9 best antiviruses for Windows 10

Modern computers can easily pick up malicious software. The most vulnerable in this regard is the Windows 10 operating system. But it is precisely this that many of the laptops now sold have! Fortunately, now a rare user will dare to go online without an antivirus installed. Here is just one antivirus to another - strife, not every one of them is able to boast the perfect recognition of spyware, trojans and other similar software. Also, some antiviruses are upset because they spend a lot of computer resources, leading to regular slowdowns. In short, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with our selection of the best antiviruses for Windows 10. So you definitely can’t go wrong with a choice.

Top 10 Antivirus for Windows 10

Nomination	a place	name of antivirus	rating
9 best antiviruses for Windows 10	1	Avira Antivirus Pro	4.9
	2	Kaspersky Total Security 2019	4.9
	3	McAfee Total Protection	4.8
	4	Malwarebytes	4.8
	5	ESET NOD32 Internet Security 10	4.8
	6	Bitdefender Internet Security 2019	4.7
	7	Norton Security Deluxe	4.6
	8	MicroWorld eScan Internet Security Suite	4.5
	9	Avast Internet Security	4.4

Avira Antivirus Pro

Rating: 4.9

Perhaps the best solution to date. Especially if you will subscribe during a particular promotion, when prices are reduced. For example, at the time of writing this rating, the annual plan was estimated at 1,817 rubles. You can save even more by subscribing for three years - its cost is 4,144 rubles. Also on the price tag will affect the number of devices that need to be protected - do not forget about it.

So, what is this product capable of boasting? Perhaps it is not necessary to mention that it protects the computer from any type of threat. However, this can be said about half of the antiviruses in our rating. More importantly, this software package is capable of self-learning. This helps it to detect previously unknown types of threats, for which the antivirus regularly rewards with all sorts of awards.

Of course, this product of Avira studio developers can make payment information as confidential as possible. This means that the attackers will definitely not get your bank card number and its other data when you pay for your purchase in the online store. It is impossible not to note the intuitive interface - it is not difficult to get acquainted with what threats have been eliminated, as well as with the treatment of files and the transition to additional functionality. By the way, for the entire 2024 year, the anti-virus eliminated a total of 10.3 million ransomware attacks. The number is amazing, isn't it? Especially if you consider that not all owners of Windows 10 use this antivirus. But if we talk about ordinary Trojans and other viruses, they are eliminated in the amount of 4 million every day.

Journalists of specialized publications note that Avira Antivirus Pro does not burden the computer too much. At least some of the competitors make working with the operating system and serious applications more sluggish. At the same time, the antivirus still works in the background - it successfully monitors all user actions on the Internet, blocking all threats attempting to penetrate the computer.And it also has a built-in ad blocker - to use it, you will need to install the appropriate extension developed for Opera, Chrome and Firefox - all three of the most popular Internet browsers.

Sorry someone can only about the absence here of the system optimizer and some other similar functions. Indeed, Avira Antivirus Pro for Windows 10 is deprived of them. If this is important to you, you can look at more expensive products from the same studio — for example, Internet Security Suite can fix software problems, update it regularly, store all your passwords, and download new drivers. Well, an even more expensive version of the antivirus called Prime will offer anonymous viewing of web pages, access to blocked sites, optimizing the computer and cleaning it from all sorts of garbage. It upsets only the cost of a subscription to such an ultimatum option - the developers ask for about 5 thousand rubles a year.

Kaspersky Total Security 2019

Rating: 4.9

If in our country it comes to antivirus, the first thing a person remembers about Kaspersky. The fact is that products under this brand are developed in Russia. And one of them could not but fall into our rating, since it surpasses its competitors in many ways. This is about Kaspersky Total Security. I am glad that this program requires no more than two thousand rubles a year - some antiviruses are priced a little more expensive. By the way, this cost includes the work of the program on two computers!

Like many other antiviruses, Kaspersky Total Security makes working on the Internet more confidential. In particular, it will not allow attackers to familiarize themselves not only with the number of your bank card, but also with the entered passwords! Also, this software product perfectly copes with trojans and other types of viruses - not one of them gets onto the computer! And if earlier such protection seriously loaded the system, then new versions of Kaspersky Total Security have almost no effect on the performance of the PC. Although we still do not recommend installing such an antivirus on a weak office machine equipped with a dual-core processor and minimal memory.

Unlike the program discussed above, Kaspersky Total Security for Windows 10 can boast all sorts of additional features, access to which is provided by default. For example, parental control can be very helpful. With it, you can not worry about what your children are doing on the computer - they are unlikely to be able to access those sites that are not suitable for their age. By the way, a similar function exists in the mobile version of the application, which, after paying for a subscription, can be downloaded to an unlimited number of smartphones.

More in Kaspersky Total Security is built-in password manager. This is what this antivirus differs from other Kaspersky products. But not only that. The software package allows you to easily protect valuable photos and videos, limiting access to them from outside.

Kaspersky Total Security protects Windows 10 to the maximum. Do not like this program can only its interface. However, in recent years it has been modernized well, and now many users can easily find this or that function. For example, the same password manager is now displayed on the main screen, which allows you to get into it after two clicks. In the same window, you can find parental controls, access to which is provided after entering the password. Finally, on the main screen of the program there is a button that launches a full computer scan - it is recommended to click on it immediately after you have installed this antivirus.In the future, it makes no sense to carry out such a check - Kaspersky Total Security will not allow malicious software to pass to the computer either from sites or from the periphery.

McAfee Total Protection

Rating: 4.8

Once, McAfee products were known only to the few who were looking for a free antivirus for themselves. Since then, developers have matured, and their programs have begun to successfully deal with the many threats spread through the Internet. In this regard, the main antivirus from this studio has ceased to be free. Moreover, they ask for it more than for some competitors! In particular, the official website of McAfee Total Protection tells you on the go that you need to pay 2699 rubles a year! And only by scrolling the page you understand that for such money there is an option, at which it becomes possible to install an antivirus on ten devices. If you have five cars at your disposal, you can get by with a subscription that costs 1999 rubles per year. Well, an anti-virus is designed for installation on one computer, the use of which will cost you 1,599 rubles a year.

The official website of the developers mentioned many awards that the antivirus received during the course of 2018. Indeed, it must be admitted that this software is constantly evolving. Now it already surpasses some less successful competitors, which are remembered only in such ratings. Products McAfee and before almost did not affect the speed of the computer. Total Protection also allows you to work on your PC at the same speed. Problems can be observed only on very weak machines, which for many years. Fortunately, even now they disappear from most offices. Also, this product can boast of ensuring complete confidentiality when working on the network - especially when paying for purchases and entering a password. If there is a threat of entering a page with malicious software, the program will notify you of this directly in the browser window. And even if you go to such a site, a virus, trojan or spy will be exactly removed or placed in quarantine.

Curiously, McAfee Total Protection for Windows 10 is able to please several "chips" that are not in other antivirus software. For example, a user can enable the blocking of automatic video playback on sites. In some cases, this may speed up your work on the Internet. Also, it should be noted the remote management of antiviruses installed on your devices - this is done using a simple and understandable web page. Finally, there is a password manager here. It seems to us that they can only be trusted by the antivirus - the developers of such a program are unlikely to want to familiarize themselves with them, immediately discrediting themselves.

Like Kaspersky, this program can create an encrypted storage that can contain the most valuable files. Antivirus uses 128-bit encryption technology - it is absolutely impossible to access data without a key.

In short, this is a great product that will satisfy most of the owners of Windows 10. And do not think that it includes only new functions. From the old versions of the programs from McAfee, anti-spam and advertising protection functions have arrived here. There are other things here that are pleasant to many users. But it’s pointless to talk about them - it will make our rating too long.

Malwarebytes

Rating: 4.8

It must be that this program is not remembered when it comes to the best antivirus for Windows 10. Indeed, in our country, this software package does not have much popularity. And this is despite the fact that the first release of this antivirus took place in the distant 2008. Since then, he has received a lot of improvements. The developers claim that their creation removes more viruses than many competitors. We will not check this fact. It seems to us that now almost all antiviruses correctly recognize most of the threats, in connection with which at least one of the users is unlikely to make any complaints about this.

It should be noted that the studio Malwarebytes creates several versions of its product. For example, there is a separate application designed for installation on Android. Also, business solutions are not forgotten - they are very specific, and therefore we will not talk about them in this rating. Instead, we will talk about the so-called Malwarebytes for Windows - this is the antivirus that most visitors of expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ will download.

This program almost does not load the system, in connection with which you can safely use the browser or play - the slowdown can begin only on outdated computers. The virus database is updated every day, so you can hope that the program will eliminate even the latest threats. Also, the anti-virus creates four levels of protection for the browser and other programs - it is unlikely that at least some malicious software can overcome all barriers. Also this product successfully fights with extortion programs. For this, a patented technology is integrated here that provides proactive protection.

Like many other antiviruses, Malwarebytes scans the sites being opened. If the program finds out that the link contains a page that can be used for a hacker attack or the spread of a virus, the user will immediately be warned about this. Of course, there is nothing to fear with such protection, but it is better not to follow the link.

Unfortunately, there are no additional features. Malwarebytes protects you, but no more. This program has no parental control, so you should not install it on a child’s computer. It is not able to work as an optimizer of the operating system, which is also somewhat disappointing. There is no password manager here either, which is most upsetting. It is possible that in the future these and other functions will appear. But we are not going to pay 1990 rubles a year in order to get something in a few months or even years? By the way, a two-year subscription costs 3480 rubles - a savings of 25%.

ESET NOD32 Internet Security 10

Rating: 4.8

Another antivirus for Windows 10 in our rating, the year of use of which is estimated at 1990 rubles. Once each new version of this software package received a sequence number. However, recently, developers have abandoned this practice. Like many creators of other antiviruses. So, what will please this program, which exists in the version of 2019?

As it should be, this product protects against the vast majority of existing threats. Viruses, trojans and spies have virtually no chance of getting on the computer. At the same time, even weak machines work without any slowdowns, despite the constant monitoring of user actions. It should be noted that the antivirus directly checks all data coming from the router. At the same time, it can block access to the webcam, if requested by a program - the user can only provide it, for example, “Skype”.

ESET Internet Security, of course, ensures the security of any purchase.When you start to enter your bank card details, encryption is activated. This ensures complete confidentiality - the card number and other information will be recognized only by the payee.

This software package includes several additional features. Strictly needed. For example, there is no password manager, which many computer owners simply do not need. There is no system optimizer here either - many users have a powerful PC that simply doesn’t need to eliminate garbage and that’s all. But everyone needs antispam. That is why they did not get rid of it, although this could be done for the sake of an even lower impact on speed. Well, the owners of the laptop will be delighted with the function "Anti-theft" - it will help to find the missing computer. If you go to a special page, you can take pictures of a person who has found a laptop. And if the laptop has a GPS chip or a cellular communication module, you can find out its location.

By default, the license for ESET NOD32 Internet Security allows you to activate antivirus on three computers. That you get for 1990 rubles a year. Alas, it is impossible to reduce the number of devices, only their increase is available. You can save money by subscribing for two or three years - they are estimated at 2,790 and 3,490 rubles, respectively. Good prices are obtained - it is impossible not to recognize.

There is another version of ESET NOD32 Internet Security - family. It is complemented by mobile applications. In this case, antivirus for Android can be used for parental control, not allowing the child to visit the sites included in the black list of developers.

Bitdefender Internet Security 2019

Rating: 4.7

A few years ago, the Bitdefender studio product would definitely not be included in the top antivirus rating for Windows. The fact is that for a long time this software package did not detect some viruses. He also very heavily loaded the system, because of which a weak computer could no longer be used for games or solving some complicated tasks. But, fortunately, times are changing. The developers did not sit idle, they steadily improved their product. As a result, Bitdefender Internet Security 2024 is quite difficult to find fault with - the developers eradicated almost all the flaws.

Unlike many other antiviruses, this software package includes some auxiliary functions. For example, with this program, you can easily open websites that are blocked in our country - this is done using your own VPN service. Also, high-quality parental control is implemented here, thanks to which you can prevent your child from using the computer for entertainment, or severely limit this time.

But, of course, first of all, Bitdefender Internet Security is designed to provide security. This antivirus constantly scans links and buttons that are pointed by your mouse. If there was a click, it is possible the appearance of a page with a warning that the site is engaged in the distribution of malicious software. After that, it is better to return to the previous page, out of harm's way. If viruses, trojans or spies do try to break into the computer, they will immediately go to quarantine or be completely exterminated. You can ensure that malicious software does not exactly reach your hard drive - not for nothing that the developers have provided their creation with multi-level protection.

Even with the default operation, Bitdefender Internet Security 2024 almost does not load the system. If the antivirus is installed on a laptop, then at a certain point you can use “Battery mode” - in this case, the load will decrease even more, and the battery life will increase.There are also other modes of operation - for example, gamers will be definitely appreciated by gamers who care about the minimum ping.

With this anti-virus, you can encrypt valuable files. In this case, it will be impossible to watch them without the corresponding key. This is useful if files can be stolen in any way. And Bitdefender Internet Security has a password manager. It allows you to store passwords for all sites by entering them with one click. Also, with the help of such a function, you can create an arbitrarily complex password with one click, which is certainly impossible to come up with a matching method.

Antivirus can protect a webcam and a router, even if it is connected only via Wi-Fi. The so-called safe Internet bank is not forgotten by the developers. This means that the data from the card will be entered in a special confidential mode - it is impossible to access them from the outside.

In short, Bitdefender Internet Security is all-in-one. It is not surprising that some specialized publications award this particular antivirus with the highest number of points. The license to use the software package on one computer for a period of one year is estimated at 1995 rubles. At the same time, it will not be possible to save money - at the time of writing this article, the official site did not offer to subscribe for a period of several years.

Norton Security Deluxe

Rating: 4.6

Another representative of our rating, which exists in several versions. If you need to protect only one computer, then you can limit yourself to the version of Standart. In this case, you will not get access to the web portal, but you will not need it. This version of the antivirus will cost only 1299 rubles for the first year of use! In the future, the price will not increase too much - only up to 1,599 rubles per year (while maintaining the current dollar rate). Deluxe version allows you to protect up to five devices. These are not necessarily computers - you can also use mobile applications designed for Android and iOS. Here an account on the developers site can already be useful - this portal allows you to configure protection on all devices.

There is another version of the Norton Security antivirus, called Premium. The first year of its use is estimated at 2599 rubles, which is quite a lot. This provides bonuses - for example, 25 GB of cloud storage for backup. Also this version has parental control. It is a pity, but in more accessible versions of the antivirus there is no this function. Even developers offer to subscribe to a VPN-service, allowing you to visit blocked sites in our country. Of course, it will have to spend extra money (about 700 rubles per year).

If we talk specifically about Norton Security Deluxe, then this program copes with the protection of your computer from a variety of Internet threats. Like many other antiviruses, it makes payment for purchases as confidential as possible - entering information about the card will not be able to track any of the applications installed on the computer.

Alas, the low cost of Norton Security Deluxe has its reasons. This software package does not have any additional features. Someone will like it - many users want to get a program running in the background, which you can not recall. But if you have a weak computer at your disposal, then you will have to install some optimizer. And this is at a minimum - you yourself could be convinced that competing antiviruses can combine in themselves a lot of other possibilities.

Well, what about security? There is nothing wrong with this. Some specialized magazines award this product with the highest marks.In short, this program will definitely suit those who need only protection against viruses - most of all such people will like, of course, the price.

MicroWorld eScan Internet Security Suite

Rating: 4.5

Another good antivirus for Windows 10 offers developers from the studio MicroWorld. Its distinguishing feature is a very low price. Indians ask for their creation about 850 rubles a year. Of course, we are talking about a subscription for one computer. However, many people do not need more. For the money you get a comprehensive product that provides a good level of protection. No malicious software will be able to affect the antivirus itself - proactive technology will not lie.

This program has an intuitive interface, which, however, can not be called particularly beautiful. Moreover, some settings windows seem outdated. But this does not frighten, because the configuration of the product is carried out after its installation, and it is unlikely that you will further recall the existence of an antivirus.

The protective properties of eScan Internet Security Suite deserve high marks from specialized publications. However, even they can not fail to notice that sometimes the product gives false positives, trying to recognize reliable programs as malicious. However, even with such a flaw, this antivirus is almost as good as Kaspersky and other competitors, including those considered in our rating.

EScan Internet Security Suite has one serious drawback. If Internet surfing with smart filter is activated in the settings, the pages will load much longer than usual. If you feel it, it is better to disable this feature - security will be reduced, but not too much.

It's nice that Indian developers have provided their creation with full parental control. In the settings of this function, there are four profiles - from "child" to "adult." In the first case, absolutely all sites that are not in the white list are blocked. In total, this product filters resources for 70 different categories. Even in the “Adult” mode of operation, parental control blocks some sites, mainly those related to alcohol, drugs and pornography.

You can talk about parental control for a long time - this is the main feature of this antivirus. But there is also additional functionality. For example, the program can automatically clear traces of activity in the browser and on the computer itself. Including it removes all files from the "Recycle Bin" - this is useful if the computer does not have a very large amount of free memory.

Avast Internet Security

Rating: 4.4

There are several antivirus development studios that at least 90% of computer owners know about. In particular, at the hearing studio Avast. Its Internet Security Windows 10 has no serious complaints - this product is downloaded by both regular and corporate users.It must be admitted that this product is much cheaper than many competitors. If the installation is carried out only on one PC, then the year of use will cost only 1,450 rubles. The only pity is that when you subscribe for a longer period of time, the savings are almost not noticeable.

The creation of this antivirus engaged Czech developers. They have incorporated all the basic means of protection into their product. For example, there is Internet banking here. This means that entering a bank card number will be as secure as possible — third-party programs will not be able to recognize exactly which buttons on the keyboard you are pressing. There is also a firewall and antispam. The latter is very reliable. Although it must be admitted that the activated function leads to a longer opening of letters.

As befits such an antivirus, Avast Internet Security keeps track of exactly which sites you visit. If you stumble upon a fake resource, the program will immediately warn you about this. This will not allow you to spend money on a non-existent product. Also, this representative of our rating is able to scan the home Wi-Fi network, warning of the appearance of vulnerabilities in time. It will notify the program that a foreign device has connected to the network.

Despite the low cost of a subscription, the antivirus offers a couple of additional functions. The password manager deserves the most attention, even if it is somewhat simplified. And the program can automatically clear the history of visits in the browser, which is also useful to someone. Unfortunately, there is no parental control. There is also no optimizer - owners of weak computers will have to download an additional application that deals with cleaning garbage and solving other similar tasks.

Conclusion

You must have paid attention to the fact that we told about a large number of anti-viruses, not limiting ourselves to four or five of them. We specifically decided to tell even about the software that does not claim the laurels of the best antivirus. The fact is that for someone it’s not the percentage of software being captured, but the cost of ownership. Finally, there is a separate category of users who want to get a program that does not burden the PC at all. In short, we tried to please absolutely everything.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.