Malwarebytes
FeaturedFreemiumThe most trusted malware removal tool now with full endpoint protection
🛡️Endpoint & AntivirusAbout Malwarebytes
Malwarebytes started as the go-to malware removal tool for consumers and IT professionals cleaning infected PCs, and has evolved into a comprehensive endpoint protection platform. Its ThreatDown business line provides enterprise EDR for SMBs at accessible pricing ($65–100/endpoint/year). The free consumer version remains one of the best on-demand malware scanners available. Malwarebytes excels at detecting PUPs (potentially unwanted programs) that traditional antivirus misses. A good choice for SMBs transitioning from basic antivirus to behavior-based protection without enterprise complexity or pricing.
What's Great
- ✓Free consumer version is the best on-demand malware scanner available
- ✓ThreatDown business pricing accessible for SMBs at $65–100/endpoint/year
- ✓Excellent at detecting PUPs that traditional antivirus products miss
- ✓Simple deployment — no complex configuration or dedicated security team needed
Watch Out For
- !Not suitable for enterprises facing nation-state or advanced persistent threats
- !Less threat intelligence depth than CrowdStrike or SentinelOne
- !Real-time protection in free version requires manual scan triggers
Common Use Cases
An IT admin at a 50-person company deploys Malwarebytes ThreatDown to all endpoints in one afternoon, upgrading from basic Windows Defender
A freelancer runs Malwarebytes free to scan a suspicious download before opening it
Pricing Model
Freemium
Free plan available. Paid plans unlock advanced features.
Category
Endpoint & Antivirus
Protect devices from malware, ransomware, and advanced threats.
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