The best Antivirus Software for Windows
We installed each app on a clean Windows PC and checked install size, interface, file compatibility and support status. The order follows GramFile editor and user ratings.
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Bitdefender Total Security
Security suite with ransomware protection, VPN and parental controls for home PCs.
Choosing a security suite comes down to price, platforms and how many extras you will actually use. The table below puts Bitdefender Total Security next to three well-known options. App Best For Price Platform Standout Feature Bitdefender Total Security Families and multi-device homes Paid s… Read full review
Download Bitdefender Total Security- Strong malware and ransomware protection
- Safepay browser protects online banking
- Parental controls and password manager included
- Covers several devices and platforms
- Free trial before you buy
- VPN capped at limited daily data
- Renewal price rises after year one
- Full scans heavy on older PCs
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Norton 360
Antivirus suite with firewall, VPN and password manager in one subscription.
Norton 360 competes with both free and paid security tools, so price and extras matter as much as detection. The table below shows where it sits next to three common choices. App Best For Price Platform Standout Feature Norton 360 All-in-one protection Paid, with free trial Windows, macOS, A… Read full review
Download Norton 360- Antivirus, firewall and VPN in one
- Password manager included
- Free trial before paying
- Covers several device types
- Renewal price rises after year one
- Full scans can slow old PCs
- Upgrade prompts on lower plans
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McAfee Total Protection
Antivirus, firewall, VPN and identity monitoring bundled into one paid security suite.
Security suites differ more in extras than in basic scanning. A side-by-side view shows where McAfee fits. Look at price, platform and the one feature each suite does best. App Best For Price Platform Standout Feature McAfee Total Protection Households wanting one suite for several devices F… Read full review
Download McAfee Total Protection- Real-time antivirus and anti-phishing
- Ransomware protection included
- Protection Score shows weak spots
- Firewall, VPN and password manager available
- Features vary by plan
- Subscription renews automatically
- Interface favors feature tiles
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ESET Smart Security
Antivirus and firewall suite with gamer mode, anti-phishing and banking protection.
A security suite is easier to judge next to the options you could pick instead. Compare what you get, what it costs and which platforms you need to cover. App Best For Price Platform Standout Feature ESET Smart Security Windows users wanting an all-in-one suite 30-day free trial, then paid W… Read full review
Download ESET Smart Security- Full antivirus, firewall and anti-phishing suite
- Gamer Mode postpones pop-ups and updates
- Includes password manager and file encryption
- 30-day free trial to test it
- Anti-theft for lost laptops
- Small system footprint
- No permanent free version
- Subscription cost is higher than basic antivirus
- Some features limited on Windows on ARM
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Avira Internet Security
Internet security suite adding web protection, password manager and software updater.
Before you pay, it helps to see how Avira’s paid suite compares with free options and other big names. Check device coverage and what each plan actually includes. App Best For Price Platform Standout Feature Avira Internet Security One PC that needs an all-in-one suite Free trial, then… Read full review
Download Avira Internet Security- Antivirus, password manager and updater in one
- Strong protection scores in independent lab tests
- Web and email protection included
- Cloud-based detection data stays current
- Free trial before you pay
- License covers only one device
- Renewal costs more than first year
- No unlimited VPN included
All listed Antivirus Software
Every app we list has a verified download.
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Avira Internet Security
Internet security suite adding web protection, password manager and software updater.
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Kaspersky Total SecurityAntivirus suite with ransomware shield, safe payments and parental controls.
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ESET Smart Security 20.0.7.0
Antivirus and firewall suite with gamer mode, anti-phishing and banking protection.
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ESET Internet Security 20.0.7.0Internet security suite with firewall, antivirus and parental controls.
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ESET NOD32 Antivirus 19.2.10.0Lightweight malware and ransomware protection that barely slows an aging PC.
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Kaspersky Internet Security 2021.03.10.391Layered antivirus, firewall and safe-browsing tools that guard your PC against malware.
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McAfee Total Protection
Antivirus, firewall, VPN and identity monitoring bundled into one paid security suite.
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Bitdefender Total Security
Security suite with ransomware protection, VPN and parental controls for home PCs.
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Norton 360 26.1.10738.2269
Antivirus suite with firewall, VPN and password manager in one subscription.
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Bitdefender Antivirus PlusAntivirus protection with ransomware defense, a banking browser and low system impact.
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Quick Heal Antivirus Pro 26.00Indian-made defense for your Windows PC against viruses, ransomware, and more.
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Quick Heal Internet Security 26.0An all-in-one shield protecting you from online threats while you bank, browse, and socialize.
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Quick Heal Total Security 26.0An all-in-one defender and a comprehensive suite fortifying your PC's defenses.
How we test Antivirus Software
Every app goes through the same four steps, and we re-check it whenever a new version ships or Microsoft changes its support dates.
Source the installer
Taken from the official developer or a GramFile-verified mirror, never third-party uploads.
Scan for threats
Checked with multiple engines, including VirusTotal, for malware, adware and bundleware.
Test the install
Installed on Windows 11 and 10.
Publishing
Listed with accurate version info, system requirements, file size, and technical info.