The Internet can be a scary place. Most times, it is full of malicious entities and hackers who want to do you harm. In fact, data breaches have increased by over 40% according to a report by the Identity Theft Resource Centre (ITRC). Hackers and other wicked elements are after your information and seek to destroy your computer. Thankfully anti-viruses exist to repel these sinister elements.
In this article, we will look at the following anti-viruses: Avast, Bitdefender, Scanguard, and TotalAV. We will answer the question: What is the worst antivirus – Avast, Bitdefender, Scanguard, or TotalAV?
To give a satisfactory answer, we will judge each of this antivirus software based on the following criteria: features, ease of use, and technical support.
Features Of Each Antivirus
Avast
The Avast antivirus has so many features that folks find useful. It is one of the most versatile antivirus programs available.
The free version provides basic protection from malware and viruses, while the paid version offers more features.
Bitdefender
Bitdefender offers a plethora of features on its paid plans. These features are high-quality, powerful programs that offer top protection
Scanguard
Scanguard has the basic protection features like a firewall, anti-phishing, anti-virus, and anti-malware protection, but these features seem a bit raw and unpolished compared to other antivirus programs.
TotalAV
Unlike the other anti-viruses on this least, the “free” version of this antivirus offers the most skeletal features. If you are serious about protecting your information and device, you are better off getting a paid package. The paid packages offer more features and more protection
Verdict
In this category, the worst antivirus is TotalAV.
Ease of Use
Avast
Avast is very user-friendly. Navigation is a breeze, and it is up there with the very best anti-viruses when it comes to ease of use. Despite the simplicity, it is very informative. At a glance, you can decipher what the antivirus is trying to communicate.
Bitdefender
Bitdefender has the best user interface on this list. It is fast and easy to use. Unlike Avast, it has fewer advertisements and pop-ups.
Scanguard
Scanguard also features an easy to use interface. However, most users do not fancy having to set up an account before using the antivirus.
TotalAV
TotalAV has a simple and direct interface. Clean and smooth, most users will enjoy using this software. Like Scanguard, however, the need to create an account prior to use might be a letdown.
Verdict
The worst Antivirus in this round is between TotalAV and Scanguard. Although they have great interfaces, the need to create an account is a turnoff.
Technical Support
Avast
Avast provides decent technical support services.
Their official website is easy to navigate and has a FAQ section that covers a wide range of issues. You can get a personal touch by calling their phone numbers or sending an email.
Bitdefender
Once again, Bitdefender leaves all other anti-viruses biting the dust. Technical support is simply excellent.
The 24/7 phone support, prompt email response time, and up-to-date community forum makes it the best when it comes to technical support
Scanguard
Scanguard offers technical support to users. However, we don’t understand the need to always provide name and email address before complaints are heard or addressed. It features a community forum, although this has just a few active members.
TotalAV
When it comes to customer support, TotalAV is up there with the very best in the market. The response is swift and helpful. There are large FAQ database and articles and video tutorials to help you.
Verdict
Scanguard is the worst Antivirus in this category
Final Thoughts
After having considered the features, ease of use, and technical support, the worst Antivirus on this list is Scanguard.
Thus if you are left with the choice of choosing between the 4 Antiviruses in this article, you know which one NOT to use.
