Antivirus (221 programs)
Pros: McAfee is one of the most trusted names in antivirus software. Different pricing options are available. Antivirus protection for all devices in your household. Offers 1GB of encrypted cloud storage. VPN and password manager included.
Cons: Relatively expensive to protect multiple devices. Can be difficult to uninstall. Parental control not as effective as it could be. Not all features are available across all devices and operating systems.
Pros: Free. Scans compressed files and self extracting executables.
Cons: You can't update - you must reinstall.
Pros: Free and lightweight tool. Quickly stops running malware processes. Fixes PC settings to help antivirus work properly. Provides a report of stopped threats.
Cons: Cannot fully clean the system on its own. Must be used alongside an antivirus or anti-malware program.
Pros: Real-time protection. Impressive parental controls. Built-in password manager. Back-up and tune-up functions. Folder encryption options.
Cons: Very resource-hungry. Browser optimization limited to Internet Explorer. Anti-virus notifications are a little cryptic.
Pros: Comes with a simple interface. Offers real-time protection. Ensures quick scans. Features a detailed feedback menu.
Cons: Doesn’t support pop-up alerts.
Pros: Excellent selection of language options. No installation needed. Automatically creates change logs. Easy to use. Customizable scan priority.
Cons: No signature-updates. No shell integration.
Pros: Anti virus, anti phishing, anti malware, anti spam and mobile security all in one. Cover all your devices for one low price.
Cons: Not free software.
Pros: Real-time scanning. Email scanning. Spyware Protection.
Cons: May not be compatible with the latest operating system. Cannot guarantee perfect scanning. Limited Quick Scan.
Cons: Not many configuration options.
Pros: Boots independently of Windows for deeper threat removal. Includes rootkit detection and registry access tools. Free to use with an updatable malware database. Works with both BIOS and UEFI-based systems.
Cons: No support for system restore points or full file recovery. Requires technical steps to create boot media and boot from it.
Pros: Interactive user interface. Multiple scan options. Quick system scans. Low resource usage.
Cons: Notifications can be annoying at times. Can block harmless applications from running. Slows your system down, although not by much. Difficult to disable when you need to do so.
Pros: Excellent for blocking malicious URLs and stopping malware. The User Interface is elegant and simple. Compatible with both Microsoft and Apple systems.
Cons: User account confirmation demanded every single time users open the interface. Does not support older Windows XP, Vista operated machines.
Pros: No installation needed.
Pros: Provides customizable scan settings and schedules. Lightweight interface with user-friendly controls. Includes free online support and reliable malware detection.
Cons: Lacks advanced real-time protection features.
Pros: Real-time threat detection with regularly updated malware database. Automatic backup capability. Smarter AI-powered scam detection features. Flexible subscription plans based on device coverage.
Cons: Desktop-only access for Avast Assistant, with mobile support on the roadmap.
