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Dr.Web CureIt! vs Malwarebytes Mobile Security

Both stand on antivirus software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Dr.Web CureIt!

Free plan Windows

Choose the free Dr.Web CureIt! utility for a one-time Windows malware scan when manual downloads for current definitions are acceptable. Consider Pro if you need selective scanning, command-line integration, or quarantine management; its five- or ten-day plan is listed without a price.

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Malwarebytes Mobile Security

Free plan AndroidiPhone

Malwarebytes Mobile Security offers a broad set of mobile safety and identity tools with free starting features. Review the platform-specific feature list before choosing a subscription.

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The facts

Dr.Web CureIt!Malwarebytes Mobile Security
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWindowsAndroid, iPhone
Lowest paid planFree or on requestNot published
Plans published3None
MakerNot publishedMalwarebytes Mobile Security
Websitefree.drweb.commalwarebytes.com
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Dr.Web CureIt!: what it does well

  • Includes current virus definitions when downloaded.
  • Pro scans selected files, folders, drives, network resources, and processes.
  • Pro command-line options support scripts and automated IT systems.
  • Pro includes quarantine export, import, and cleaning.
  • Doctor Web lists 24/7 technical support.

What to know first

  • The free version is limited to one-time scanning.
  • Free scans cannot select scan objects or use command-line parameters.
  • The utility does not provide real-time protection.
  • Virus definitions do not update automatically.

Malwarebytes Mobile Security: what it does well

  • Android and iOS versions available
  • Scam, text, and call protection
  • Identity recovery with live-agent support
  • Up to $2M identity theft insurance
  • Free features offered on both platforms

What to know first

  • Feature availability varies by operating system
  • Some features require a paid subscription
  • One-device limit listed

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