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Avast is a popular antivirus product with a powerful malware detection engine, as well as many extra features including ransomware cover as well as a firewall for websites and VPN assistance. Its malware detection rating of 6 out of 6 in our tests was very good and it did a great job of blocking access to phishing sites that did not pass through Chrome’s and Firefox default protection.
In our tests in the real world, Avast could sort through more than two million discrete files in a complete scan which is quite impressive considering that the suite is relatively lightweight and efficient. Avast did not impact system performance in any way during our speed tests. It was faster than many of its competitors which can take as long as an hour to scan the same number of files.
The interface of Avast is simple intuitive and user-friendly. The majority of its tools are centralized on a single display with clear tiles that show each feature. This makes it easy to find what you need without having to browse through a lengthy menu or multiple apps. This is a big improvement over McAfee’s suite which has all of its features scattered across different apps.
Avast offers a great level of customer support, with 24-hour customer support through email or telephone. The company also has a knowledge base and forums to assist you with the most basic problems. For more complex issues, it is possible to use an online ticketing system for assistance. However, its practices for sharing data are a source of concern, and it does not come with a password manager or parental controls to match the Bitdefender Total Security.