We tested the top providers in Identity Theft Protection to help you make the right choice.
Our top picks based on specific use cases and needs.
An excellent choice for users looking for Comprehensive Protection with strong performance features and reliability.
9.2/10An excellent choice for users looking for Credit Monitoring with strong performance features and reliability.
8.8/10An excellent choice for users looking for Norton Integration with strong performance features and reliability.
8.4/10Uses IBM Watson artificial intelligence to detect identity threats in real-time, offering dark web monitoring, social media scanning, and up to $1M in theft insurance.
8.4/10Endorsed by Dave Ramsey, Zander offers affordable identity theft protection with dedicated case managers and up to $1M insurance coverage for individuals and families.
8.4/10One of the few services offering free identity theft protection with $50K insurance and free TransUnion credit monitoring no credit card required to sign up.
8.3/10Get identity theft protection bundled with Norton's award-winning antivirus, VPN, and password manager best value when purchased as part of the full Norton 360 suite.
8.2/10Identity protection bundled with McAfee's antivirus and VPN suite, featuring personal data cleanup from data brokers and 24/7 monitoring with $1M theft coverage.
8.0/10The only identity protection service offering access to licensed private investigators for restoration, with up to $3M in coverage and unlimited expert consultations.
7.9/10Identity protection direct from Experian, one of the three major credit bureaus, offering free dark web scanning and credit monitoring with optional three-bureau premium upgrades.
7.8/10Side-by-side comparison of all Identity Theft Protection providers we have tested.
| Provider | Overall | Safety | Value | Ease | Price | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aura | 9.2 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 9.5 | $12.00/mo | Comprehensive Protection | Review |
| IdentityForce | 8.8 | 9.3 | 6.5 | 8.0 | $17.99/mo | Credit Monitoring | Review |
| LifeLock | 8.4 | 7.8 | 8.5 | 8.8 | $11.99/mo | Norton Integration | Review |
| Identity Guard | 8.4 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 8.3 | $7.50/mo | AI-Powered Monitoring | Review |
| Zander Insurance | 8.4 | 7.8 | 9.0 | 8.5 | $6.75/mo | Affordable Protection | Review |
| Credit Sesame | 8.3 | 7.2 | 9.0 | 8.8 | Free / $19.95/mo | Free Credit Monitoring | Review |
| Norton LifeLock Alternative | 8.2 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 8.6 | $9.99/mo | Norton Antivirus Bundle | Review |
| McAfee Identity Protection | 8.0 | 7.8 | 7.5 | 8.5 | $9.99/mo | Security Suite Bundle | Review |
| IDShield | 7.9 | 8.2 | 7.0 | 8.0 | $14.95/mo | Licensed Investigator Access | Review |
| Experian IdentityWorks | 7.8 | 8.3 | 7.0 | 7.8 | Free / $24.99/mo | Credit Bureau Direct | Review |
Every provider is evaluated across three dimensions:
The Total Score is a weighted average. Read our full methodology →