1.Is it better than kaspersky total?
No, if you currently have a KIS total stay with it. But if you are looking for a free option this is pretty damn good.
2.does it update?
If you mean signature updates, Yes it does update daily but if you mean version updates then it does not auto update to the newer version, you will have to manually download the version and update it.
3. is it safe or it is in danger to be blacklisted?
yes it is safe and you are not in danger to be blacklisted.