What is the best alternative to Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool?
Pro Achieved a perfect score in a test performed by AV-TEST
In 2014 AV-TEST tested 7 different cleaning tools (along with 10 antivirus solutions) Malwarebytes was the only tool that was capable of completely removing and restoring the system. It was concluded by AV-TEST to be the best tool for removing malware from infected computers.
Pro Doesn't ignore adware and toolbars
Malwarebytes removes toolbars that get bundled with software and adware that some other products keep.
Pro Free for manual scans
Offers a completely free scan and removal version for personal use.
Con Free version lacks scan scheduling
Premium version of the software is required to schedule scans in advance.
Pro Free for personal use
Basic functionality (includes malware removal) can be used for free for non-commercial purposes.
Pro Has a portable version
A portable version of the app can be found here. It allows putting the software on an external storage devices such as an USB thumb stick and running it from there without having to install it on the target machine.
Con Bad malware detection
In a test performed by PCMag, Spybot detected just 32% of installed malware.
Con Bad at removing found malware, especially rootkits
In a test performed by PCMag over half of malware that the tool attempted to remove was still running after the attempted cleanup. Rootkit removal often crashes other software.
Con Free version lacks scan scheduling
Premium version of the software is required to schedule scans in advance.
Con 14-day trial
You'd love to try it out for a longer time, but it turns out to be value for the money.
Con No factual data or tests
There are still no reliable real tests to compare this Malware program. Only reviews that just give an overview.
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