Find the Best Antivirus Software
Honest comparisons of the top antivirus and cybersecurity tools. We analyze detection rates, performance impact, and pricing so you stay protected without overpaying.
Top Antivirus Software
1
Bitdefender Total Security
From $39.99/yr
Detection
9.7
Performance
9
Value
8.8
9.1
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOSReal-time protectionVPN includedPassword manager
2
Norton 360
From $39.99/yr
Detection
9.5
Performance
8.2
Value
8
8.8
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOSReal-time protectionVPN includedPassword manager
3
Kaspersky Total Security
From $49.99/yr
Detection
9.3
Performance
8.5
Value
8
8.5
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOSReal-time protectionVPN includedPassword manager
4
ESET NOD32
From $39.99/yr
Detection
9
Performance
9.2
Value
8
8.4
Overall
Windows, macOS, LinuxReal-time protectionNo VPNNo password manager
5
Malwarebytes Premium
From $44.99/yr
Detection
8.7
Performance
8.5
Value
7.8
8.2
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, ChromeOSReal-time protectionNo VPNNo password manager
6
F-Secure Total
From $59.99/yr
Detection
8.8
Performance
8
Value
7.5
8
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOSReal-time protectionVPN includedPassword manager
7
McAfee Total Protection
From $39.99/yr
Detection
8.8
Performance
7.5
Value
8.2
8
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, ChromeOSReal-time protectionVPN includedPassword manager
8
Trend Micro Maximum Security
From $39.95/yr
Detection
8.6
Performance
7.5
Value
8
7.9
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, ChromeOSReal-time protectionNo VPNPassword manager
9
Avast One
From $49.99/yr
Detection
8.5
Performance
7.8
Value
8.5
7.8
Overall
Windows, macOS, Android, iOSReal-time protectionVPN includedNo password manager
10
VIPRE Advanced Security
From $39.99/yr
Detection
8.3
Performance
8
Value
7.5
7.6
Overall
Windows, macOSReal-time protectionNo VPNNo password manager
How Security Scanner Works
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We Test
Every antivirus is tested for malware detection, system impact, and real-world protection across multiple threat scenarios.
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