Microsoft Defender Alternatives

One of the most popular alternatives to Microsoft Defender is Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, which has a free version. Other popular alternatives are Avast Free Antivirus, ClamAV, Bitdefender Antivirus and Spybot - Search & Destroy. Anti-Virus Apps like Microsoft Defender are a crowded field, with more than 100 alternatives for Windows, Mac, Android, Linux and iPhone.

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  1. ClamWin icon
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    ClamWin is a free, open-source antivirus software for Microsoft Windows, using the ClamAV engine. It has an easy-to-use installer and its source code is publicly available. It features high detection rates for viruses and spyware, a scanning scheduler, and automatic updates of...

    66 ClamWin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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  2. Comodo Internet Security is a free, very voluminous and multi-layered security application that keeps hackers out and personal information in.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  3. LoveLaceAV icon
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    LoveLaceAV is a Hypatia fork, FOSS malware scanner for Android. It is powered by ClamAV style signature databases.

    51 LoveLaceAV alternatives

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  4. Panda Dome icon
     70 likes

    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.

    70 Panda Dome alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
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  5. Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool is a free software intended to disinfect infected computers, removing viruses, Trojans, and spyware, as well as any other types of malware. It can also remove advertising software and applications that may be used for malicious purposes.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  6. Delivers comprehensive security with real-time threat protection against malware, spyware, ransomware, and phishing. Features include smart firewall, password manager, AI-driven virus defense, machine learning file analysis, Intrusion Prevention, Behavior Protection, Proactive Exploit Protection, and Power Eraser.

    80 Norton AntiVirus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  7. Hypatia is the world's first FOSS malware scanner for Android. It is powered by ClamAV style signature databases.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  8. Sophos Home icon
     12 likes

    Secure up to 10 home Macs and PCs with business grade antivirus and web category blockers.

    60 Sophos Home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  9. SUPERAntiSpyware is a dedicated anti-malware tool that detects and removes spyware, adware, trojans, ransomware, and other threats that traditional antivirus software may miss. Available in Free and Pro editions for Windows.

    52 SUPERAntiSpyware Professional X alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. Offers multi-engine antivirus and anti-malware with real-time threat detection, ransomware prevention, system and privacy optimization, web and network protection, minimal system impact, regular threat updates, scheduled scans, and support for external devices.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  11. Norton 360 icon
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    All-in-one suite delivering antivirus, malware protection, firewall, secure VPN, cloud backup, password manager, dark web monitoring, parental controls, and identity theft safeguards, including LifeLock alerts, real-time protection, and cross-device coverage.

    28 Norton 360 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

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