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Microsoft Defender (built-in)

Free option

Scan a Windows computer for malware and manage its built-in security protection.

What you can use it for

Scan a Windows computer for malware and manage its built-in security protection.

  • Covers the core use case of Malwarebytes without a subscription.
  • Established, official site verified live
Workflow coverage and comparison notes

Built-in real-time antivirus and threat protection on Windows with zero subscription cost.

Before you switch

Windows only

Alternatives to these paid apps

Each comparison covers the workflow described above, rather than every paid feature.