Strong antivirus software needs to protect from a wide variety of threats. Both Total AV and Adaware use the latest in malware-detection, which is over 90% accurate and protects from both known and unknown threats. The main differences between the two software suites are the price and their additional features.
Total AV comes with anti-phishing protocols, a VPN, an adblocker, and an encrypted password manager. It also comes with a firewall which you can edit remotely and a PC optimization tool which removes any unnecessary files. It will also optimize your device settings for speed and security. Although Total AV doesn’t offer a free version of its software, it’s a fairly inexpensive option.
Adaware may be a lesser-known company but it provides a strong, budget-friendly antivirus solution. If offers strong malware protection with default port scanning, email protection to keep your safe from phishing attempts, and a Safe Sender list so security notices don’t interrupt your regular communications. Adaware also offers extensive parental controls to create age-based templates that restrict which sites and programs users can access. The software is cheaper than Total AV, with plans ranging from free to $45. The price is reflected in some elements of the software, though; it takes two reboots to install and there’s no phone or live chat helpline.
