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Best Computer Security in 2026
- 30 apps
- Research read 28 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
ClamAV
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+2ClamAV provides scanning tools, frequent database updates, and coverage across several operating systems and file formats.
- 2
Wazuh
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3Wazuh combines security monitoring with response capabilities and integrations for a range of environments.
- 3
Comodo Internet Security
by Comodo Internet SecurityFree plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1Comodo Internet Security pairs core protection with isolated browsing and application use. Check the listed Windows-version limits before choosing it for an older PC.
- 4
FortiClient
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2 - 5
360 Total Security
by 360 Total SecurityFree plan Windows360 Total Security provides a free Windows plan for one device, with ransomware defense, internet protection, cleanup, and sandbox functions listed.
- 6
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Suricata
Free plan LinuxMacWindowsSuricata offers network detection, prevention and monitoring capabilities, with JSON output for integrations and support for several operating systems.
- 8
Snort
Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedSnort offers several traffic-monitoring modes, rule-based detection, and optional inline packet blocking. The free Community Ruleset is updated daily; paid rules and support are licensed per sensor.
- 9
TinyWall
Free plan WindowsTinyWall offers firewall controls and connection visibility for supported Windows desktops.
- 10
CrowdStrike Falcon for Mobile
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1Choose Falcon for Mobile if your organization needs mobile threat detection, device trust visibility, and deployment options across Android and iOS.
- 11
F-Secure Total
by F-Secure TotalFree trial AndroidiPhoneMac+1F-Secure Total combines multi-platform security, password management, and an unlimited VPN in one app. Buyers can choose device and term combinations, with a trial available before purchase.
- 12
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+5Kaspersky combines broad endpoint controls with centralized management and several deployment options. The Select-to-Next transition and partner-only sales are worth clarifying before choosing a plan.
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Cisco Catalyst Center
Paid APILinuxMac+3 - 15
Greenbone Community Edition
Free plan LinuxWeb - 16
Dr.Web Security Space
by Dr.Web Security SpacePaid AndroidLinuxMac+1Dr.Web Security Space lists several protection categories and supports four operating systems. Compare the five-device standard plan with the separate two-PC plan before choosing.
- 17
McAfee Total Protection
Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+1McAfee Total Protection combines device security, VPN, identity monitoring, and password management across major desktop and mobile platforms.
- 18
Norton 360
by Norton 360Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+1Choose Norton 360 if you want security features, a VPN, a password manager, and parental controls across supported devices.
- 19
YARA
Free plan LinuxMacWindows - 20
Emsisoft Anti-Malware Home
by Emsisoft Anti-Malware HomePaid MacWindowsEmsisoft Anti-Malware Home combines ransomware protection, quarantine, automatic remediation, and parental controls for a defined range of PCs.
- 21
ZoneAlarm Extreme Security NextGen
by ZoneAlarm Extreme Security NextGenPaid AndroidiPhoneMac+1ZoneAlarm Extreme Security NextGen combines complete security coverage with ransomware protection across desktop and mobile platforms.
- 22
SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint
Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3Singularity Endpoint combines several protection capabilities with centralized management across its listed platforms.
- 23
Rapid7 InsightVM
Paid LinuxMacWeb+1InsightVM combines multiple assessment methods with advanced risk prioritization and remediation tracking. Consider the 500-asset pricing basis and listed plan terms when assessing fit.
- 24
Bitdefender GravityZone Cloud Workload Security
Paid LinuxWebWindows - 25
ESET Endpoint Security
Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
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