Want a quick answer? Avast came out on top in its heavily discounted pricing for first-year customers, its range of customer support options, and its ability to detect and block the malware test samples I threw at it. I performed tests to check how easy the software is to use, how it affects PC performance, the support available when things go wrong, and more. With both providers having so many users, it’s assumed they must be going the extra mile to protect the security of their customers, so I wanted to put their protection efforts to the test. In this Malwarebytes vs Avast comparison, I’ll go much deeper than threat detection capabilities. A similar Android app is in development and will be released soon.Malwarebytes and Avast are two credible options for anyone thinking about bolstering the security of their devices.

Combining spam call blocking, text message filtering, ad blocking, and protection from scam websites in one convenient iOS app.

Detecting ransomware before it can lock your device (Windows and Android device only).

Tells you which Android apps may have excessive permissions.

Stopping unwanted apps at source, using known poor developer reputation to protect you.

Detecting and preventing contact with websites used by scammers and malicious parties.

Detecting and blocking phishing scams used to steal your identity or access your bank account.

Catching threats automatically, so you're protected without even having to think about it.Detecting and removing viruses, ransomware and other malware in real time with advanced anti malware technology.

It protects against emerging threats such as viruses which can target your personal data, ransomware which can encrypt or delete all your files and phishing scams which try to steal data with fake emails.

Malwarebytes is a widely respected anti-malware product which can protect your PC’s, tablets and phones from viruses and other malicious software.

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