--- title: Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool Reviews meta\_title: 'Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 45 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.4 review\_count: 45 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-09' parent\_category: name: Endpoint Protection url: https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-protection --- # Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool Reviews & Product Details Claimed ###### Profile Status This profile is currently managed by Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool but has limited features. Are you part of the Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool team? [Upgrade your plan](https://sell.g2.com) to enhance your branding and engage with visitors to your profile! Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool provides lightweight protection against malware, adware, and other riskware (including crypto-mining software). Uses cloud-assisted behavior detection from Kaspersky’s endpoint technologies to scan and block ransomware and crypto-malware immediately. Free, lightweight tool that detects and blocks ransomware, adware, and crypto‑miners using cloud‑assisted behavior detection from Kaspersky’s endpoint technologies – scans and stops threats immediately: • Crypto-miners detection In addition to ransomware, Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool can detect and block adware, pornware and riskware objects including crypto-mining software. • Works with most security software It doesn't matter which software you use. Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool is compatible with most cybersecurity solutions. • Ransomware scanning The Anti-Ransomware Tool automatically scans and monitors files on your computer to proactively identify and neutralize threats. * * * Seller [Kaspersky](https://www.g2.com/sellers/kaspersky-bce2dc7f-2586-4e87-96da-114de2c40584) Discussions [Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool Community](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-anti-ransomware-tool/discuss) Solution Type Best-of-Breed Overview by Elena Chernikova Show More ## Value at a Glance Averages based on real user reviews. ### Time to Implement 4 months ### Return on Investment 20 months [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-anti-ransomware-tool/pricing) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![ESET PROTECT](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "ESET PROTECT") ESET PROTECT 4.6/5(1,003) ](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) [ ![ThreatDown](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "ThreatDown") ThreatDown 4.6/5(1,089) ](https://www.g2.com/products/threatdown/reviews) [ ![Webroot Business Endpoint Protection](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Webroot Business Endpoint Protection") Webroot Business Endpoint Protection 4.5/5(532) ](https://www.g2.com/products/webroot-business-endpoint-protection/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-anti-ransomware-tool/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 45 real user reviews. Implementation Time 4 months Perceived Cost $$$$$ [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) ![Akshit P.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Akshit P.") AP Akshit P. Learner Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 4/8/2024 "Peace of mind, assured." 4.5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? For someone who has been a victim to Ransomware, this tool brings you peace of mind. "For free", thats the important part because i like this incentive. Unsure about the reliability at first, I tried installing several Ransomware on a fresh installation of windows with this tool on. Since then, i have never doubted its performance! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? For one, i wish there were similar apps for Linux and MacOS devices(atleast the base package). Another thing that concered me a bit was the reputation related worries. However, at the end, things worked out for me and I am happy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? For me and a lot of people out there who are hesistant about spending money in events related to ransomware either to the attacker or the defender, this tool lends a hand by providing the base package for free. I am glad to have a choice here to use the free app and optionally switch to the Pro versions as requirements change. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Anandha K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anandha K.") AK Anandha K. Back End Developer Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 4/9/2024 "Excellent security solutions for your PC" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? UI and features are very user friendly.A very good malware detection and web protection keeping my computer safe for past years Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? Considering other antivirus it's a bit expensive. False positives rate are soo high I had may occasions when Kaspersky marked a legitimate file as malware Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? It help me to keep out malware and my pc safe and also I can safely surf through the web without worries Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Harihara S.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Harihara S.") HS Harihara S. Malware Analyst Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 4/11/2023 "A great security tool which actually prevents/protects from ransomware" 4/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? I liked the app's design very much user friendly and it installs quick & scans for vulnerability and also there's an in-build crypto mining detection, which is a huge plus!. They have backup option too which is very essential for the one who's dealing with the Ransonwares. It runs in the background in order to protect the users in real time which is understandable and they only use very minimal amount of RAM. These features definitely add a extra layer of security to your computers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? Well i didn't liked the registration it asked during the installation of the tool which it asked for name and email and user should choose to accept to the advertisement that it will send to them in future and there's no other way to it. And it's always pushing or prompting the user to buy premium version and also sometimes notifications can be pretty annoying& sometimes can cause interruptions to the work flow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? It helps to prevent the Ransonware attack in the system. Ransonware is a type of malware which encrypts the user files and asks for ransom in order to provide a key to the user. Such type of attacks are prevents /minimized by the usage of this app. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Rakesh K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Rakesh K.") RK Rakesh K. Associate Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/15/2023 "Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool is a lightweight tool" 5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? Kaspersky Anti-Rensomeware tool is a lightweight tool. Also, it has an excellent virus definition and an updated protection facility to protect from viruses and ransomware. This is a NextGen Anti-Ransomeware tool, which can protect it from new types of ransomware. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? I have used this on my laptop i don't think there is any such kind of issues. Because when i installed this on my laptop, i hadn't seen much load or unnecessary processes in my laptop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? Whenever I'm using any website, it has a good feature. it has a protective approach to ransomware protection. it uses behavior-based detection techniques to identify suspicious activity commonly associated with ransomware. it is monitoring the behavior of programs and processes in real-time and quickly detects and delete ransomware before it encrypts files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Ahmed Jahangeer K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Ahmed Jahangeer K.") AK Ahmed Jahangeer K. Research Analyst Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 7/17/2023 "Best for trojan detection and process threat cleansing." 4/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? It's best when it comes to trojan detection plus it cleans threats also rather than just removing it or putting it in a quarantine and also it has a best user freindly interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? The pricing level and packages rate are way too high Microsoft defender also provides all with no fee but Kaspersky is still best to use and worth buying and trying. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? It's detecting and removing trojan and other RAT processes on run time basis, plus it has multiple option and gives you full control over your personal computer or laptop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Manasa V.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Manasa V.") MV Manasa V. Associate Consultant Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 4/21/2023 "Beneficial Anti-ransomware solution" 5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? It scans for malware and blocks it immediately. There is always room for downloading ransomware files without our knowledge, vulnerability scan scans the OS files and the programs installed and prevents the device from becoming infected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? Not any that I came across or experienced so far. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? This helps scan the files installed on my system and detect if any ransowmware files are downloaded thereby prevents my device from becoming infected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Anil K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anil K.") AK Anil K. Information Security Consultant Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/17/2023 "Security Amplified and enhanced tool" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? All about Anti-Ransomeware tool helps protect in real-time and its complete solution for ransomware prevention risk is out of the box provide effective protection. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? I have no dislike in the Kaspersky Anti-virus especially in anti-Ransomeware tool, it actually provides complete protection of wide variety of ransomware so its simply good Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? During my graduation time for a research purpose I had downloaded some papers and some how a ransomware was able to penetrate and affected my computer, then after 2 weeks I got this news about Kaspersky anti-ransomeware tool, then i brought a subscription. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Mohammad N.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Mohammad N.") MN Mohammad N. HVAC project manager Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/24/2023 "Good product but can be improved" 4/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? it is easy to download, user-friendly, and the updates are unique; you can have great peace of mind for your operating system while using Kaspersky. no hidden menus and easy to naviagte Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? it made my PC and laptop much slower than they used to be, I know this might be considered by others as a good scanning and safety measurement to keep the PC safe and the scanner running in the background, but because we use a our own system at work, this was not a great thing to have Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? Keeping our data safe from the specialised ransomware vireuses and of course, many trojan horses that comes inside flash drives that clients would bring to our office unknowingly of the threat they possess Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Vishesh K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Vishesh K.") VK Vishesh K. Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 4/25/2023 "very good and advance tool" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? in short time it helps to get secure my all sensetive and important things to exposure to the attackers and make safe and feel safe Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? as an expert i say their is no dislike about it but, i will provide a suggestion to approch the low usage users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? to secure my network and devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Pankaj R.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Pankaj R.") PR Pankaj R. Product Security Specialist Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 5/18/2023 "Good anti-ransonware tool" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? What I like most about it is the detection of crypto mining software. We have a couple of incidents at our organization and we use multiple anti-ransomware tool to detect such incidents. None other tools detected crypto mining software but Kaspersky this feature stood out of all other tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool? Hmmm, nothing much but rarely I have observed scan takes too much time may be hardware CPU optimization software slows down. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool solving and how is that benefiting you? Detecting malware and protecting my customer's data and Intellectual properties. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. 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