Webroot WiFi Security
Pros
- Reliable
- Fast connection speeds
- Great Customer Support
Cons
- Limited servers
- New product on the market
We have been hard at work reviewing Webroot WiFi Security, one of the newest VPN products available. There is plenty to like about the Webroot VPN. Webroot is actually one of the last big IT security companies to release a VPN product. Companies such as Norton, Kaspersky and Bitdefender have had VPN products bundled with their main security product for well over a year now.
What is Webroot WiFi Security?
Webroot’s latest product is called “WiFi Security” basically, it is a VPN. A VPN is simply a secure connection to a server. It can’t be intercepted and data travelling over a VPN connection is encrypted. This means that all of your internet browsing data is secure. Most of the major security company’s already have a VPN offering, often bundled with their Internet Security product.
Webroot is known for fast, reliable threat detection. The release of a VPN by the company has come a little bit out of left-field. But we’re excited about it!
Like other VPN software, there are a number of server locations available all over the world. Some of these locations include
- USA (Multiple server locations)
- UK
- Australia
- Spain
- Germany
Does it work with my current Antivirus software?
Yes! Webroot Security WiFi works with any Antivirus or Internet Security software. Let’s take a look at a few differences between a VPN and Antivirus.
- Antivirus software protects your device from spyware, viruses and malware. It protects files on the computer from being compromised. One thing that antivirus can’t do is protect the internet traffic that runs between your computer and servers all over the world. This is where the VPN comes to play.
- The VPN’s only function is to encrypt the data that moves between your computer and the internet. In the same way that an Antivirus can’t protect your internet data, a VPN software can’t protect your computer from viruses.
The best part is that with a combination of an Antivirus software and a VPN like Webroot WiFi Security, you can protect yourself in any internet connected environment. Let’s consider this situation. You are spending the afternoon in your local coffee shop,
Mobile Apps Available!
Not only can you download Webroot Wifi security for your Mac or PC, but you can also download the Android and Ios app. Why is that important? It means you can keep your browsing data private no matter where you are. If you are anything like me, you probably use your phone just as much as your laptop for internet browsing. You probably connect to free WiFi hotspots around your city without considering the fact that your data could be being intercepted.
How Does Webroot Wifi Security Compare To Other VPN’s?
Webroot stacks up very well against other leading VPN services. We have created a comparison chart that compares Webroot against NordVPN and HMA VPN.
| Product | No. Of Countries With Server | Number Of Users | Price Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webroot WiFi Security | 35 | up to 5 | $59.99 |
NordVPN | 62 | 6 | $83.99 |
| HideMyAss! Pro VPN | 190 | 5 | $83.88 |
How Much Is Webroot WiFi Security and How Many Licenses Are Included?
Surprisingly, Webroot is very price competitive. 3 device licenses start from just $39.99 per year. If you need to connect more than 3 devices you can upgrade to the 5 device license for just $20.00 more!
3 Reasons To Buy Webroot WiFi Security Today!
- An awesome number of servers available – Over 15 server locations available for you to connect to. Having the ability to connect to a server of your choice gives you the freedom to access country-specific content anytime you need it. For example, you might want to access an article or video that is not available in your country. You can use Webroot WiFi Security to connect to a server in another country and access the information you need.
- Connection speeds and data limits – Webroot WiFi Security has no download limits. That means you can connect to any server and download as much data as you like. In our testing, we found that the average download speeds were 7% slower than our standard broadband connection. There will always be a slight decrease in speed when you use a VPN.
- Backed by Webroot – Webroot, formally Spy Sweeper, has been around since the early 2000’s. The company has proven year after year that it can compete with the big players in the IT Security sector. Webroot is renowned for great customer service and actually won the 2017 SC award for best customer service.
Hi
Thank you so much for this educational, helpful and useful guide to WIFI protection.
I am totally new to this. I did not even know that I needed Wifi protection until reading this article.
Now I know what VPN is and what it does. I would never had thought about the information protection needed for the movement of my information from my computer to my wifi. wow.
Thank you so much for this information and I now know I need this. I will be sharing this information with my friends and family because I am sure that many of them do not know this information,
Thank you again
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer, thanks for stopping by!
I am glad that the article has given you some good information. It is SO important to ensure your internet connected devices are protected. I speak to a lot of people who don’t protect any of their devices. It is such a small investment to protect your devices. Especially when you consider the possible consequences of not taking proper measures to protect your data. Please feel free to pass on any information on my site to your friends and family – I try to provide the best information possible on all things related to technology security.
One of the most popular articles on the site at the moment is our Norton Core Secure Router Review.
thanks again for stopping by and if you ever need anything please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Dan
Wow, this is a good product indeed worth buying. I was just reading an article that talks about the need to protect ourselves on the internet. It mentioned how Cyber-crime is increasing at an alarming rate and what we can do to protect ourselves from these scammers and hackers while using the internet.
I think Webroot WiFi security is worth buying especially looking at that price. For an individual person you can go for the 3 device licenses cost just $39.99 per year.
I will surely consider this VPN, since I really need for protection. I do spend most of my time online and I think having this software will be worth it. I also like feature, the fact that it is very fast and compatible with every Anti-Virus.
Thanks a lot for sharing this. I will consider buying it very soon.
Stephen.
Hi Stephen, Thanks for stopping by!
You are right, honestly cyber crime rates are increasing even faster than expected. Think about it, we rely on our computers, internet and smartphones for almost everything we do in our lives. Yet a lot of the time, we forget to implement any security to protect these devices. The cost of a VPN like this, bundled with a good quality Internet Security Software is exactly what everyone should be doing to keep themselves and their devices safe online.
If you ever need any advice on anything Tech-Security related, please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime!
Dan
Thanks for this post. Most people don’t think about protecting their phone by using a VPN. I will have to look into Webroot’s VPN a bit more. I currently have a yearly plan with one of the services that you show on the comparison chart. It may be time to change to a different one.
Hi Tom! Thanks for stopping by! I couldn’t agree more! I speak to dozens of people daily who don’t think about their phone or tablet when considering security software! If you need any more info on Webroot Security WiFi please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime!
Dan
Thanks for an informative and useful article about Webroot Wifi Security. I think VPN is a good way to stay even more protected online. For the worst part, I do not like that the Windows operating system has so many security vulnerabilities. Unavoidably, there is a need to stay protected online at all times, especially when transferring your money. I have tried a lot of VPNs’. Some are good and some are not. However, everyone advertises it as perfect ones. My question would be is there a stealth mode as an additional option? A ‘Stealth VPN’ is simply a VPN server or protocol that is able to disguise VPN traffic as regular web traffic, even when subjected to deep packet inspection by your network administrator or firewall.Stealth VPN technology can be chosen for reasons or personal privacy, or to avoid throttling (some firewalls won’t block VPN traffic but will slow it dramatically. Even major ISPs like mobile providers are known to do this). On the other hand, if you’re located in a country like UAE, Iran, or China, it may be difficult (or nearly impossible) to access certain websites without using a stealth-enabled VPN service. In some countries (like Iran) VPN usage is actually a crime, so making sure your VPN is undetectable is absolutely critical.
To sum everything up, a strong and reliable antivirus with antispyware and a good VPN can fully protect you online.
Thanks again and safe browsing for everyone!
Regards
Tomas
Hi Tomas, Thanks for stopping by! I couldn’t agree with you more, A VPN is just an awesome way to add an extra layer of protection to your devices. In reality, what you are referring to as a ‘stealth’ mode is simply the way a VPN works. A VPN’s only mission is to keep your internet data private and encrypted. In regards to the speed (slowness) of the VPN software, it will depend on the environment, internet speed and firewall policies. You make a great point about having a VPN combined with a good Antivirus or Internet Security software. Our #1 Recommendation at the moment is Kaspersky Security Cloud.
If you need any more info on anything related to Webroot WiFi Security, or any other security product please don’t hesitate to contact me directly, any time.
Dan
I didn’t really know the name Webroot but then.. I saw they used to be SpySweeper who I’ve used in the past! This sounds like a solid way to keep your wifi safe from anyone who wants to use your internet for nefarious purposes. Definitely something to think about for the holiday season!
Hi Dave, thanks for stopping by!
I am glad to hear that my Webroot WiFi Security review helped you. Correct, Webroot (formally Spy Sweeper) is a serious player in the tech-security world. Protecting your wifi is now more important than ever. We rely on WiFi all the time, and we are happy to connect to any-old WiFi. Yet we don’t actually try to protect our devices when we connect. If you have any other security related questions please let me know.
Dan
Seems like a great product. I love that they have an app, they’re really trying to keep up with the cutting edge. I have used HMA in the past and that is also a great software. The cost of this one is noticeably lower though. Do you think they’ll end up making it higher as they continue?
Hi Sydney! Thanks for stopping by! Awesome to hear that you enjoy the Websroot WiFi Security App! It is so important to keep smartphones secure when connected to the internet, especially public WiFi. HMA is a great product, in fact it is one of our top 5 VPN products that we recommend. It is hard to say what will happen with the pricing – it could go up yes, but Webroot is very affordable with all of its other products so it would not be surprising to see it stay at the current price level. Please let me know if you need any more advice on VPN software.
Dan
First let me say that your article is top notch; exactly what I would look for in a tech site. It is very well thought out and written in a way that I could understand.
The graphics are great adding to the articles content. The whole article educates and we informs.
Love your site and would recommend it to anyone researching website security.
Hi Raymond! Thanks for stopping by! Glad to hear that you enjoyed the review of Webroot WiFi security! If you ever need any advice or help on anything related to IT Security please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.
Dan
Security is one of the most important things in this age of technology. We need to protect all of our electronics. We need a simple secure connection to the servers that can not be intercepted. It is a good thing that it can work with any antivirus or internet security software.
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by! Yes, correct. So many people forget to do anything about protecting their internet connections. Webroot WiFi Security is seriously awesome and a great way for you to protect your internet connection. Please let me know if you need any advice on anything related to IT Security
Hi Dan, thanks for the thorough review! Webroot (I’m an employee) is very excited about our new product, and agree the combination of a VPN and AV (Webroot SecureAnywhere) are important aspects of protecting your devices and your personal information.
I did want to mention that we have VPN servers in 35 countries (you mention 15 in your table). You can see the full list by clicking the pin icon in the app.
Hi Andy, Thanks for stopping by! Appreciate that you have left this comment and I have fixed the table to show 35 countries (typo)
Thanks again for stopping to comment on our review. Much appreciated!
Dan
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Thanks for your review of Webroot Wifi Security. I have been looking for a VPN Service. They appear to have set this branch of their company up for success. 15 server locations available to connect to? That is very impressive along with not having any download limits I’m inpressed. The slower 7% slower download speed is not such a big deal. Thanks again, I am going to check them out.
VPNs are great and I’m always on the lookout for all the best ones of there, so I’m glad to come across a post like this one on Webroot WiFi Security. That Webroot WiFi Security has an app is pretty nice. Good point stating that connecting to WiFi Hotspots could not be secure, so Webroot becomes great particularly for that. So if I travel with my laptop would my device always be secure when connecting to WiFi anywhere? Webroot WiFi Security has a really competitive price and I’ll save your link for when it’s soon time to consider VPN services, well done!
I’ve heard of VPN from a friend who is kind of a computer geek… Basically, I asked him how I could stream movies from a site which is not allowing me to visit it due to the country I live in.
And he said VPN. However, you don’t mention something like that in your article. Is Webroot WiFi Security going to help me achieve what I am after?
thanks a lot for your help!
Webroot Wifi Security seems like a sound investment. Have you compared it to a similar offering with AVG Anti Virus? I know the AVG product links seamlessly with the firewall and my PC but it is more expensive than the Webroot service even paid by the year. Also, does Webroot have a SAAS that allows pay by the month for those on a budget? Regardless this is a great review, lots of actionable information.
Oh dear, I am so illiterate when it comes to tech talk. I know web security is super important but I just don’t understand what it all means. Would you, please be so kind to explain, for dummies, which characteristics are important to pay attention to when getting a Webroot wifi security?
Thank you so so much,
Katya
It’s good to have VPN for web security and public wifi protection. Web root’s pricer offer is better than other programs and a low offer if you add more device license. Thanks for this informing us the advantages of having a VPN and Anti Virus. I just have a question, Is it true that it’s always a good option to get a paid VPN like webroot because the free ones usually collects and gives away data to Facebook to show preferred advertisements? Can you please explain and elaborate on this? Thanks!