We test antivirus software against real malware, measure performance impact, and evaluate security features to help you find the best protection.
Looking for the best antivirus? Our team has tested 20+ security suites using real-world malware samples, performance benchmarks, and feature analysis.
Based on real-world malware testing and performance analysis
Top-rated malware detection with minimal system impact
$30/yr (then $60/yr)
Complete protection with VPN, dark web monitoring & cloud backup
$50/yr (then $120/yr)
Unlimited devices with identity theft protection
$40/yr (then $120/yr)
Play Protect catches only 84% of threats. Bitdefender scores 99.9% with minimal battery drain. We tested 6 apps—here's what actually works.
iPhones can't run antivirus—so what do security apps actually do? VPN, identity monitoring, phishing protection. We tested 5 from $15-$100/yr.
Mac malware up 400% since 2019. Intego scores 99.4%, Bitdefender 99.9%. We tested 5 apps on M2 MacBooks—here's what actually works.
Windows Defender scores 99.2%, Bitdefender Free hits 99.8%. We tested 5 free options—no trials, no tricks. Here's what actually protects you.
Windows Defender scores 99.4% but lacks VPN and ransomware recovery. Bitdefender hits 99.8% from $20/yr. We tested gaming impact too.
Bitdefender and Norton score 100% detection. McAfee offers unlimited devices. We tested 7 options—see pricing, performance, and our top pick.
Norton 360 scores 6/6 on AV-TEST with unlimited VPN and 50GB backup. $50 first year, then $120/yr renewal. 90-day test results.