The internet isn’t as secure as it was. It’s a teeming ocean filled with all sorts of online threats that want to get your personal information, your financial information, etc. Over 7 million JavaScript malware viruses were discovered in the last year. It is essential to keep your anti-virus software updated. Both Avast and Bitdefender offer a variety of features that can aid you in this such as a vulnerability scanner which can let you know what programs are in the process of being outdated and an updater for software that keeps all your applications up-to-date to provide the best security.
Bitdefender is the top choice if are looking for an antivirus solution that offers high malware detection rates, with minimal impact on your system performance in addition to affordable cost. It also has unique features such as a file shredder and microphone and webcam protection which denies any suspicious requests to your camera or microphone.
Easy-to-use antivirus software is another crucial aspect. Both Avast and Bitdefender are easy to use, however we discovered that Bitdefender was a bit more difficult to navigate when it comes to running scans. It took us a while to find the settings, and it was a challenge to set up a full or boot-time scan.
As for support, Bitdefender’s customer service is superior to Avast’s. Its phone support offers an array of languages, and its knowledge base is extensive. Avast however, does limit its contact options to customers with paid accounts and rely heavily on its knowledge base and forums.