What it does
Malwarebytes offers malware scanning and consumer device-protection plans, with additional web, privacy and identity features depending on the offering.
Malwarebytes offers an initial free malware scan as well as paid continuing device-protection plans. That distinction matters when the task is checking a suspicious machine rather than buying ongoing protection. The homepage groups antivirus and safe browsing with scam/ad blocking in its annual Standard device plan. VPN is a separate bundle consideration. AdwCleaner, the vendor's focused unwanted-program cleanup utility, has a different scope from this main product family.
Strengths
- Malware scanning and continuing device-protection options
Best for
- People comparing malware cleanup with ongoing protection