with Kaspersky products is the combination of very high quality and ease of use. Anti-Virus protection here requires absolutely no knowledge. Spare on anything, but not a few dollars for a top-level product of this sort. Excellent.

Bachalor reviewed v5.0.383 on Aug 12, 2005

Scanengine is one of the best.
I see a security gap: After one year (Licenze expired) the 'on-access' and 'on-demand' scannfunction not longer work. That is very unfavorable. Better It would have been better, that ALL UPDATE functions are DISABLED, but NEVER the scanfunctions.
Because otherwise viruses can occur and infect your system.

sQin reviewed v5.0.383 on Aug 11, 2005

cpu usage same as NOD32 2.5, but detection rates much better

ezh reviewed v5.0.325 on May 26, 2005

No problem at all! NOD32 does not controls many potentially dangerous files - not the best solution.

TC17 reviewed v5.0.325 on May 26, 2005

I see I'm not the only one who thinks KAV eats up too much of your cpu power. Its by far the hardest on your cpu, but apparently has a high detection rate. KAV is also way overpiced compared to other virus scanners.

I tried KAV last month, only to discover later that it added NTFS alternate data streams to every single file on my drive, which I wasn't happy about when it came time to try an get rid of it. It was a real pain.

jante reviewed v5.0.325 on May 26, 2005

P4 3Ghz 1GB XP
It simply took too much resources.
I uninstalled it.
I now use avast!

Orbitration reviewed v5.0.325 on May 26, 2005

This might have the highest detection rate, but be very aware, when you try to uninstall this dog from your system, you will no longer have Group Policy Editor or Services (extended) unless you're lucky enough to find the one little file that removes the rest of KAV and its bad bad bad way of screwing up a system.
It might be an isolated incident, but since there IS a removal kit I doubt I'm the only one having this issue.
Unless this new version is the FIX for all that, but I'm not trying it out anymore. Took over 2 hours to get it all back to stable and working.

CyberDoc999 reviewed v5.0.325 on May 26, 2005

it slowed down my 3GHz system too much.
I went back to using NOD32..
NOD32 is still the best!

Zankur reviewed v5.0.325 on May 26, 2005

I think,kav surely has best detection rate,but it's not the best overall Av for sure.it slows down the system,it takes more than hour to scan my hdd.
I would recommend nod32 to people,coz it's lite on system,detects spyware also now.it does the same job as kav,at better rate and efficiency!!
I m not redicuiling the prod,so don't jump on band-wagon,analyse it rationally,and u'll knw i m not lieing!!!

wat0114 reviewed v5.0.325 on May 25, 2005

TC17, how do you rationalize KAV being overpriced? The cost is $34.95 USD. Most other av products are $39.95 USD

Okay, I'm not going to say it's the best because I don't really know what the best is. My system has been virus free for almost 3 years. However, I do like some of the improvements Kasperskylabs have built into this version.

The scan profile can be saved and loaded if needed. Very nice.

On my system, a maximum 27 MB RAM used during Real-Time monitoring state with no impact on the CPU. During a system scan, CPU usage fluctuates to a maximum of >90%, but I can still surf the 'Net without any problems. Also very nice.

The silly "flashing icon" can be stopped.

An impressive list of "Objects" can be chosen for a scan.

The "Threats and Exclusions" setup seems to work better; in the previous version, Kaspersky had a proclivity to scan objects that were excluded. Not so with this one.

Added May 28/05: If the Real Time scanning, for whatever reason, needs to be disabled, it can be set to re-enable after a given period of time which the user can set.

Things I don't like: When an infected object (I used an Eicar test file for my experiment) is chosen via right-click option for a scan, a "Process" button first has to be clicked before you're taken to the disinfect, Delete & Skip options. Kind of annoying. Yes, Kaspersky detected it as infected, otherwise I'd have been thoroughly annoyed.

The floppy drive still cannot be excluded from a scan. Just try to exclude it in the "Threats and Exclusions" list and you'll hear the thrashing of the floppy drive when the scan is initiated. This is only somewhat annoying because it adds just a brief delay to the system login.

In all, a very impressive program with some fairly significant improvements. When my license expires, I'll have a very difficult decision on whether to continue with Kaspersky or switch over to NOD32. If NOD32's detection rate is proven to be equal or better to Kaspersky's in dependable reviews, then I will switch over to NOD32. Otherwise, I feel more secure venturing into the forest with a cannon than with a Glock.

NyaR reviewed v5.0.325 on May 25, 2005

the most dependable av around. Updates released every couple of hours and is the fastest to respond to virus threats. May not be the fastest scanner, but is definetly the most accurate.

QBgreen reviewed v5.0.325 on May 25, 2005

KAV is a stellar product. It has never let me down. IMHO, a must have.

captainahab reviewed v5.0.325 on May 25, 2005

KAV is THE BEST. Always has the highest rates of detection. KAV also detects trojans very well, something most AV makers seem to ignore.
How it reacts on different systems may vary.
I find little system impact on my computer.

I use NOD32 myself because I'm a pretty careful surfer but if I suspect a nasty, I scan with KAV. I also recommend KAV for those that surf pron sites and thoses that use P2P programs like Kazaa. They call for the Raw Detection Force of Kaspersky.

httpd.confused reviewed v5.0.325 on May 25, 2005

I used to rave more about KAV than I do now. I agree that it's the best detector, but the performance hit on my system was so bad and so constantly aggravating, I had to remove it. A solution that you can't stand to use is hardly "the best".

I might add that I have a better idea of where performance hits are occurring than 99.9% of everyone else, because I run FreeMeter Pro at all times, and I just plain pay attention to my system. When I'd notice a slowdown, I'd look over and sure enough, KAV was the culprit. If I didn't pay attention to such things, I would have just learned to deal with it like everyone else. And then I'd come back here and say that KAV was "THE BEST".

I've matured enough as a software maven to realize that there is no single "best" anti-malware application, any more than there is a single "best" gun. A cannon sure beats a Glock in terms of sheer power, but is it "THE BEST" for personal protection? Thanks for seeing my point. Move along now.

Hahaha...

http://www.us-cert.gov/c...SB05-159.html#Kaspersky

jordenpro reviewed v5.0.325 on May 25, 2005

This is the BEST antivirus protection, Period!

windsurfer reviewed v5.0.20 on Mar 31, 2005

For so far i have test this anti-virus is absolute the number 1. The hourly updates and extended databases are an great welcome kaspersky never lacks the security. Its important that an virus outbreak directly can detect with the fast updates of Kaspersky you are secure. In version 6.0 Kaspersky will add many more features but the most mportant thing is it defend you to all threats.

worldcitizen9 reviewed v5.0.227 on Mar 26, 2005

I decided to buy the Pro version after using NOD 32 for a year. If you want a real anti-virus which will intercept viruses and is a truly professional product then I strongly suggest Kaspersky. NOD 32 is OK but I found it doesn't do as thorough a job at scanning packers and archives as KAV & also that many viruses got through which KAV stopped. Now I can really see what so many are saying about this product and I give it full marks for the excellent job it does protecting my PC. Very, very happy with KAV. Highly recommended.

kadavill reviewed v5.0.227 on Mar 24, 2005

The best

stisev reviewed v5.0.20 on Feb 27, 2005

I have been a computers end-user for over 19 years. I've used all of the popular AV solutions: AVG, eTrust, Panda, antivir, NOD, Norton 2003-2005, Kaspersky 4.5 Personal Pro/5 Personal, Symantec Corp 8/9 and I have to say this is the best antivirus program I've ever seen.

The best antivirus program to date. Hands down.

net_thunder reviewed v5.0.227 on Feb 27, 2005

I am using 5.0.228 version right now and it fives one of those problems with the update. I've used several AV progs like avast AVG and norton But this on ereally rocks. Its simply the best and has a vast database. But scanning speeds are a bit slow but most effective. I haven't tried BitDefender and Panda Titanium Edition but from my buddies I've come to know nothing comes upto Kaspersky!

PS: Chaeck out their complete suite (www.softpedia.com). The firwall is a bit out of order. But its a nice product.

Antibuddha reviewed v5.0.227 on Feb 20, 2005

As a true paranoid, I keep researching and looking for fortress-like products to hide behind. With all the expensive advertising campaigns and subsidized "security forums," you'd think there'd be better products out there. it's hard to find the good stuff. KAV is the real deal. These guys not only know what they're doing and have a great product, they also keep working to keep it that way.

wat0114 reviewed v5.0.227 on Feb 4, 2005

All I can do is admit I'm wrong and, therefore, change my review on this fine product. When I first reviewed this antivirus, I was rather intoxicated, which prevented me from properly testing this software. Second, I had a terrible experience with NOD 32's Support team. They would not send me a registration key after I purchased their product on-line. After two un-answered emails on the problem, I decided to drop them like a bomb and cancel my purchase. There is absolutely no excuse for this kind of impertinence. Too bad, because it's a very good product, but I will not tolerate a complete lack of professionalism from any software vendor. Because it was so hard to ignore the high percentage of glowing reviews on Kaspersky, I decided to give it another try. This time I was sober. I was very impressed indeed with the detection ability of Kaspersky. It caught numerous Internet "exploit" type viruses that not even the venerable NOD 32 could detect. Furthermore, Kaspersky removed them all. As for scan speed, it isn't as fast as NOD but still acceptable enough, especially when you consider the fact that you'll probably do a full scan only about once/week. As I stated in my first review, the interface is very clean and comprehensive and the program is not overly demanding on the pc. It's so much less intrusive than Trend-Micro or the vastly over-rated king of bloatware, Symantec. I've just checked the Task Manager on my XP Pro system, and so far it's drawing about 13 MB of RAM with only two processes running. Pretty impressive! All I can say is: too bad for NOD 32. I really liked their product and was ready to purchase it, but their support - or lack thereof - really screwed up. Anyway, I'm very happy with Kaspersky and will continue to subscribe to this excellent product after my initial subscription expires next year.

QBgreen reviewed v5.0.227 on Jan 20, 2005

KAV 5 is serious A/V. When McAfee bought my former favorite (Dr. Solomon's AntiViral toolkit), this is the company that I trusted to to replace it at the Win 9.x level. Haven't been dissapointed since.

jordenpro reviewed v5.0.18 on Dec 24, 2004

ADSTREAM is harmless. If you spend the extra 20 bucks and get the PRO version, which by the way isn't displayed in the screen shot showing, then you can configure it not to do that.

Also, this post is for the PRO version release. Kavpersky is the best virus scanner ever! I've used all the others and in my mind nothing compares, I havn't been infected since the install of this wonderful scanner.

If your debating which virus scanner to go with, you only have one choice, and a minute ago you made the correct click to it.(meaning the link that took you here.)

Jorden

JOEWARE reviewed v5.0.18 on Dec 24, 2004

After installing KAV damn thing gave me the BSOD. I'm running XP and that has never happened to me before, ever.

tedbieri reviewed v5.0.18 on Dec 24, 2004

Here maybe this will help http://www.kaspersky.com/faq?qid=156666512

I Still think it is one of the best!

controler reviewed v5.0.18 on Dec 24, 2004

You are a fool to say ADSTREAMS are harmless. Doesn't Kasperskys page say they adds the streams on first scan only and do not check the file for viri unless the file has changed? WHat if the DEF's used on initial scan don't cover the viri but later new DEF's did cover it? Wouldn't it be wise to scan the file later with new DEF's?

ALSO my friend I went down the road with KAV on detecting commiceral keyloggers. During the 5.0 Beta they allowed the auto update of special DEF's that were suppose to cover RISKWARE, COMMERCIAL KEYLOGGERS ect. But during m testing they never did detect the commercial keyloggers.
I never did really get a satisfying answer from them.
YES they do find most viri and prolly more trojan than other scanners but I do not like the streams left behind on every single file on your drive and the cleaning tool on their site does not work for crap. There are better ones.

KAV adds tags to all of your files (streams)

You won't see them while you have KAV installed but you will see them when you uninstall it.
Because of this I will never use another Kaspersky product again.
check this thread out and use Don's suggestion to remove them.
http://www.wilderssecuri...38&page=1&pp=25

controler

ModderXManiac reviewed v5.0.227 on Dec 20, 2004

Kaspersky makes a horrible firewall, but a kick a** AV. The real time scanner is far more effective than avast, and uses easily half the ram.

5 STARS. (Dialup users, every kb downloaded is worth it.)

tedbieri reviewed v5.0.16 on Dec 10, 2004

Detection, updates, support, all are the best of any!

distinguished reviewed v5.0.16 on Dec 9, 2004

Great but unable to easily change the virus databases to Extended or SuperSecure.

pierre1956 reviewed v5.0.14 on Dec 6, 2004

This product is great ! Installed easily on my 2 desktops ( XP and 2000 Pro ) and laptop ( XP ), which were properly cleaned of any previous AV software. Unsurpassed detection rate and low CPU usage. Even better than Panda and definitely lightyears ahead of Norton or McAfee. Highly recommended !

chimpypimpy reviewed v5.0.227 on Dec 1, 2004

The most powerful antivirus period.

petiot reviewed v5.0.227 on Dec 1, 2004

I have tried many AV, and Kaspersky is certainly one of the best around. 9 meg installation only, only 2 processes running (not 5 or 7 as it is the case with panda or norton) and a no-nonsense interface (not like Avast which is a complete joke), and around 25 meg or memory usage (nothing compare to the 60 or 70 that panda or norton requires). a bit slow to scan though. But overall, excellent russian coding!! ;)

cristoforo reviewed v5.0.227 on Dec 1, 2004

In my opinion, the best AV software available today. I have tried Norton, McAfee, Panda and Trend Micro and this beats them all for detection, updates and system resources - fantastic.

tedbieri reviewed v5.0.227 on Nov 30, 2004

The Best of the Best.

zorty reviewed v5.0.227 on Nov 30, 2004

IMHO the best AV software currently available.
Actually it's one of the very few commercial applications I own (bought). Never let me down so far :) Too bad it doesn't provide smtp/pop3 ssl/tls scanning :/ (maybe the PRO version features that)

rotjong reviewed v5.0.227 on Nov 30, 2004

As an AV it still ranks among my favorites. With this release, however, I ran into some problems. I don't know if it's my Intel PRO/100 M NIC (PROSet 9.1) or the fact that I use Sygate Pro for my firewall but when I installed KAV Personal 5.0.227 my internet connection died, I had installed it with the anti-hacker protections now offered. When I uninstalled the software my connection returned. When I re-installed without the anti-hacker portion of the software the connection was fine. So, if you run into a problem with your connection under XP [SP2] you may wish to try installing without the new anti-hacker stuff.

Caleb reviewed v5.0.227 on Nov 30, 2004

The current v5 Pro version is not worth it.
It is a bit buggy (last time I was using it).

And even though it adds a few more features, I'd rather stick to this Personal version!

httpd.confused reviewed v5.0.227 on Nov 30, 2004

KAV Personal does SMTP/POP scanning by default, contrary to what a reviewer above says. And it of course scans any files you download via the web, or while browsing, whether you are using SSL, TLS, or not.

KAV Personal lacks the configurability of the Pro version, but it also lacks the increased price tag. It has all the configurability most users need. Version 4.5 went way overboard with the configuration options, and it was easy for a user to unknowingly get themselves in trouble with it (that, or be forever tweaking it, with no real benefit).

All that said, the new IDS feature of this version is something I'd rather take a pass on. It can be disabled, thankfully, which is good--since I have problems with email without doing so. There really are no compelling features in this version, above 5.0.156, as far as I'm concerned.

VikingBlade reviewed v5.0.227 on Nov 30, 2004

Still the best detection due to the most extensivev and updated database. Speed has gotten better, but still lacks the configurability of Pro. (or disabling the start-up scan task)

arvind reviewed v5.0.156 on Nov 15, 2004

Superb stuff! Database updates every hour....what more could you ask. Extremely thorough scans and the background scanner isn't a memory hog...not like some of the more popular products like *cough* Norton *cough*....

Caleb reviewed v5.0.14 on Oct 21, 2004

For all of you that don't get it, this isn't KAV Personal 5.0 that was released a while ago.
This is KAV Personal _PRO_ 5.0!!!

It has just been released and IMHO it still needs a bit more work to be as stable as the regular Personal edition!

coolticker reviewed v5.0.14 on Oct 21, 2004

KAV 5.0 now use between 20 and 30 MB of RAM !!! where is the "less memory usage" that 5.0 version should optimize ? version 4.5 use only 5MB when startong AVP monitor (Control Center disabled as it is useless and eat more RAM). Plus, whenever you disable the e-mail protection, KAV still keep openen local TCP port 1110 and 1125 for listening (I suppose it is for their proxy system that filter e-mail transferts).

Grandpas reviewed v5.0.14 on Oct 21, 2004

I forgot to add that there's a very good support: I have contacted "kaspersky" two times for suspect files. Both times
- they gave me a quick response
- the files were new viruses and Kaspersky gave a fix and an updated virus database in less than three hours

(if I remember correctly one of the virus was sasser or one of its variant)

deadmonkey reviewed v5.0.14 on Oct 20, 2004

Exellent program with excellent support. Some say it uses more resources than other programs but other programs don't catch as many virus' Anyway with computers these days it makes little to no difference. I have found both Norton and McAfee home user AV products to use more RAM than Kaspersky Personal Pro 5.

There is a much nicer interface with Personal Pro 5 which makes it as easy to use as Norton and McAfee products while offering higher protection. I also like the way updates are released every 3 hours instead of having to wait a day or more for an update. Great program for all users now that it is easier to use with its new UI.

I highly suggest you try it out when the trial version is released in a few days.

Grandpas reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 20, 2004

Easy to install/uninstall, register (a key file) and manage. If you have already dealed with Norton or McAfee : too many cases of computers with these two products which are nearly impossible to clean

szerial reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

I was a big fan of nod32 for a long time (since it consistently polled 100% on VirusBulletin (see http://www.virusbtn.com/...s/products.xml?eset.xml).

But, a more recent test of scanners showed nod32 came 21st in a test (http://www.virus.gr/engl...lt.asp?id=67&mnu=67), and Kaspersky at the top.

For my money, Kaspersky is keeping me safe, but i would like it to be a little more light-weight and user friendly.

icarus_fell reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

I've used both Kaspersky and Nod32 and i would have to learn towards Kaspersky for virus protection but towards NOD32 for features and friendliness, On a side note, The reason why MIRC comes up as a virus/torjan is because someone figured a way to script mirc to run as a torjan/ddos zomebie and hide it from taskmanager/windows (quite easy if you look into it and run it as a service), I know this because i was a victim. So if you see C:\windows\system32\mirc.exe then you KNOW you've got a zomebie bot installed but thank god zone alarm picked it up and so did kasperky. Kasperky won't auto del a legit ver of mirc unless you set it to audo del suss files but rather prompt you.

I give this app 5 out of 5 but i do notice sometimes it eats a bit cpu time compared to NOD32

tedbieri reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

Simply put, One of the Best! Found viruses lurking on my Computer the Norton 2004 missed.

coch reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

Very good, but I'm not convinced it has better virus detection than NOD32, which is now my antivirus of choice.

jordenpro reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

Kaspersky is the best Anti-Virus out. I don't expect you to believe anyone's comment. The only true advise is from yourself. Give it a try run a scan, and see how many viruses Kaspersky picks up that your current AV didn't...if any.

Favorite Features:
- Updates every 3 hours. Also can grab virus signatures from one databases and/or you can grab spyware signature from another database.

- Detection rate is outstanding.

- Monitor scripts from browser the internet.

Enjoy...I do!

hi_reach reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

great program
only prob is
picks up mirc as a virus and deletes it

5 for kasperspy - 2 for mirc = 3 stars

VikingBlade reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

Finally the ability to turn off iStreams. Simply the best AV there is in brute detection. No doubt about it.

herpie reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

I am using Kaspersky antivirus Version 5.0.149,
Kaspersky antivirus is the best antivirus software in the world market.

mdrlucky reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

TRES trés bien !!
Pour ceux qui veulent plus de simplicité, passer devant la version pro..
Trés bon antivirus et peu de ressources

Johnoost reviewed v5.0.12 on Oct 19, 2004

Once u cancel installation your system is screwed. Luckily I could reinstall a backup from tape.

httpd.confused reviewed v5.0.156 on Oct 15, 2004

The Kasperaky Anti-Virus Personal 5.0 install is about 9 MB total. Far from "huge". And I have no problem with the scan speeds, but if it is slower than some competitors, that is because it has the best unpackers in the business, and is scanning a greater number of files.

If Kaspersky misses something that BitDefender catches, tell us exactly what it is. You can't, because it doesn't. Period. Even if you did come across the rare trojan that Kaspersky wasn't aware of, if you send it in to them, they will have it added within a couple hours. Try that with some other vendor.

And yes, it's true: Kaspersky Lab provides updates every three hours. Not every week. Not every five days. Not only on weekdays or non-holidays, because "Hey, we save money by giving Steve weekends off". Every three hours, every day. Again, industry-leading performance.

Version 5.0 is a great stride in usability, and still provides industry-leading detection rates for viruses, worms, and, importantly, trojans. Nothing else even comes close. Don't take my word for it, though: Go talk to some of the people who make and distribute malware, and see which anti-virus product gives them the most headaches--or which one THEY use. They usually say "Kaspersky".

Johnoost reviewed v5.0.156 on Oct 15, 2004

The scan is slow. System slowdown due to KAV install is huge. Bitdefender detects malware that KAV keeps missing on my system.

Saad_alshawwa reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Sep 18, 2004

i think "Kaspersky , NOD32 , F-PROT" are the best all over the net.

Caleb reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Sep 18, 2004

- KAV 5.0 is completely compatible with SP2
- KAV 5.0 has a 3 hour definition update service

KAV 5.0 is one of the fastest antiviruses around, and don't tell me that its scan is "slow".

fourte3n reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Sep 17, 2004

Great AV... one of the best. www.av-comparatives.org

only drawback is a slow scan, but this is due to it's superior quality so tis not a real negative.

utomo reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Aug 30, 2004

Kaspersky 5 is good.
But they need to improve it
- When I try to update, my application version still showing 5.0.142. we need to be able to update the application version too.
- Try to reduce the system resources use. somtimes it still high.
- Better handling/removing the problems found. sometimes it cannot clean correctly. eventough it is rare.
and other improvements

Questions ? does this compatible with win xp sp2 ? ( i cannot find any informations regarding this)

VikingBlade reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Aug 30, 2004

Surprised the screenshot hasn't been updated, in any case. KAV has the best protection period, with the only firm that has a 1 hour definition release cycle, and the most comprehensive database. I'm still waiting for the Pro version though.

NyaR reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Aug 30, 2004

Definetly the top antivirus, great detection and timing. Easy interface (unlike stated by the incomptetent noobie below).

Definetly recommend!

rotjong reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Aug 30, 2004

Kaspersky v3 was great from a user standpoint. Kaspersky v4 had some issues and ended up too complex for the normal user. Kaspersky v5 is great. It's simple and it still retails the quality of what is expected from Kaspersky as far as an antivirus program. This version, however, has been out for a bit before it was listed here. I updated to it on the 9th of the month and it's now 21 days later...

I use NOD32 as my real-time scanner these days for numerous reasons but I still give Kaspersky 5 stars.

Pixelsmack reviewed v5.0.149.4 on Aug 30, 2004

I tried this once before and was very impressed. But I was turned off by the complex interface. So I went with Panda. Now I am happy with Panda's software, but their tech support is crap. I hardly ever get a response from them and if I do it's usually "reinstall". Now that Kerpasky 5 has a much more simple interface; it's time to switch.

Dmitry N reviewed v5.0.121 on Jun 29, 2004

Version 5.0.142 has been out for ages (about 10 days ago, actually :). Please update the info.

httpd.confused reviewed v5.0.121 on Jun 21, 2004

I upgraded from KAV 4.5, and I really thought I'd miss 4.5's advanced features. But for the most part, I don't. I do miss command-line options and a couple other things, but the simplicity of KAV 5.0, and its improved performance, make this version much better than the previous for me. I have better things to do with my time than tweak a Fisher-Price anti-virus interface anyway.

Skibbi reviewed v5.0.121 on Jun 9, 2004

I've tried many antivirus programs (norton, avast, AVG, Panda), but the most reliable is IMHO Kaspersky. New version is very fast and stable. I miss some advanced options, but the new interface is lightweight, simple and I like it.

ezh reviewed v5.0.121 on May 15, 2004

The 5.0 is the KING! Fast and very user friendly.

There is a new bugfix build 5.0.142 released.

  reviewed v4.5 on Apr 11, 2004

Kaspersky is King. The most extensive virus/adware/trojan/dialer/riskware database in the business, and also tech support and virus analyst personnel who actually respond to you... I have sent a few malware samples in, and always get a quick and helpful response (just did today, in fact--had a reply within ONE HOUR!). There is NO anti-malware utility that does an overall better job detecting viruses or trojans. The downside is that Kaspersky Anti-Virus can be a drag on the CPU on some systems.

scodan reviewed v4.5 on Nov 6, 2003

Kaspersky Anti-Virus Personal (KAVP) has a reputation which precedes it--but only among those that have a clue and who have done their homework. It is a well-known fact among malware utility mavens that KAVP is better than ALL other anti-virus utilities at detecting trojans. As far as viruses (yes, that's the word--not "virii") and worms go, KAVP is as good as any other. As soon as I installed KAVP, it picked up a couple email nasties that PC-cillin 2003 had totally missed. If you want a cute, simple interface with neato-keen sound feedback when you click the buttons, get Norton. If you want a crappy firewall and other bloat, get the new version of PC-cillin. But if you want to have full control over every nuance of your anti-malware utility, with defaults that work great out of the box, and top-of-class detection capability, all in a no-nonsense package, get KAVP. Oh yes--KAVP did fail in the June, 2003 VB100 test. Why? Because it had one false positive!

joejoe_ reviewed v4.5 on Jul 11, 2003

Worst overal antivirus what i know.
Sending ever fake virus reports, home web site killing msie. just terrible.

panorama reviewed v4.5 on Jun 26, 2003

where i can get previous beta versions of kaspersky.

Grandpas reviewed v4.5 on Jun 15, 2003

What's new ?
I've tested quickly v4.xx ... too 'heavy' and too many 'add-on' for a single workstation. I'm waiting for an updated version close to the v3.5. I generally bypass the control center installation; just the monitor, very good for a 'normal' use.

dejavu reviewed v4.5 on Jun 14, 2003

Until version 3.0 it was one of the best antivirus. I believe AVP can do it better! What happened?

VikingStorm reviewed v4.5 on Jun 14, 2003

Though Kaspersky is one of the most useful antiviruses in that it has the best unpacking engine of every antivirus, 4.5 is a slight improvement over the bloated 4.x. Unless you want to use this as an on-demand scanner, I suggest you wait for the upcoming much much speedier 5.0.

bluelabel reviewed v4.0.9.0 on Dec 30, 2002

bloated used to be one of the best AV around,besides it hangs and slows my programs such as window media player it takes more than 20 seconds to open.

iggy-eg reviewed v4.0.1.54 on Jan 2, 2002

Doesn't truly seem to be a whole lot new here. A different look. The processing does seem a lot faster on my Dell Dimension L500r 192 Ram P3. Using XP PRO haven't had any conflicts using early version of this software on this pc.
The beta version has run fine - updated fine etc for several days now. I've read reports here & online of people having problems getting virus protection to run under XP ( all versions ). But Kaspersky AVP has run good for me under XP since version 3.5.133. I like the look of this latest version. And as I stated before - doing a full all file manual scan seemed to run faster than it had in the past.

vampirefo reviewed v4.0.1.54 on Dec 26, 2001

Well So far I like it, I have tested earlier versions, and I like them also, But they didn't work right with XP, so far so good, keep up the good work guys, and keep the beta's posted and coming All.

dr4gn reviewed v4.0.1.54 on Dec 21, 2001

the best anti-virus scanner period...

fooooobar reviewed v4.0.1.54 on Dec 21, 2001

I take my 5 rating back. After a few hours using it I realised how buggy it was. how can this be a final release? Ive gone back to KAV3. Horribly unstable, regular freezes, BSOD city. Wait for next version........seriously.

georgef reviewed v4.0.1.54 on Dec 21, 2001

I hope someday someone will give some technical or tangible reason why they prefer AVP above NAV. I use NAV and believe in it.