Because no solution offers 100% protection, the malware removal capabilities are an important aspect to consider when choosing an antivirus solution. An antivirus scan is the first counteraction of most users when they notice their system is infected. Therefore, we evaluate both completeness and convenience in our annual malware removal test. In our 2017 report we tested 17 antivirus solutions.
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Here you will find links to all our test reports and reviews.
Performance Test October 2017
AV-Comparatives released their latest Performance Test Report for Windows security products under Microsoft Windows 10.
21 products were tested regarding their impact on system performance. But keep in mind: Protection is more important than speed!
Malware Protection Test September 2017
We released our Malware Protection Test. Any samples that have not been detected e.g. on-access are executed on the test system. A false alarm test is also included.
Business Security Report 2017
In our 2017 business security report we tested 16 leading security solutions suitable for a company with a Microsoft Windows network. The review looks at everyday security and systems management tasks relevant for both smaller and larger companies.
Mobile Security Report 2017
The latest Mobile Security Report 2017 is now available! http://www.av-comparatives.org/mobile-security/
Smartphones often contain a lot of personal data. Luckily Google continuously adds new security to Android. Unfortunately, only 7 percent run the latest Android version (Nougat). Better be safe than sorry and protect your mobile device with a certified Android antivirus solution.
Mac Security Review/Test 2017
2017 Test & Review of Mac antivirus and security software
The closed Apple ecosystem reduces the risk of malware, but does not make Mac’s immune to adware, spyware and other threats. The recent FruitFly malware for example spied on Mac users through their own webcams. In our Mac Security Review/Test 2017 we tested 9 popular Mac antivirus solutions.
Free vs. Paid Anti-Virus solutions 2017
AV-Comparatives 2017 review of 15 free antivirus solutions
In this 65 page review we compare well known free antivirus with their paid siblings. To help you make an informed decision between free and paid, the differences in functionality and user interface is highlighted and an indication of the advertising in the free version is given.
Anti-Phishing Certification 2017
Anti-phishing test: security products published passing the 2017 test
Every year we publish the results of our phishing protection test. These tests evaluate the protection provided against phishing websites. These deceptive websites can pose a real threat to Internet users, as they attempt to steal sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details.
Parental Control Certification 2017
Three parental control solutions certified
AV-Comparatives provides certification for parental control software. Parental control solutions are tested against 2,000 URLs with undesirable content in different categories, and 100 child-safe URLs. In order to be certified, a product must block at least 98% of pornographic websites, have no more than a few false alarms on child-friendly websites, and have no severe unresolved bugs (or design flaws) discovered during the review.
The certification reports can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/parental-control/
Real-World Protection Test February-June 2017
The overall report of the Real-World Protection Test (February-June) is now available! https://www.av-comparatives.org/dynamic-tests/