Windows 10: What is the best free AV software, Bitdefender or Avast?

In this day in age, NOTHING is enough, due vigilance is still and always will be best option. It's like expecting seat belts and air bags to protect you 100% and go slamming in 18 wheelers because you didn't see them.
It may be even worse than that, with all this internet connectivity, you better expect and be ready for a tree to jump out in front of your car.

 

I use Kaspersky free and up to now is doing its job very well, I also have Malwarebytes Premium which works well with the Antivirus software.

 

Well I have seen at least 1 post here of a member get bitten running WD... if in doubt go by what the experts suggest..not by Tom, Dick and Sally...

 

Hi Mandroid

Like you, I have a tight budget, but when it comes to computer security, I don't compromise.

I've always been a huge fan of Avast and have never had an issue with any of their security products.

I use Avast Premier Antivirus, Avast AntiTrack Premium, Avast SecureLine VPN, Avast Cleanup Premium, and Avast Driver Updater as well as Malwarebytes (Premium).

Some might say it's overkill, but it's what I'm happy with.

Hope this helps.

Kind Regards, Neil *Smile

 

I used to use Avast Internet Security but stop paying for it as Avast has turned into bloatware. I have been using only Windows Defender and it does the job. I can see no reason to pay for an AV.

 

I just use Defender since my bank stopped providing a free Kaspersky licence due the perceived risks of using Russian software.

 

Liking Defender so far on 2 systems, almost ready to convert all systems to Defender, and not have to worry on updating to new Avast builds monthly, removing/reinstalling for issues at times, I just have to make sure would run well on 3rd system before i fully commit to using it fully

 

For standard Home use, Windows Defender is quite good.
Again, security updates for your OS and software is the MOST important of all.
AV nowadays is considered the lowest level of protection.
Keeping your system up to date would be the most top priority.

Second or first, is using common sense. Just don't browse to shady sites, or open emails that look suspicious and so on.

Install less programs. Only install apps that you use the most.

As for enterprises, I would still choose either McAfee VirusScan or Symantec Endpoint Protection.
Most because that they allow monitoring as opposed to Defender, which is not capable of monitoring.

Having that said, most 3rd party AV programs have security vulnerabilities themselves...

 

Do any of you use the free version Malwarebytes by any chance, as a backup?

 

As a backup for what ? I use free edition only and with no resident parts.

 

What I mean is, do you use it along with Windows Defender to protect yourself again malware?

 

Yes, just like that, every now and than, specially after installing some program I scan with it and ADW Cleaner too, it also comes from Malwarebytes company. Just spent half an hour with both of them on my W7 installation. A simple game I found on some old CD made quite a mess. Installed 146 PuPs and bunch of advertisements that kept opening my browser and trying to download even more s*** along with free Avast.

 

Hi All,
Have any of you tried this free software ? Free Cloud Antivirus Application Control for PC | SecureAPlus I have it running alongside windows 10 on two computer's, it seems to work well and it uses multiple cloud antivirus engine's.
David

 

You're going to get a long list of people's differing suggestions as to which AV is best. Do some research and watch various reviews on youtube like this channel.

 

Like with so many SW as well as HW, there's no "Best" AV, just what suits YOU best.