Antivirus comparison: Which option is best for your PC or Mac?

If you browse the internet regularly, you can’t get around the fact that you need antivirus software. Viruses can pop up in unexpected places, and you want your device to be able to fight one off if it appears.

Dangerous malware making the rounds is what makes having antivirus software protecting you so critical. But what’s the best antivirus software for a Mac or Windows computer? Keep reading to see the best options.

TotalAV

TotalAV works with Windows PCs, Macs, Android phones and iPhones. TotalAV is Kim’s pick and a sponsor of her national radio show. As far as features go, it stacks up compared to the other names on the market you already know. And you can get a killer discount using Kim’s special offer.

Here are the pros and cons.

The good

  • Blocks phishing URLs through its SafeSite extension, which stays up-to-date on the latest malicious phishing URLs.
  • Spots, quarantines and eliminates ransomware, viruses, adware, spyware, trojans and more.
  • Provides remote firewall access to stop unauthorized access to private data.
  • Schedule scans so you don’t have to mark a date on your calendar for your next scan.
  • Lets you choose the type of scan you want to run (it’s hassle-free).
  • Cleans your disk, app cache and duplicate photos to save disk space.
  • Enhances your computer’s performance.

The bad

  • No boot-time scanning.
  • No email security features.

Get the best security suite and save 85% at TotalAV.com/Kim. That’s just $19 for a year of protection on up to five devices.

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Bitdefender Antivirus can be used on Mac and Windows computers, and mobile versions for your smartphone also exist. A $39.99 subscription can cover five devices.

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