Features
| Compatibility |
|
| Basic protection | ✓ |
| Anti ransomware | ✗ |
| Firewall | ✓ |
| Web protection | ✓ |
| VPN | ✓150 mb/day |
| Cloud backup | ✗ |
| Data encryption | ✗ |
| Parental control | ✗ |
| Password manager | ✗ |
| Software updater | ✗ |
| Device optimizer | ✗ |
| File shredder | ✗ |
| Mic monitor | ✗ |
| Camera monitor | ✗ |
| Ad blocker | ✗ |
| Privacy protection | ✗ |
| Dark web monitoring | ✓scanner |
| Identity protection | ✗ |
| Identity theft insurance | ✗ |
| Credit bureau monitoring | ✗ |
| Bank / Credit card fraud alert | ✗ |
| Court record alert | ✗ |
| Home title alert | ✗ |
Pawan - Cybersecurity expert
Pawan is a cybersecurity expert with 15 years of experience. He began by removing PC viruses and expanded to web and computer security consulting.
Last Updated: July 30, 2025
We calculate this score based on certain criteria. 0.5 points for each essential feature (max 2.5) and 0.1 points for each additional security tool. Our reviewer can give up to 0.5 points. 0.5 points are for additional useful features.
Panda Essential overview
In its essential bundle it offers all the features in its free version and firewall with network security. It also provides real time protection on Mac and Android as well in this bundle.
How good is Panda Essential
Pros
- Dark web scanner for leaked passwords
Cons
- No anti-ransomware
Detailed features review of Panda Essential
antimalware
It provide protection against viruses, malware, spyware etc.
vpn
It provides VPN in free but is limited to 150MB / day.
firewall
It includes a Firewall with network security.
web protection
Panda dome safe browsing providing antiphishing and avoid to visit to dangerous websites or fake websites.
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