AdwCleaner Alternatives for Mac

AdwCleaner is not available for Mac but there are some alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to AdwCleaner and eight of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to AdwCleaner are Avast Free Antivirus, Norton AntiVirus, F-Secure Anti-Virus and HouseCall.

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AdwCleaner alternatives are mainly Anti-Malware Apps but may also be Anti-Virus Apps or System Cleaners.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of AdwCleaner.
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AdwCleaner is an easy-to-use OS security utility that allows you to get rid of adware on your computer in seconds, by quickly scanning the system.

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AdwCleaner alternatives page was last updated Dec 1, 2024
  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware icon
     846 likes

    Comprehensive protection software utilizing AI and machine learning to detect and neutralize threats. Features include RDP and Ransomware Protection. Efficiently uses minimal system resources with customizable settings for scan modes and performance adjustments.

    116 Malwarebytes Anti-Malware alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Process scanning
    2.  Heuristic Detection
    3.  Real-time protection
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Multiple languages
    6.  Malware Analysis
    7.  Built-in VPN
    8.  Block Trackers
    9.  No Logs
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  No registration required
    12.  CloudAV
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    • Most users think Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a great AdwCleaner alternative.

    • Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to AdwCleaner.

    • Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is the most popular free alternative to AdwCleaner.

    • Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is Freemium and ProprietaryAdwCleaner is Free and Proprietary
    • Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is LightweightAdwCleaner is not according to our users
  2. Avast Free Antivirus icon
     811 likes

    Avast Free Antivirus a the free for non-commercial and home usage antivirus solution from AVAST Software.

    145 Avast Free Antivirus alternatives
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    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Avast Free Antivirus Features

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  Malware Analysis
    3.  Browser Protection
    4.  Run file in a Sandbox
    5.  Zero-Day Protection
    6.  Heuristic Detection
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  3. Norton AntiVirus icon
     18 likes

    Norton AntiVirus Plus is a security software that provides real-time threat protection against online and offline threats like malware, spyware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. It uses advanced security technology, including a smart firewall and a password manager for secure...

    88 Norton AntiVirus alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Norton AntiVirus Features

    1.  Real-time protection
    2.  AI-Powered
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  4. F-Secure Anti-Virus icon
     15 likes

    F-Secure Anti-Virus provides advanced protection against viruses, spyware intrusions and infected e-mail so you can surf the Web without worrying about security issues. Its automatic updates and powerful DeepGuard 2.

    89 F-Secure Anti-Virus alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  5. HouseCall icon
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    HouseCall is a free virus scanner offered by Trend Micro, which checks whether a computer has been infected by viruses, spyware, or other malware. HouseCall performs additional security checks to identify and fix vulnerabilities to prevent reinfection.

    36 HouseCall alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  6. Adware Doctor icon
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    Adware Doctor prevents malware and malicious files from infecting your Mac. It will be helpful if:

    8 Adware Doctor alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    Discontinued

    Removed from the Mac App Store after it stole users' browsing histories without permission: https://techcrunch.com/2018/09/07/a-top-tier-app-in-apples-mac-app-store-will-steal-your-browser-history/

    Warning

    Removed from the Mac App Store after it stole users' browsing histories without permission: https://techcrunch.com/2018/09/07/a-top-tier-app-in-apples-mac-app-store-will-steal-your-browser-history/

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  7. MacScan icon
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    MacScan protects your mac from malware, scanning and removing it for much-needed security and privacy.

    62 MacScan alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  8. TotalAV  icon
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    At TotalAV, Protection is our Priority. Our app for iPhone & iPad helps to keep you safe from web cybersecurity threats with dangerous website blocking, VPN protection for Public Wi-Fi security, as well as anti-hacking alerts for website data breaches.

    78 TotalAV alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
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