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Anti Malware Software

Anti-malware tools look for malicious software, and the choice turns on platform support and protection features. Use this board to compare real-time protection, ransomware protection, scheduled scans, behavior monitoring and device limits.

The signal score is out of 10. Check the API mark for a public API, the open-source mark for available source code and the free-tier mark for a free plan. Compare those signals with the platforms and pricing that fit your setup.

  • 16 platforms
  • 1 with a public API on this page
  • 9 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    C
    ClamAVclamav.net

    Antivirus software for scanning email and web traffic and protecting endpoints on several systems.

    7.6 APIOpenFree Free tier
  2. 2
    PM
    PC Maticpcmatic.com

    Freemium security service for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web, and API access.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $30/yr
  3. 3
    FS
    F-Secure Internet Securityf-secure.com

    Paid internet security for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, web, and extensions, with a 30-day trial.

    6.3 APIOpenFree From $89.99/yr (lower tiers unpriced)
  4. 4
    MP
    Malwarebytes Premiummalwarebytes.com

    Freemium complete security for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and extensions on up to 20 devices.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  5. 5
    IM
    IObit Malware Fighteriobit.com

    Freemium Windows software providing complete security for up to three devices.

    6.2 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $23.99/yr (lower tiers unpriced)
  6. 6
    SE
    Seqrite Endpoint Protection Cloudseqrite.com

    Endpoint security for Linux, macOS, and Windows, with web, API, and extension options.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  7. 7
    SS
    Spybot – Search & Destroysafer-networking.org

    Free Windows software finds spyware and tracking software and blocks access to some unsafe sites.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier · from €18.99/yr (lower tiers unpriced)
  8. 8
    DW
    Dr.Web KATANAproducts.drweb.com

    Paid Windows antivirus starting at $9.30 yearly, with a 30-day trial.

    5.9 APIOpenFree From $9.30/yr
  9. 9
    S
    SUPERAntiSpywaresuperantispyware.com
    5.5 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $19.99/yr
  10. 10
    3T
    360 Total Security360totalsecurity.com

    Freemium Windows security software offering complete protection for one device.

    5.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  11. 11
    SH
    Sophos Homehome.sophos.com

    Paid security software for Windows and macOS, with a 30-day trial and a 10-device limit.

    5.0 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    VE
    VirIT eXplorertgsoft.it
    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
  13. 13
    GA
    Gridinsoft Anti-Malwaregridinsoft.com

    Paid Windows internet security for up to five devices, offering a six-day trial.

    4.7 APIOpenFree $149 one-time
  14. 14
    TP
    Tencent PC Managerguanjia.qq.com
    4.6 APIOpenFree Free tier
  15. 15
    EA
    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  16. 16
    W
    WiperSoftwipersoft.com
    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which platforms does it need to run on?

Choose software that covers the devices you use. The board lists Windows, macOS, Android, web access and browser extensions, plus tools with an API.

Check platform coverage before paying, especially if your setup mixes desktop and mobile devices.

Which protection features should I compare?

Compare real-time protection, ransomware protection, scheduled scans and behavior monitoring. These controls describe how the tool watches for threats and checks files or activity.

A scheduled scan can suit a planned check, while real-time protection addresses activity as it happens.

How should I compare free and paid plans?

Start with the free-plan and paid-from details. A free plan can let you use the software without a subscription, while paid pricing shows the entry cost for additional coverage or features.

A free trial is a separate offer, so check whether the trial or plan matches the devices and protections you need.

How many devices can it protect?

Use the maximum-devices field to match a product with the number of computers or mobile devices you need to cover.

Check this limit alongside platform coverage, since a device allowance does not show which operating systems are supported.

Do I need an API or open-source code?

Choose a public API when the software must connect to another service or workflow. Choose open-source code when you need to inspect or change the code, and check the licence before using it.

Questions

What does anti-malware software do?

It looks for malicious software and provides controls such as real-time protection, ransomware protection, scheduled scans and behavior monitoring.

Which platforms are covered by these anti-malware tools?

The board compares Windows, macOS, Android, web access, browser extensions and products with an API. Check a product's coverage for your devices.

Is there free anti-malware software?

The board marks products with a free plan and shows paid-from pricing. It also separates free trials from ongoing free plans.

What is the difference between a free plan and a free trial?

A free plan is an ongoing no-cost option. A free trial is a temporary way to use a paid product, so check its terms and length.

How do I compare anti-malware device limits?

Compare the maximum-devices field with the number of devices you need, then confirm that the supported platforms match those devices.

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