Companies continue to test and rank antivirus programs. The three programs which always take their turns at the top are AVG, Avira and Avast. These antivirus programs are not only free to use but also promise high end scanning capabilities and destroy thousands of computer viruses. But of course, you wouldn’t want to clutter your PC with antivirus programs which could do pretty much everything as the other programs. In the battle avira vs avg vs avast, which one is the best? This review summarizes some of the interesting advantages and disadvantages of each of the three antivirus programs.
Avast
When you are trying to look for a stable, effective, and well-supported antivirus program, Avast is the right choice. Avast boasts of its frequent and fast updates whose cleaning features are the same as the Pro, which is its paid counterpart. Avast is also highly configurable which enables smooth operation. Many use Avast for its antirootkit and antispyware feature. When it comes to scanning your emails for viruses, Avast is the top pick. It has an internet mail shield which allows scanning of your emails from malicious sources.
However, Avast detects Trojans weakly. It could not delete, repair, or move to chest some of its Trojan detections. Other antimalware programs must be installed in coordination with the program to upgrade protection against Trojan. The latest Avast has also become bloated with many added features that could cause your PC to slow down.
…First, while it’s true that they share the same cleaning features, avast! Pro Antivirus is not the “paid counterpart” for avast! Free Antivirus — they are different products, with Pro Antivirus 5.0 offering also a virtualization sandbox (an AutoSandbox will be included also in the Free Antivirus version of our upcoming 6.0 series, but Pro Antivirus will always have additional features that do not come with Free Antivirus)….Jason Mashak
Avira
On a recent testing of antivirus programs, Avira ranked first for its high detection capability among other free antivirus programs despite its slow update. Avira has 90%+ detection rate in contrast to AVG and Avast whose rate barely made it to 80%. In addition to viruses, it also detects Trojans, malwares and rootkits. This feature is brought about by the use of a heuristic detection technology. This technology, which is unique to Avira, allows the program to detect viruses with the same malicious code, thus it doesn’t have to rely only on its virus definition database.
However, Avira does not scan emails. A paid upgraded version or other threat detection programs must be installed to get the feature.
AVG
AVG is perhaps the most user friendly free antivirus program. It allows you to specifically scan a file or the system when needed. Its update schedule can also be set according to what suits you better. Its email scanner allows you to scan emails in Outlook and Incredimail. In addition, it also has a link scanner, and a web and resident shield.
The downside is that AVG generates a huge amount of false positive detections. Its seemingly unwanted sensitivity can delete even those innocent and useful installers and programs without asking permission first. It also only detects viruses and basic spyware. A heuristic detection technology and an antispyware program such as Threatfire will have to be installed for additional protection.
Conclusion
Generally, no antivirus program is 100% perfect in terms of protection. It would take a lot of exposure to malicious insults before anyone could tell which one is better, especially that the viruses themselves continue to evolve and become more sophisticated. It’s also up to the consumer which suits him best.
A good protection plan is to have one antivirus program, a good anti spyware and shield, and a keyscrambler. Don’t use two antivirus programs in your computer. To be safer, use a lot of common sense. Have a back-up plan to be sure. Also avoid links or emails from unknown sources.
Over-all, Avira takes the credit. Though it updates slowly, it has a very good detection rate which is the very sense of having an antivirus program in your PC.
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Hello, while we appreciate your bringing attention to avast! products, your information is incorrect.
First, while it’s true that they share the same cleaning features, avast! Pro Antivirus is not the “paid counterpart” for avast! Free Antivirus — they are different products, with Pro Antivirus 5.0 offering also a virtualization sandbox (an AutoSandbox will be included also in the Free Antivirus version of our upcoming 6.0 series, but Pro Antivirus will always have additional features that do not come with Free Antivirus).
Second, your final paragraph needs a source. Anyone who compares independent testing by VB100 or AV-Comparatives, for example, will find in test results the opposite of what you claim. We provide links to these tests on the Awards & Certifications page of our website.
i think its avast 6 best than avira 10 i dont like avg its like norton a windows destroyer
AVG THE BEST
I have using AVIRA personal edition since last three years and I always recommend the same. AVG & AVAST may slow down PC performance.
AVG Internet Security is the Best….. Because……..
I have a Computer sales and Service shop in Saudi Arabia. Here people don’t know install Windows…. Every day I format more than 4 computer….
I’ve more than 4 year experience here. I formatted more than 9000+ computers (according to my invoice(thanks to Norton Ghost)).
I tested all most all Antivirus…. But……
I purchased Norton 2011…. and Installed on my Fresh Windows 7…. Within one month it affected with Virus.
Now I’m installing AVG Internet security…. Oh god …. This is the best……..
Format your computer install and Configure the Firewall according to your taste… I guarantee the Protection….
Don’t believe any reviews…..
which the best of Avast and AVG ? maybe every antivirus have respective advantages. Memory of AVG more bigger than Avast. …. this article is very interesting for me and add my know more about it. thanks for sharing:)
When reviewing any software, it is always best to state the specific version. I’m reading this in October 2011 so I don’t know which versions were available at the time of your review. I know these change every year or less and can change significantly better than the previous version. Always state the version you review. Thanks!
avast free is good, i very long application in os xp,win7,win8 no problem………?
once I’ve installed avira internet security (wich was 6 moth for free) well after installing it my connection to the internet was denied i have even tried to reconfigur the fire wall to mark at the internet explorer allow instead of deny nothing helped so i have uninstalled it to see if the problem was fixed but nothing helped so i had to restor my computer b4 the installation and installed AVG Wich is the best anti virus experience!!!
(Norton suck!)
I have hp6910p laptop with 2.2Ghz 2 Gb ram..
Which antivirus is the best for me….???
I My Requirement is to protect My System from Virus Which doesnot Harms windows..??
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