AV-TEST The best Windows antivirus software for home users (August 2021)

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During July and August 2021 we continuously evaluated 21 home user security products using their default settings. We always used the most current publicly-available version of all products for the testing. They were allowed to update themselves at any time and query their in-the-cloud services. We focused on realistic test scenarios and challenged the products against real-world threats. Products had to demonstrate their capabilities using all components and protection layers.

Test antivirus software for Windows 10 - August 2024

The current tests of antivirus software for Windows 10 from August 2024 of AV-TEST, the leading international and independent service provider for antivirus software and malware.

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You can find the results in more detail in an Excel file in the press area:

Test Results

Comparison tests of antivirus software for Windows and reviews of anti-malware Apps for Android

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Except 3, all of them got 6 in protection

 

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If you look at the full test results in the Excel file from the press area you see there is a (little) more variance in protection:

Test Results

Comparison tests of antivirus software for Windows and reviews of anti-malware Apps for Android

www.av-test.org