Sophos Home Free brings enterprise-grade threat intelligence to home users — the same technology protecting Fortune 500 companies. In 2026, it remains one of the most generous free offerings, including remote management for up to 3 devices and web filtering from a world-class security vendor.

Free Features

• AI-powered malware detection (SophosLabs intelligence)
• Web filtering and content control
• Remote management for up to 3 devices
• Ransomware protection
• Remote access alerts and monitoring
• Privacy monitoring

Premium Features ($46.00/year for 10 devices)

• Up to 10 devices
• Safe Browsing browser extension
• Advanced ransomware defense
• Exploit protection
• Predictive AI threat protection

Verdict

Sophos Home Free is the best free antivirus for families wanting enterprise-grade web filtering. The ability to manage protection on 3 devices remotely from a web console is unique among free products.