ClamAV AlternativesOnly apps from the EU

The best alternative to ClamAV is Avast Free Antivirus, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to ClamAV and many of them are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to ClamAV are Bitdefender Antivirus, Spybot - Search & Destroy, Avira Antivirus and ESET NOD32 Antivirus.

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ClamAV alternatives are mainly Anti-Virus Apps, but if you're looking for Anti-Malware Apps or Firewalls you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux + Open Source, Linux and Android. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to ClamAV.
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  1. Provides free real-time protection against viruses, malware, spyware, and ransomware, with secure HTTPS scanning, customizable scans, password management, home network security, antiphishing, Smart Scan, rescue disk creation, and software updating.

    137 Avast Free Antivirus alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  2. Free antivirus offering comprehensive protection with real-time threat detection, AI-powered security, lightweight performance, Game mode, user-friendly interface, and auto updates. Supports multiple platforms and provides live customer support. Ideal for all users.

    62 Bitdefender Antivirus alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  3. Detects and removes spyware, adware, keyloggers, browser hijackers, and tracking cookies, offering system immunization, real-time protection, manual or scheduled scans, quarantine and secure deletion, detailed reports, and multilingual support.

    100 Spybot - Search & Destroy alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
     
  4. Avira Antivirus icon
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    Offers real-time protection from malware, ransomware, viruses, and spyware, with advanced repair, browser safety, software updates, VPN, PC optimization tools, cloud-based updates, and system clean-up. Available for Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS devices.

    76 Avira Antivirus alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  5. Experience a fast, efficient antivirus with ESET's AI-powered defense against viruses, ransomware, and phishing. Enjoy features like cloud-powered scanning, Enhanced Exploit Blocker, Device Control, and Gamer Mode for uninterrupted use. Optimize your security and maintain speed.

    75 ESET NOD32 Antivirus alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  6. AVG AntiVirus icon
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    AVG AntiVirus Free provides basic antivirus and antispyware protection for home users. Virus database updated every day. Includes innovative LinkScanner for web-protection.

    75 AVG AntiVirus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
     
  7. Panda Dome icon
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    Panda Antivirus protects you while you work, play, or browse online.

    Antivirus Protection Real-time protection against all types of malware and spyware. Schedule periodic scans and/or scan your computer on demand.

    USB protection Protect your PC by preventing the automatic execu.

    66 Panda Dome alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
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    • Android
     
  8. Experience comprehensive online protection across computers, phones, and tablets with robust defenses against spoofed websites, ransomware, and other online threats. Enhance your security with antivirus, anti-malware, and privacy tools, backed by real-time threat detection and frequent updates.

    77 Avast Premium Security alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  9. Comprehensive security suite provides real-time protection against threats, enhances performance with user-friendly optimizations, prevents disk failures, offers private browsing by blocking ads, secures your identity by managing passwords, ensuring a safe digital experience.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  10. Real-time malware defense featuring quick, full, scheduled, and drag-and-drop scanning, webcam protection, cloud-based threat detection, regular updates, and advanced customization for security settings, all with low device impact and support for 5 devices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
     
  11. Delivers real-time antivirus and anti-malware protection, firewall, parental control, spam filtering, and rootkit detection. DeepGuard cloud technology and automatic updates defend privacy, data, and online activities such as banking, shopping, and file downloads.

    34 F-Secure Internet Security alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  12. INLYSE Malware.AI is a cutting-edge AI-based IT security platform which identifies malware and cyber-attacks within seconds.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
     
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