Bitdefender and
Malwarebytes are two of the most recognized products in the antivirus market.
Both have a wide range of features and competitive pricing and invest in their
research, which is why their products are so well regarded. They have their
differences, though, especially in how well they’ll protect your PC by Malwarebytes support phone number.
In this Bitdefender
vs. Malwarebytes comparison, we’ll compare and contrast Bitdefender and Malwarebytes to
help you decide which is the better option. Bitdefender wiped the floor with
Avast in our Bitdefender vs. Avast head-to-head,
so we’ll see if it can do the same to Malwarebytes Malwarebytes support phone number.
We’re going to assess
how the products match up over five rounds. If you’d like more details on
either, check out our Bitdefender Antivirus review or our Malwarebytes helpline phone number Antivirus review.
Setting Up a Fight: Bitdefender vs. Malwarebytes
We’ll compare
Bitdefender and Malwarebytes over several rounds to help you judge which is
better Malwarebytes customer service phone number. They’ll go head-to-head on features, pricing, user-friendliness,
protection and support, which is the same criteria we use in our best antivirus software roundup. The
provider that takes the most rounds will be the winner Malwarebytes support phone number.
As our Bitdefender vs Kaspersky comparison
shows, even when there’s a winner, it’s not always as clear a picture like that.
We recommend reading through each section rather than just glancing at the
winners because some rounds may be more important to you than others, such as
pricing or features Malwarebytes helpline phone number.
Features
Speaking of features,
gone are the days when your antivirus software only scanned your files for Malwarebytes customer service phone number. Malware protection is still central to Bitdefender and Malwarebytes,
but we’ll also look at the additional features they offer Malwarebytes helpline phone number.
Bitdefender’s most
basic plans include great features, such as ransomware protection, an
anti-tracker extension, and file shredding. Unfortunately, those plans also lack
additional security features, such as a firewall Malwarebytes helpline phone number.
If you go for
the Malwarebytes customer service phone number the list of features gets a lot longer. It includes webcam protection, file
encryption, parental controls, and a two-way firewall Malwarebytes support phone number.
There’s also a VPN
client included with every plan, but it’s limited to 200MB of usage per day.
You can upgrade to an unlimited plan, but there are better options for your
money if a VPN is what you’re looking for. We like ExpressVPN (read our ExpressVPN review) Malwarebytes helpline phone number.
Plus, there’s Safepay,
which is a secure browser intended for online banking and shopping. When you
open a website that supports online payments in your browser, Malwarebytes customer service phone number will
prompt you to launch Safepay. It includes a virtual keyboard designed to stop
hackers from capturing your details with a keystroke logger Malwarebytes support number.
There’s also a
password manager included on all Bitdefender products, excluding the macOS
version. It can store sensitive information, such as passwords and credit card
details, and auto-fill when you need it. It’s a useful feature, but you’ll find
better support from our best password managers, such as Dashlane (read our Dashlane review).
If you opt for the
more expensive plans, Bitdefender offers a lot of great features to form an
all-around security package for your PC. At the lower end, you’ll be surprised
by the additional features, but there are glaring omissions, such as protection
for your mobile devices Malwarebytes support number.
If you’re looking for
a product packed with extra features, Malwarebytes isn’t it. The service doesn’t
include a lot of the features Bitdefender does.
There’s no password
manager, no parental controls and no file shredder. It also doesn’t provide a
VPN or webcam protection, so you won’t be protected from hidden, prying eyes.
If you opt for Malwarebytes support number you’ll need to read our guide on how to secure your webcam Malwarebytes customer service phone number.
The settings menu is
where you find additional features. With a little searching, you can find the
option to turn on malware protection. Our ransomware protection tips might come in
handy, there.
Malwarebytes deals
with potentially unwanted programs with ease, and you can set your preferred
response, such as automatic deletion, in the settings area. That’s a great way
to prevent unwanted toolbars from being installed, for instance, Malwarebytes support number.
Malwarebytes’s protection
features are what you’d expect from a high-quality antivirus package,
but it’s disappointing that it lacks additional features Malwarebytes customer service number.
Round One
Thoughts
When it comes to
features, there’s only one winner Malwarebytes customer service number. Even the less expensive Bitdefender plans
include more features than Malwarebytes does. If you don’t care about anything
other than core protection features, Malwarebytes might suffice. For most,
though, this round is a clear win for Malwarebytes support number.
Round: Features Point
for Bitdefender Antivirus
2
Price
Comparing the prices of antivirus products is a challenge. Many offer several payment plans, as well
as options for multiple devices, so it’s tough to determine whether a product
is worth the cost. We’re going to look at the plans Malwarebytes and
Bitdefender offers to see which comes out on top Malwarebytes customer service number.
Bitdefender
Bitdefender offers
some great promotions but the discounts only apply to your first payment. You
can choose a longer term to enjoy a lower rate per year for up to three years.
Bitdefender Antivirus
Plus is the least expensive plan, but it includes the fewest features as a
consequence. Bitdefender Internet Security is the next package up, and unlike
Bitdefender Antivirus Plus, it includes webcam protection and a firewall Malwarebytes customer service number.
Antivirus
Plus
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Higher up the list of
Bitdefender packages are Bitdefender Total Security. It offers
protection for up to five devices and is the only option that includes iOS and
Android support alongside Windows and macOS. In fact, it won our vote as
the best antivirus for Mac.
At the top of the pile
is Bitdefender Premium Security, which offers all the features of Bitdefender
Total Security, but includes priority support, unlimited VPN traffic and
support for 10 devices Malwarebytes customer service number.
The current discounted
offers will protect up to three devices. There’s an option to cover just one,
but there’s no discount on that price plan. For the first year, you’ll be
paying more to protect a single device than you would protect up to five on
the Bitdefender Total Security plan.
In short, the more
devices you cover, the more you’ll pay for the privilege.
If you take advantage
of the promotional rates, the prices for Bitdefender are good, ranging from
$29.99 per year for Bitdefender Antivirus Plus to $89.99 per year for
Bitdefender Premium Security.
The step up in
features between each level make a Bitdefender subscription worth it if you
can afford the difference. If you want to give Bitdefender Total Security or
Bitdefender Premium Security a try, you can take advantage of a free 30-day trial,
too.
Malwarebytes
For personal use,
there are two main options for potential Malwarebytes users. Malwarebytes
Premium covers just one device, while Malwarebytes Premium for Home allows you
to cover up to 10 devices. The price increases with each device that you add,
much like with ESET NOD32 (read our ESET NOD32 review) Malwarebytes phone number.
Both plans work with
Windows, macOS, Android, and Chrome OS. If you want to cover an iOS device
you’ll need to download the Malwarebytes app and pay an additional $1.49 per
month Malwarebytes phone number
.
Malwarebytes
Premium
|
1-year plan$ 3.33 / month
$39.99 billed every
year
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Malwarebytes
Premium For Home
|
1-year plan$ 5.00 / month
$59.99 billed every
year
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Malwarebytes
for Business (4 packages)
|
1-year plan$ 10.00 / month
$119.97 billed every
year
|
Malwarebytes for Teams
can cover up to 20 devices with standalone installations, making it a good
option for small businesses. For larger organizations, Malwarebytes Endpoint
Protection for Business is a managed, cloud-based solution that’ll protect as many
devices as you can afford Malwarebytes phone number.
The business plans
include advanced options such as exploit mitigation to protect you from
unpatched software, payload analysis to test for unrecognized malware and
ransomware mitigation to prevent your files from being encrypted without your
permission. You can also add premium customer support thanks to Malwarebytes
Endpoint Protection and Response Malwarebytes phone number.
If you only want to
cover one device, Malwarebytes Premium starts at an attractive price point of
$39.99 per year. Adding devices raises the cost $10 per year per device, but
it’s still a competitive plan. There’s also a free 14-day trial that
gives you the chance to try the features before you buy.
Round Two
Thoughts
Malwarebytes Premium and Bitdefender Internet Security are similar in price. The key difference is
that Malwarebytes Premium only covers one device. Bitdefender Internet Security
covers up to three devices for the same price. Bitdefender Premium Security supports
up to 10.
If you only have one
device that you want to cover, there’s little to differentiate the two options
in terms of price. For that reason, we’re going to call this round a draw
Round: Price No clear winner, points
for both
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