VirusBarrier X9: Award-winning antivirus with real-time scanning that detects Mac malware, Windows threats, and iOS malware via connected devices
NetBarrier X9: Monitors all network traffic with visual animations showing data flows, automatically switching protection levels between home, work, and public networks
Personal Backup 10.9: Creates bootable clones on external drives and syncs files between multiple Macs, functionality that Time Machine doesn’t offer
ContentBarrier X9: Blocks inappropriate content by keywords or categories, monitors chat conversations, and sets Internet time limits per child profile
Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 Pros:
Zero system slowdown during real-time protection unlike competitor products
All five apps accessible through single menu bar icon for convenience
30-day money-back guarantee with free technical support included
Specifically optimized for macOS without unnecessary Windows features
Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 Cons:
No unified dashboard requiring separate app launches for different features
VPN protection available only as paid add-on
Installation requires keeping original installer file for uninstall process
Recommended For:
Mac users upgrading from built-in macOS protections seeking comprehensive security
Parents needing granular control over children’s online activities and screen time
Professionals requiring reliable backup solutions beyond Time Machine capabilities
Additional Information
Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 Specifications
Certifications: Developed by Mac security specialists since 1997
System Requirements: macOS High Sierra (10.13) or later, including macOS Sequoia (15.x)
Install Method: Download with serial number activation, requires 1.5 GB disk space
Language Support: English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish
Use-Case Scenarios & Benefits
Great For: Home offices, creative professionals, families, students, and users frequently connecting to public Wi-Fi networks
Use this if you: Want Mac-specific security without Windows-focused bloat, need parental controls beyond macOS defaults, or require bootable backup functionality beyond Time Machine