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Top 5 Anti-Virus Programs

Updated: May 23, 2023

Our top 5 Anti-Virus software to keep you safe on your computer


 

1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware



Pros

Excellent Malware removal


Premium isn't needed for basic home use


Doesn't impact performance of computer



Cons

Non-Premium users will get ads from time to time



2. Super Anti-Spyware



Pros

Excellent spyware removal


Easy to use


When paired with Malwarebytes you'll never have to worry


Cons

Has Malware removal but not as good as Malwarebytes


Non-Premium users will get ads from time to time


3. Windows Defender





Pros

Comes Pre-installed with windows


Provides Decent protection against most basic viruses


Cons

Not great against more advanced malware


4. Avast Anti-Virus





Pros

Good Malware removal


Has the ability to do a boot level scan for advanced malicious software


Large virus database


Cons

Has high CPU usage thus slowing down your system


Premium is very invasive and will pop up frequently


Premium features if not used correctly can corrupt files


5. Your Uninstaller





Pros

Fully Removes Programs to the Registry Level


Will show programs hidden in Windows Uninstaller


Various Levels of uninstalling


Amazing when paired with an Anti-Virus


Cons

Not necessarily an Anti-Virus in the Traditional Sense


Paid


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