Microsoft Defender Alternatives

Microsoft Defender is described as 'Windows Security (known as Windows Defender Antivirus before Windows 10 May 2020 Update, Windows Defender before Windows 10 Creators Update, or Microsoft Defender Antivirus before Windows 11) is an anti-malware component of Microsoft Windows' and is a very popular Anti-Virus app in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Microsoft Defender for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, Linux and iPhone apps. The best Microsoft Defender alternative is Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, which is free. Other great apps like Microsoft Defender are Avast Free Antivirus, ClamAV, Bitdefender Antivirus and Spybot - Search & Destroy.

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  1. LibreAV icon
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    Anti-malware for Android using machine learning. Contribute to projectmatris/antimalwareapp development by creating an account on GitHub.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  2. Fast Antivirus - 100% protection for your Windows device against viruses, spyware, and malware. Install free antivirus software from Apps4.Store.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  3. iVerify icon
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    ¡Verify Basic is your gateway to enhanced device security and threat awareness, offering a glimpse into the powerful capabilities of our enterprise-grade solution, iVerify EDR. Designed for individuals who prioritize their digital security

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
     
  4. Zillya! Antivirus includes a fully installed antivirus with all the needed features.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  5. SpyShelter icon
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    SpyShelter is an effective and easy-to-use security application that helps you to protect your system against known and unknown malware.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. Crystal Security is a cloud-based system that detects and removes malicious programs (malware) from your computer. Its technology provides fast detection against malware and lets you know about the changes on your computer in real time.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Padvish Antivirus End-Point Security Edition is actually a combination of a good antivirus with firewall features and device control has provided a higher level of security.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. SpyHunter icon
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    What is SpyHunter and How It Works?

    As malware continues to evolve and become more sophisticated to avoid detection by anti-spyware/anti-virus programs, SpyHunter responds with new advanced technology to stay one step ahead of today’s computer threats.

    SpyHunter is a powerful.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. Raspirus icon
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    Sometimes you work on a computer that is not connected to the internet. It even has no antivirus installed, and you guess you are safe. But it could be used by a lot of people that upload and download files using their personal USB sticks.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10. VirIT eXplorer is an AntiVirus and AntiMalware software for Microsoft Windows.

    VirIT eXplorer is distributed in two different versions:

    VirIT eXplorer PRO: the AntiVirus, AntiSpyware and AntiMalware suite with also Personal Firewall. VirIT eXplorer Lite: the FREE versi.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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