Best Malware Removal Software in 2026
Updated
31 malware removal software ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
31ranked
0free plans on this page
7 Oct 2026last checked
0 of the 6 here have a free tier you can use, 0 have open-source code on record, and 0 have full bars: free, open, on most of your devices and documented.
| # | App | Signal | Free tier | Open code | Devices | From | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Microsoft Safety ScannerWindows | No signal | — | — | 1 of 6 | — | 5.1 |
| 27 | Windows Malicious Software Removal ToolNo platforms listed | No signal | — | — | 0 of 6 | — | 5.1 |
| 28 | Emsisoft Anti-Malware HomeWindows · Mac | One bar | — | — | 2 of 6 | — | 5.0 |
| 29 | Dr.Web CureNet!Windows · iPhone | No signal | — | — | 2 of 6 | — | 4.9 |
| 30 | Gridinsoft Anti-MalwareWindows | One bar | — | — | 1 of 6 | — | 4.9 |
| 31 | HitmanProWindows | No signal | — | — | 1 of 6 | — | 4.7 |
Compare all 6 in a table
| # | App | Score | Free plan | Free plan | Paid from | Scan modes | Threat quarantine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Microsoft Safety Scanner | 5.1 | No | Yes | — | — | — |
| 27 | Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool | 5.1 | No | Yes | — | — | — |
| 28 | Emsisoft Anti-Malware Home | 5.0 | No | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| 29 | Dr.Web CureNet! | 4.9 | No | No | — | — | Yes |
| 30 | Gridinsoft Anti-Malware | 4.9 | No | No | — | — | — |
| 31 | HitmanPro | 4.7 | No | No | — | — | — |
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