AVG provides a comprehensive feature package, solid protection against malware and solid performance across a variety of tests. The free version has couple of drawbacks, while the premium version adds additional features such as a device optimization tool and VPN.

The malware scanner in the software employs machine learning and heuristic analysis to find and eliminate any potential threats, such as trojans, cryptojackers, and rootkits. It also protects against ransomware, phishing attacks, and malicious websites by blocking downloads. AVG’s smart scanners are quick and comprehensive. They display a number “advanced problems” that you can solve right now, including sensitive items that require password protection, a vulnerable firewall, or a webcam that is not protected. It’s more aggressive than other top-quality antivirus software in this respect, and it will prompt you to purchase its paid flavor when you click on any of these issues.

Its AV Test results are generally excellent. It was able to identify and block 100% of malware during March and April 2022 testing. However, its ability to detect zero-day attacks is lagging Continue Reading behind the other best-rated software I’ve tested and sometimes it slows the system.

The free version provides email and web security, identity theft monitoring of leaked passwords photo vaulting and AVG Cleaner, which helps speed up your device by clearing junk data. The premium version comes with webcam security and protection against ransomware and secure banking and a firewall. It also adds an performance tuneup that improves the performance of your PC and prolongs battery life and it comes with a VPN to ensure your privacy online.