Since 2005 I have utilised Avast antivirus free version and later paid, and despite being free, it has protected my computer from virus, malware and recently stopped countless of ransomware attacks that have been going haywire on the Internet line in my area. Reading countless of the negative reviews of this program I can without a doubt say these people have no idea what they are doing, it surprises me they even know how to turn a computer on.
Original review: Nov. 24, 2018
Avast unlike many other AV software I have tested, has successfully managed to isolate viruses and malware even in archived files surprisingly. Another astonishing feature with Avast subsequently missing from vast majority of other AV programs is customisation in the installer letting you decide exactly what you want included and what you want excluded.
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Avast AV also gives you good control of settings, all the annoying features can be easily turned off, Avast has always had a good interface which really helps navigating through the various advanced features. Avast not only lets you quick scan but also do complete scans, Avast also includes a boot scan option which will scan your computer before Windows boots, extremely helpful in removing very dangerous threats.
Despite this, Avast will not compromise in safety even on the free version and will constantly give you offers on the paid variant, there no reason not to accept. Avast is also one of the extremely few that STILL supports Windows XP and Vista to this day letting you safely use older computers with Internet connection. As someone who still has to rely on old systems for crucial software support, this is a Godsent gift to not having to worry about ransomware attacking old systems thanks to Avast.
All my clients really like Avast except the annoying pop-up reminding them to buy the software but people having previously had their computers attacked by virus has never had issues after I installed Avast free Antivirus on their systems afterwards. It can without a doubt be said that Avast tops all charts in review sites for best protection, features, user friendliness, and excellent customer service willing to help. It is hard to understand why Avast themselves receive such harsh critique when they are just trying to help, but in reality there is no helping the helpless.
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Hi, Johnnew:
Thanks for your feedback and for being an awesome Avast customer! We're thrilled to hear you've been pleased with our software!
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Original review: Nov. 29, 2018
I've been using Avast FREE version for over 10 years, it help me block off harmful popups and ads, even a little suspicious connection they can handle it quickly and clean, virus scanning work really good and my computer is totally virus/malware/ransom free now. To those who rated 0.5, I'm pretty sure they are hired by other companies or are 'smart' people who get their laptop from Best Buy or Walmart.
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Hi, Testa:
Thanks for being a loyal customer for more than a decade! We're thrilled to hear you've been pleased with our software's ability to keep you and your information safe!
-Avast Team
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Paweł of Poland Verified Reviewer
Original review: Feb. 1, 2019
I'm using free Avast Protection. Recently, Avast has interfered with my computer by replacing Adobe Reader with its Avast Browser for reading PDF files. It has made it impossible to use any other programmes for reading PDF files, preventing me for installing Adobe Reader again and actually making Adobe disappear as an option for reading PDF files. I wonder if it is the company's policy?
Avast Antivirus response
Hi, Pawel:
Thank you for reaching out! Our software would not have replaced your existing product with our browser without your permission. There would have been a option when installing our browser to include PDF documents. Please check your default programs list in Windows for the option to switch it back. If this does not resolve the issue, please contact us privately for further assistance and we'll be happy to help!
-Avast Team
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Original review: April 15, 2019
I have Avast Premier, Cleanup and SecureLine. SecureLine is working normally. Premier and Cleanup have both been completely out of service for 2 days, starting April 3, 2019. Cleanup simply will not open. Trying to open Premier gets a black square on-screen that says, 'UI failed to load. This is embarrassing. Your protection is running, but the UI is having a really bad day.' Well, this is the 3rd day. What's happening with Avast? Can't find any news stories related to problems at Avast. Is it just me?
Avast Antivirus response
Hi, Gloria:
Thanks for reaching out! We'd recommend running a repair to try to resolve the issue. Instructions for this can be found in our website.
If this does not resolve the issue, please contact us privately with your name, Avast account information, and your preferred contact email address so we can work with you directly.
-Avast Team
3 people found this review helpful
Original review: April 21, 2019
I have installed Avast after malware got onto my computer, and I had to do a full restart of Windows 10. I already have Mcafee, which costs money just to protect you from a virus.>:( I shouldn't have to pay just to be protected. If the company believes in the customer and wants to actively be there for the customer, not just to get money, they would make this aspect free. I understand the other aspects, but you should be protected from malware on your computer. I was going to originally install Norton, because I've used that Anti-virus protection before, and, I like Norton, but I also know they make you pay, for literally everything, so I decided to try a new Anti-Virus. I found Avast upon my search. It looked good from the logo and the website.
I installed it and immediately was impressed with the user-interface. When I got re-directed somehow to another website, it protected me immediately, and even buzzed letting me know. Not only that, it told me what drivers to update, (although I only have free version so I cannot install this), but I can install the drivers manually myself, now that I know what drivers to install. I also swear my computer was speedier since this app install! This protects me from what I need to be protected, without money-costing me, because they care about me, not just my money.
I just love this product so much! Everything is perfect with this! I am going to stick with this Anti-virus forever! I love this Anti-virus so much, that I decided I am going to upgrade so It'll install drivers for me and do lots more! This program has so many features versus Mcafee, (which I also have but won't do anything because not paid!), and so much more than what other virus-protection services have. It also has good Anti-virus tests to prove it! Thank you so much Avast, you have changed my life for the better. Definitely will recommend!!
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Hi, Sophia:
Thanks for your feedback and for choosing Avast for your security needs!
-Avast Team
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Original review: Aug. 15, 2019
I signed up for a free trial and within an hour, they had upgraded me to a full subscription and charged my card $86. I called and cancelled subscription they added without authorization and got my money back. Took a while. Then on August 13th, I got two (2) $86.59 charges back to back that came out of nowhere. I called and talked with someone I couldn't understand well, but was told one of the charges would be refunded. It hasn't happened yet. Disputing with bank and Avast. It's a slow process. When this gets taken care, I will cancel my card. I was actually asked if I wanted to cancel my subscription!!?? Do not trust them.
Avast Antivirus response
Hi, Monica:
We apologize for the inconvenience and would like to investigate what happened and get this resolved for you! Please contact us privately with your full name, contact email address, the charges that were placed on your card, support ticket information (if you received an email), and the number you dialed so we can ensure you spoke with genuine Avast Support.
-Avast Team
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Hunter of Rancho Cucamonga, CA Verified Reviewer
Original review: Aug. 26, 2019
Avast installed without permission from me and without knowing which is an automatic one star from me. They also force you to use their uninstall software instead of having control panel delete it. It constantly sent me notifications that I have a virus, I have done multiple full scans with Windows Defender and it said nothing. And I also got this in an Adobe Flash scam, so they paid people to put something I don't want on my computer and wasting my time.
Avast Antivirus response
Hi, Hunter:
Thanks for reaching out! We can assure you we would never install our software without your permission. There would have been a box to opt-out during the installation of your other program. If you have any additional questions, we would be happy to help you directly.
-Avast Team
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Original review: Aug. 31, 2019
I subscribed to the Avast Antivirus software. I'm not sure how good the software is, but it occasionally tells me it's spotted or blocked something. The problem is that I am paying much more than I intended. I was led to believe it was an annual fee, yet I've been charged four times within 12 months - each time the amount increases ($49.99, $49.99, $59.99, $79.99). Back in March I asked PayPal to stop letting them withdraw funds from my account and PayPal agreed. Since then the company has used disposable account information to withdraw funds. I'm now clamping down on my PayPal account so the processing company (Digital River) can't take money from me anymore.
Avast Antivirus response
Hi, V:
Thanks for reaching out! We'd like to investigate further to see what's happening as we do charge annually for each product. Please contact us privately with your full name, email address, and the dates and amounts of the charges and we'll be happy to sort it out for you!
-Avast Team
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Original review: Sept. 1, 2019
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While it works ok as a free version, Avast has become Adware. It constantly harasses with ads asking for paid upgrade. Which should be ok if it wasn't for the following. It has an insidious and sneaky way of making you go for a free trial of the paid version in an advert that makes you think you are updating the virus database. This method is only seen in predatory tactics of Adware.
Another disgusting Adware characteristic is lying and scaring the user into thinking they are being watched and followed and they need protection. Which Avast does it plenty. Mum called me horrified to tell me she's being watched and needs protection. I thought she's gone mad, but no. It was an Avast ad. Finally it does the same scaremongering as fake registry cleaners. Avast will tell you you need to upgrade to its paid version in order to clean your computer of unused programs and free your drive space. Avast kindly go ** yourself, I'm finally going for a paid version of ESET. Go cry in a bucket.
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Avast Antivirus response
Hi, I:
Thanks for your feedback. While we do occasionally notify our customers of our other great products and features, they are not meant to cause any undue stress and we do offer the ability to add/remove features that may or may not fit our customers' specific needs by clicking Menu>Settings>General>Troubleshooting>Add/Remove Components. Additionally, Silent Mode is located under the Notifications tab.
-Avast Team
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Allison of Smithfield, VA Verified Reviewer
Original review: Sept. 3, 2019
I cancelled my service in 2017 with Avast because I was paying for 3 computers and I was down to one. They said they cancelled and refunded my money that year. The next year 2018, they charged me again (but changed the name of the service) and I missed it because I did not have the email that I had used anymore and I didn't check my Credit card statement. This year, 2019, I am charged again, but this time I see it and check with my CC company to find I was charged in 2018 also. Avast refunded my 2019 charge but keeps telling me that I never cancelled this new service (they changed the name and kept saying I had both, though I was never charged for both at one time and the new named service was also for 3 computers).
After they give me all the generic responses I try to reason with them that Why would I order a new service for 3 computers when I was down to 1. They changed the name, never cancelled me, charged me (stole from me) and refuse to refund my $60 from 2018 because it is beyond their refund time. I was able to get the order numbers so that I had proof of the charges but I have been given the runaround over and over with them trying to tell me that I ordered this and I never did. Be very careful.
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Hi, Allison:
Thanks for reaching out! We'd like to help find out what occurred and get this resolved for you. Please contact us privately with your full name and the subscribed email address (as well as your current email address if that one is no longer being used) so we can further assist you.
-Avast Team
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Avira or Avast, which antivirus software is a better option in 2019?
Read this ultimate Avira versus Avast comparison to make a wise decision.
These days, malware attacks are insidious and everywhere on the internet, which is why having a robust antivirus program for all your internet-capable devices is a great idea.
According to new research, a record high of 10.5 billion malware attacks occurred last year. Ransomware, which is one of the most dangerous types of malware, grew by 120% over the previous year. Mobile malware attacks also doubled during the same period.
And it’s not just the volume of malware that’s increasing, the methods and tactics employed by hackers are also evolving and becoming more complex with time.
So, it’s clear that you need solid antivirus protection for all your devices, including Macs and smartphones.
But which antivirus software is right for you? We’ll help you with that!
Most free or low-end antivirus software out there aren’t capable of protecting you against sophisticated digital threats; their defenses aren’t strong enough, and their definitions aren’t updated regularly. Also, all security companies reserve their best features and utilities for their top-tier security packages.
So, investing in a premium security solution is the way to go if you want complete anti-malware protection and peace of mind.
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During the past few months, we evaluated and reviewed over 50 antivirus suites from the biggest names in cybersecurity. We did this so you can confidently choose the best antivirus software to protect yourself and those whom you love.
Overall, Bitdefender is our #1 antivirus software for 2019 (and beyond), because of its excellent, flawless performance in all independent lab evaluations, particularly those conducted by AV-Test and AV-Comparatives. Right now, we think that Bitdefender Total Security 2019 (currently at 50% off) is the best antivirus package available in the market. Apart from providing excellent anti-malware protection, it offers all the advanced premium features and utilities that must be there in a high-end package -- and best of all, it offers excellent value for money. You can protect up to five devices (PCs, Macs, or smartphones) with just one license. If you need protection for more than five devices, we highly recommend Bitdefender Family Pack 2019. It will cover all the internet-capable devices in your household with the Total Security suite, so your family is protected no matter what goes wrong.
In this guide, we’ll compare two top dogs in the antivirus market, Avira and Avast, in a head-to-head battle. We’ll show you where both software excel and where they falter so you can determine the best software for your needs.
In a hurry? Check out the quick rundown below that shows you the winner in each category.
A Quick Rundown of Winners in Each Category
1. Features
Winner: Avast. Avast offers a comprehensive, more diverse feature-set as part of its premium security suites.
2. Malware Protection
Winner: Avira. Overall, Avira is slightly better than Avast when it comes to anti-malware defense, as evidenced by recent independent evaluations.
3. System Performance
Winner: Avast. Avast fared better than Avira in both independent performance tests we considered.
4. User-Friendliness
Winner: Avast. Avast’s user interface is simpler and more intuitive than Avira’s.
5. Pricing
Winner: Avira. You can protect more devices for less money through Avira than through Avast.
6. Customer Satisfaction
Winner: Avast. Avast has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), while Avira has a C. Short Verdict
Avast is better than Avira as it not only offers more security-related features and extra utilities in its security suites but also puts a minimal impact on system performance. However, Avira is slightly ahead of Avast in terms of malware detection.
Our recommendations: If you want to get the highest level of security and performance, there's no better choice than Bitdefender, which protects over 500 million computers worldwide.
We have reviewed and rated most (if not all) antivirus software packages out there, and we think that Bitdefender Total Security 2019 (currently at 50% off) is the best antivirus package you can buy right now. You can protect up to five devices (PCs, Macs, or smartphones) with a single license of this suite. If you have more than five devices, Bitdefender Family Pack 2019 is the best option for you. If you're just looking for Mac-specific protection, we recommend Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac 2019 for complete peace of mind.
Now, let’s dig into the details.
1. Features
The features of an antivirus software suite help dictate its overall value for money. The best antivirus software suite won’t just protect you; it will also have several advanced security-related features and tools that bolster your digital security and provide extra utility.
First, let’s see what Avast offers in terms of features.
Avast Free Antivirus is the company’s freemium offering for PCs. It only has basic anti-malware defenses and doesn’t offer much value in terms of advanced features. It’s better than having no protection at all, but Avast’s paid offerings are much better.
Next up is Avast Internet Security, the company’s entry-level premium offering. It’s a much better pick right off the bat. Besides offering top-notch protection against all kinds of malware, this software boasts several advanced features such as a comprehensive two-way firewall that defends your network against attacks, a junk email filter that keeps your inbox clean, and the WiFi Inspector; this tool finds weaknesses and vulnerabilities in your network.
The Sandbox feature is also part of the suite; it lets you separate a small portion of your computer to run suspicious programs or potentially dangerous files, so the rest of your computer remains unaffected by malware. It’s a handy feature if you receive a lot of files or run different programs.
Another level up is the more advanced Avast Premier. It comes with everything that we previously mentioned, plus the Data Shredder utility that lets you securely delete your sensitive data and the Automatic Software Updater tool that keeps your apps and software up to date, making you less vulnerable to malware infections.
Protection against webcam spying is also incorporated into the Premier suite.
Next up is Avast Ultimate, the company’s full-fledged bundled offering. This package has everything that’s found in the Premier suite, plus you get a full suite of performance optimization tools that improve the overall health of your computer.
The SecureLine VPN utility is also jammed into the suite; you can use it to anonymously browse the internet and access content that isn’t available in your region.
For macOS, there’s Avast Security for Mac. The Premium version of this suite offers excellent anti-malware security along with several advanced security-enhancing features and tools, such as WiFi Inspector, while the freeware only offers “essential protection.”
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Now, let’s see what Avira offers in terms of features.
Avira Free Antivirus (works on PCs only) is the first offering from the company. You can use it for free, forever, but it offers little to no value in terms of advanced features and utilities. However, it does protect against different types of common malware threats.
Next up is the company’s entry-level premium package, called Avira Pro Antivirus (which works on both PCs and Macs). Apart from top-notch anti-malware security, the package includes a bunch of advanced features and tools such as the HomeGuard utility (identifies problems and checks for vulnerabilities in your network), an email filter to stop junk/phishing emails, and a smart firewall that protects against a variety of digital threats
Advanced ransomware protection and web protection features are also jammed into the suite.
Another level up is Avira Internet Security, another product that works on both PCs and Macs. In addition to everything that’s part of the previous product, this suite offers a full-blown password manager and an automatic software/driver updater tool.
Finally, there’s Avira Prime, the company’s top-of-the-line, all-inclusive security product. The Prime offers all the features and utilities that are found in the previous suites, along with a full suite of optimization tools and an advanced VPN utility.
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Winner: Avast. Avast has a slight edge in this category as it offers a more advanced feature-set with its premium products, especially the high-end ones.
2. Malware Protection
Malware defense is one of the most important factors you should consider when purchasing antivirus software. After all, the primary job of any security product is to protect your computer against all sorts of digital threats.
To find out which software has better anti-malware capabilities, let’s see how both Avira and Avast performed in the recent lab evaluations conducted by AV-Test and AV-Comparatives – two well-known independent laboratories with a reputation for excellence.
AV-Test’s most recent evaluations were conducted in April 2019. In the Protection category of these evaluations, Avira successfully detected all almost all kinds of malware it encountered, earning a perfect 6 out of 6 score.
Avast got a 5.5 out of 6 in these evaluations, due to its imperfect malware detection rates during the examinations.
Now, let’s see how both products fared in AV-Comparatives’ evaluations.
The recent Real-World Protection test report released by AV-Comparatives shows summarized results five comprehensive real-world anti-malware tests that were conducted between July and November last year. Why is avast only free for mac. Overall, both Avira and Avast got the highest ADVANCED+ award in these evaluations, showing excellent anti-malware capabilities.
Winner: Avira. It’s a close call, but Avira wins this round of comparison as it got a better score in the AV-Test examinations.
3. System Performance
Let’s also take a look at the performance impact that both Avira and Avast put on systems while they run in the background.
In the Performance category of AV-Test’s recent evaluations, Avast scored a perfect 6 out of 6, showing it puts a minimal (almost negligible) impact on system performance.
Avira got a 5.5 out of 6 in terms of system performance, which is still a good score but could be improved.
The experts at AV-Comparatives also conduct a similar examination, called Performance Test. In the April 2019 version of this test, Avast earned the highest ADVANCED+ award with an excellent impact score 6.2, which is almost perfect. Avira, on the other hand, received the second-best ADVANCED award in the study, due to its heavier impact score rating.
Winner: Avast. Independent evaluations prove that Avast is better than Avira in terms of system performance.
4. User-Friendliness
The user interface of antivirus software is another important factor that has to be considered. After all, you have to be able to understand and use your software effectively for it to be worthwhile.
Let’s see which of these two software is more user-friendly.
Avast comes with a dark and modern-styled user interface. When you open the interface, you’ll probably see a large green checkmark in the center, which means your system is secure. The status will change if there’s an issue. Right beneath this icon is a quick scan button that you can use to begin a scan of your computer immediately.
Everything is easily reachable and identifiable thanks to the left-hand rail, which organizes all of the functions into major categories like privacy, status, and protection. It’s a very intuitive design, and most people will be able to understand it within a few seconds.
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You can also add a little customization to your experience if you’re a more advanced computer user. You can turn tools off and on or adjust their user settings with a few clicks. Also, you can schedule automatic scans based on your schedule and preferences. Overall, the interface is a good pick for both beginners and computer experts.
Now, let’s see how Avira compares to Avast in terms of user-friendliness.
Avira’s user interface is bright and airy, in colors of green and gray. A checkmark at the top of it screen lets you know if everything is fine, and it’ll quickly change to red exclamation point if there’s something that requires your attention.
Most of the major operations and functions, like web and mail protections or firewall controls, can be turned on or off with a single click and can be accessed right from the main screen. You can also find records of previous scans within just a couple of clicks. You can organize or modify the software’s scanning behavior around your schedule.
Winner: Tie. Both Avira and Avast offer a simple, easy-to-use user interface.
5. Pricing
The price of software will have a major impact on your decision.
Let’s compare Avast and Avira’s pricing plans directly.
Avast Free doesn’t cost anything, but it offers limited value. Avast Internet security, the first paid option from the company, costs $59.99 per year for 1 PC, with the option to add more devices. For $10 more, at $69.99 per year for 1 PC, comes Avast Premium.
Avast Ultimate, the highest tier from this company, covers 1 PC for a whopping $119.99 per year.
Finally, Avast Security for Mac, the company’s macOS product, protects 1 Mac for $59.99 per year.
Now, let’s see what Avira costs.
Avira’s free pick is free, but it offers limited value in return. Avira Antivirus Pro, the entry-level premium offering, costs $44.99 per year for 1 device. Avira Internet Security Suite, which works on both Windows and macOS, costs $57.99 per year.
Avira Prime, the company’s all-inclusive bundled offering, provides you with five universal licenses that can be used for PCs, Macs, and mobile devices, for $99.99 per year. This comes with all of the advanced features and functions, as well as Avira’s other products.
Winner: Avira. You can get more licenses for less money through Avira.
6. Customer Satisfaction
One final metric to examine is customer satisfaction. This will let us know what the actual customers of both companies think of their products.
Consumeraffairs.org takes all kinds of customer feedback and averages them out into a 1 to 5-star score for easy understanding. Avast only has a 3-star rating, which is an average score. Avira has a slightly better 3.5-star rating from the same source.
We can also look at the Better Business Bureau (BBB), which is another review collection and user feedback site. Avast has an excellent A+ rating from the BBB, while Avira could only get a C rating.
Winner: Avast. It’s close, but Avast has an edge in this category because of its excellent BBB rating.
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