McAfee Review 2026: Solid Protection, Mediocre Performance

CNET’s 2026 review says McAfee delivers strong malware protection and useful privacy/cleanup tools.

The suite stands out for unlimited device coverage and solid support, making it appealing for families or users with many devices.

However, scans are slow, system impact is heavy, and the VPN and browser extension underperform.

Bottom line: McAfee is a mixed pick — strong on protection and extras, but less attractive if speed matters.