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Malwarebytes

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What is Malwarebytes?

Malwarebytes is a antimalware application for home and small businesses, which blocks viruses, malware, hackers, viruses, and malicious websites.

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Pete Maddox | TrustRadius Reviewer
Pete Maddox
Managing Member
Commerce Technologies LLC (Computer & Network Security, 1001-5000 employees)
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Pricing

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Premium (1 device)

$39.96

On Premise
Annually

Premium (5 devices)

$80.04

On Premise
Annually

Premium + Privacy

$99.96

On Premise
Annually

Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Product Demos

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Product Details

What is Malwarebytes?

Malwarebytes Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsWindows, Mac
Mobile ApplicationNo

Frequently Asked Questions

Malwarebytes is a antimalware application for home and small businesses, which blocks viruses, malware, hackers, viruses, and malicious websites.

Reviewers rate Support Rating highest, with a score of 8.9.

The most common users of Malwarebytes are from Small Businesses (1-50 employees).
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Reviews and Ratings

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Malwarebytes is a widely used and trusted anti-malware solution that offers reliable protection against a wide range of threats. Users, including IT professionals and general contractors, have found Malwarebytes to be effective in identifying and removing potentially unwanted programs like adware and spyware. It is often recommended as a solution when other antivirus software fails to fix a problem. Malwarebytes keeps its threat signatures up-to-date and has minimal impact on system performance, making it an ideal choice for individuals and organizations looking for an additional layer of security. Whether it's scanning and identifying threats on desktop computers or keeping files safe and protecting client information, Malwarebytes has proven to be a valuable tool for mitigating malware issues and maintaining the overall security of workstations. With its user-friendly interface and quick scan times, Malwarebytes is highly regarded for its ability to detect and eliminate malware, viruses, trojans, and unwanted popups. It works seamlessly with other security solutions to prevent drive-by malware attacks, ensuring increased user productivity. From corporate-wide adoption in internal networks to deployment across multiple locations for remote users, Malwarebytes serves as an integral part of risk mitigation strategies in universities, organizations, and businesses. It effectively detects potential malware infections from websites and email attachments while providing centralized management capabilities to improve IT staff efficiency. Overall, Malwarebytes is known for its effectiveness in catching threats that other solutions may miss and addressing the critical need for reliable anti-malware protection in today's digital landscape.

Highly effective at not slowing down the computer: Users have consistently praised Malwarebytes for its ability to provide robust protection against malware without causing any slowdowns or interference with other programs. Many reviewers have stated that they appreciate this aspect of the software, making it a standout feature.

Easy to update and install: Reviewers have found Malwarebytes to be user-friendly when it comes to updates. They mention that the software provides clear indications when updates are available and makes it easy to install them with just a few clicks. This streamlined process ensures that users can keep their system protected without any hassle.

Allows users to decide how to deal with threats: A notable advantage of Malwarebytes is its flexibility in dealing with identified threats. Users appreciate that they are given options on how to handle potential dangers, such as quarantining all or selectively removing them. This level of control empowers users and allows them to tailor their security measures according to their needs.

Active Protection Concerns: Some users have expressed concerns about the active protection aspect of Malwarebytes, such as Connectwise and Autotask, stating that they do not feel safe relying on a single program for protection against malware.

Lack of Pricing Transparency: Several users have mentioned that they find the pricing of Malwarebytes to be lacking transparency. They would like clearer information about yearly subscription costs and multiple PC packages to make informed decisions about their purchase.

Issues with Updates: A number of users have reported experiencing issues with updates in the free version of Malwarebytes. They have found the update process to be inconsistent, sometimes slow or unreliable. These users suggest improving the update system to ensure more consistent and timely updates.

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Reviews

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March 13, 2024

Great Endpoint Protection - Poor Accounting System

Pete Maddox | TrustRadius Reviewer
Pete Maddox
Managing Member
Commerce Technologies LLC (Computer & Network Security, 1001-5000 employees)
Score 1 out of 10
Vetted Review
Reseller
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is great. I can recommend the product, but I can't get them to refund an unauthorized charge to my credit card of over $6,000. It's been three weeks and all I have is a screenshot of an internal refund document.
April 28, 2022

Malwarebytes for Protection without Objection!

David Young, M.A. | TrustRadius Reviewer
David Young, M.A.
President
Forever YOUNG Business Consultants, LLC (Management Consulting, 1-10 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
You install Malwarebytes and forget it! You only know it is there when you get a notification or warning of a "catch" of an inappropriate website or application. Unlike other software options, the best part is that you are protected without advertisements or slow computer operation.
August 24, 2021

Quick and best security

VK
vinoth kumar
Sr system administrator
Inoryasoft Pvt ltd (Computer Software, 51-200 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes will be very useful for people who don't want to sit for hours and hours for a virus scan. It can scan your complete PC within a minimum time. People can make use of a 14-day trial of this software to check if it works in your case. Finally worth the try.
May 23, 2021

Malwarebytes a great program at a good price!

RJ
Roxanne Jacobs
Executive Director
Grandma's Place, Inc. (Non-profit Organization Management, 11-50 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
I know that computers are not 100% safe but it gives me some peace of mind knowing Malwarebytes is monitoring our computers daily. It is very easy to install and use. We were able to take out a 3-year contract for 5 users at a reasonable price.
April 21, 2021

Great Endpoint Protection Tool

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Real Estate Company, 501-1000 employees
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Appropriate to be used as a daily endpoint protection tool. It is suitable for personal, small, medium, and even large enterprises and can be trusted as a daily driver. But if you end up starting a rootkit scan during working hours, you'll have to get another temporary device for that user, as the computer being scanned gets heavy.
April 19, 2021

Always reliable, always effective.

Philip Dixon | TrustRadius Reviewer
Philip Dixon
Director Of Information Technology
Alicart Restaurant Group (Food & Beverages, 201-500 employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
This is a great product for an organization with a small IT dept. It is easy to deploy and manage, and if you purchase the R]response product it can save you a lot of time on remediation and other issues. Since you have to purchase separate products for servers, large enterprises with a lot of servers might see high costs.
April 15, 2021

Malwarebytes is the Best of the Best

Mauro Biefeni | TrustRadius Reviewer
Mauro Biefeni
Head of Information Technology
Mondetta Clothing (Apparel & Fashion, 51-200 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is well suited for a wide range of applications, from the home user to an enterprise infrastructure consisting of numerous server endpoints. We have it installed on over 80 endpoints including 16+ servers, both physical and virtual. I can't really think of a scenario where it is less appropriate--maybe in a scenario where you want malware to be able to take over a system?
April 21, 2020

Malwarebytes works with frontline anti-virus to provide unparalleled security

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Leisure, Travel & Tourism Company, 51-200 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is well suited to work in any business environment as a second-step security solution, working in tandem with a frontline anti-virus program such as Symantec Endpoint Protection or other corporate anti-virus. I can think of no real environments where Malwarebytes would not be useful, as malware is a problem across the board, regardless of business type or industry.
March 25, 2020

Malwarebytes has Malware right in its sights!

Mark Piskura | TrustRadius Reviewer
Mark Piskura
FAA Repair Station Training Coordinator
Aerolearn, Inc. (Aviation & Aerospace, 1-10 employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
I cannot speak to another company's needs but for us as a small company Malwarebytes provides the protection needed at a reasonable price. The protection it provides comes in the form of malware detection from downloaded files, which it does very well.
March 03, 2020

Bytes Malware in the butt!

Jennifer Stirling | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jennifer Stirling
Executive Assistant to Lindsey Stirling
Lindseystomp Music / Lindsey Stirling Touring (Music, 11-50 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebites is appropriate for ANYONE who owns a computer. It is the most affordable and efficient option I know of in protecting your computer from malware including viruses, spyware, and Trojans. I honestly would not feel comfortable using any computer without this software to protect it. The alternative is often time-consuming and costly, whether it results in stolen information that impacts your accounts or computer damage that requires costly repairs, replacement, and/or re-programming.
March 02, 2020

Endpoint Protection You Can Count On!

Verified User
Director in Information Technology
Medical Device Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is definitely one of the top contenders in its field. As with any corporate software, there are headaches all along the way -- from implementation to daily use and support. And cost is also a factor. Although not inexpensive, Malwarebytes is comparable to its close competitors. Overall, the quality of the product shines through, and it does what it's intended to do...protect!
February 26, 2020

Our thoughts on Malwarebytes

Marc Shaffer | TrustRadius Reviewer
Marc Shaffer
CEO
US DataVault, Inc (Computer & Network Security, 11-50 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
MB shines for endpoint and system malware protection. It has saved us many times over the years which is why we continue to use it internally and recommend it to our clients. It is not a replacement for a strong firewall or good antivirus software. Together these things can and will keep you safe and will notify you of a problem.
January 26, 2020

Malwarebytes for PCs

BB
Barry Burd
Professor
Drew University (Higher Education, 201-500 employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is well suited for protecting an individual PC. (I haven't tried the Mac version.) Malwarebytes is not suitable for computers that belong to an organization where users are compelled to install other security software. Conflicts between Malwarebytes and other security software can slow down a computer and possibly cause other problems.
November 26, 2019

Really good malware removal tool, that is at the top of its class

Verified User
Supervisor in Information Technology
Education Management Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It is well suited in organizations that are looking for an additional "threat protection/removal" product that could be used along with a good commercial AV product. It offers another layer of protection for endpoints across an organization. It is less suited for organizations that are looking for an all-in-one AV solution, as to avoid the complexity/management of running multiple AV products to help protect endpoints. It is also less suited in organizations that want to keep costs down, as the licensing for Malwarebytes can get more expensive than some other AV products on the market.
October 21, 2019

Best for Startup

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Consumer Services Company, 11-50 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It is best suited for small to big organization, and for those who don't want to bother about their system in long run then can just install and forgot about it, it will take by itself.
October 16, 2019

An Important Piece in the Overall Client Security Puzzle

Kyle Dennis | TrustRadius Reviewer
Kyle Dennis
Sr. Systems Administrator
FM Industries (Food & Beverages, 501-1000 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is great when combined with another solution, such as an antivirus. It is an added layer of protection and does a great job with threats that other programs may see as low priority or not even worth reporting. It is not meant to be the only solution used by your company. We use it behind strong policies on our firewall, Proofpoint email security, and an additional cloud-based antivirus on our client systems with great success (zero incidents).
October 02, 2019

Malwarebytes: Quality protection for your network and organization.

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Retail Company, 51-200 employees
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is a great solution for deploying anti-malware, anti-exploit clients to large numbers of machines and monitoring them all from a central location. It's not really needed for very small organizations probably, though it certainly could not hurt. For medium to large business, however, it's perfect. If you need anti-exploit it's an excellent solution, but if you're running it on very old machines there's some overhead there.
September 10, 2019

Malwarebytes: Software That Keeps You Safe

Jeff Henkel | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jeff Henkel
Owner
HighRoad Accounting (Accounting, 1-10 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes works great on both Windows and Mac computers. My laptop is a middle of the pack late 2017 Dell running Windows 10 i7 with 8GB RAM 250GB Hybrid Hard Drive and I don't have any noticeable slowdown issues. My Mac is a mid-2010 Mac Mini running MacOS Sierra and I have no issues with Malwarebytes on that platform either.
May 11, 2019

Malwarebytes is a good, solid product to protect your users and devices.

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Civil Engineering Company, 11-50 employees
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is a good product. It detects issues very well and scans are very thorough and complete.The software is always there running in the background when I need it. I can depend on Malwarebytes to give me intelligent and accurate scan results and the quarantine capability has not failed me yet.
May 06, 2019

A mighty virus protection system

dishant sharma | TrustRadius Reviewer
dishant sharma
Content writer and programmer
Ethical Hacking Online (Computer Software, 11-50 employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is undoubtedly one of the best antiviruses protection system available in the market to date. Malware bytes is pretty effective against the rootkits. A rootkit is a piece of software which enables malware to be in stealth mode while remaining undetected by most of the antiviruses. But, Malwarebytes provides superior protection to the device against it. Malware bytes is an excellent antivirus system to purchase. But, it also has some downsides. One of the limitations of Malwarebytes is that even after scanning the whole system, some viruses remained in the system. It doesn't provide real-time email protection.
January 10, 2019

Best Antimalware Software

Richard Marton | TrustRadius Reviewer
Richard Marton
Customer Support Manager
ePlane - Free Aerospace Marketplace (Aviation & Aerospace, 11-50 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Whenever anything goes wrong on my PC, my first instinct is to immediately fire up Malwarebytes in order to launch a full system scan. I usually am hopeful that Malwarebytes finds at least one piece of unfriendly malware because it usually means that it can be removed by Malwarebytes and then all the problems that came with it in the first place seem to go away as well.
December 19, 2018

Best overall protection

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Computer Networking Company, 1-10 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes is well suited for home and business users to keep their computers free of malware. Malwarebytes is easy to use and great at keeping my computers safe, even the free version is great. This is truly a must-have for anyone.
December 14, 2018

Malwarebytes For a Second Set of Eyes in Cyber Security

Debbie Johnson | TrustRadius Reviewer
Debbie Johnson
Technology Systems Manager
Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore (Law Practice, 51-200 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It does a fantastic job when attempting to confirm if a user machine has malware or not. It does a great job at cleaning most things or telling you if it can't clean it completely. It's easy to understand and doesn't leave you wondering if the PC is clean or not.
December 14, 2018

Malwarebytes is what you need for all of your malware/spyware/virus protection.

Jen Garfinkel-Canseco | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jen Garfinkel-Canseco
Owner - Web Designer/Developer/Marketer
Programmer Jen (Internet, 1-10 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Malwarebytes, although mostly marketed for malware and spyware, has an excellent virus protection as well. Over 9 years ago when I first started using it, I had gotten a nasty virus on my laptop. t locked out Symantec (which never blocked it, and never recognized it). I tried half a dozen other virus programs to determine what virus and to fix it, and NONE worked. Someone recommended trying Malwarebytes, guess what, first scan it caught the virus, gave me info on what virus it was and helped me remove the virus from the laptop, as well as from all of the executable files it had attached to. I have been a loyal Malwarebytes customer since!
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