Compare Bitdefender and Avast

The internet isn’t the place it was a few years ago it’s a huge ocean swarming with all kinds of online threats, aspiring to invade your privacy and steal your financial data and many more. In the last year alone there were more than 7 million new JavaScript malware viruses identified. It’s important to keep your anti-virus software up to date. Both Avast and Bitdefender offer a number of features to help you to do this and include a vulnerability scan which will let you know what programs are in the process of being outdated and a software updater that automatically keeps all your apps up-to-date for the best protection.

Bitdefender is the clear winner if you are looking for an anti-virus solution with high rate of detection of malware and has minimal impact on performance of your system, as well as affordable cost. It also has disappear from the internet some distinct features, including shredders for files and a protection for microphones and webcams that block any suspicious requests.

Another key aspect is how simple it is to use your antivirus. Avast and Bitdefender both have a simple interface, but Bitdefender is a bit more difficult when it involves running scans. It took us a while to find the settings and it was a challenge to set up a full or boot-time scan.

Bitdefender’s support is superior to Avast. Its knowledge base as well as phone support are extensive. Avast, however, limits its support options to paid customers and relies heavily on its knowledge base and forums.