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Best Computer Security 2026
Facts read 19 Sep 2026 – 21 Oct 2026
Computer-security software helps safeguard devices, networks and workloads. This list helps US buyers compare protection features, pricing approaches and ways to run a tool.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Wazuh | Wazuh describes its users as ranging from individuals and small businesses to large enterprises. | 6.3 | $571 a month | Free plan | Web, Windows, Mac, Linux | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 02 GlassWire | GlassWire may suit people who want to review network activity, receive alerts about unusual changes, or manage app connections. | 6.0 | $2.99 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 03 Comodo Internet Security | Comodo Internet Security may suit Windows users looking for antivirus, firewall, and isolation tools. | 5.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Browser extension | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 04 FortiClient | FortiClient may suit organizations seeking endpoint protection and secure access for users across supported desktop and mobile platforms. | 5.6 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 05 Microsoft Defender for Business | 5.6 | — | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 9 Oct 2026 | |
| 06 CrowdStrike Falcon for Mobile | It suits businesses protecting Android and iOS devices, including organizations with BYOD or personal unmanaged devices. | 5.5 | — | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 21 Oct 2026 |
| 07 F-Secure Total | It suits people seeking security tools across phones and computers in one app, especially those who want ransomware protection, password management, and VPN coverage. | 5.5 | $69.99 a year | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 08 Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business | The product is intended for small and medium-sized businesses seeking endpoint security across supported operating systems and deployment environments. | 5.5 | $29.99 a month | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 09 ClamAV | ClamAV may suit users who need a free scanning engine and can work with its tools and deployment options. | 5.4 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux, API | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 10 Norton 360 | Norton 360 may suit people seeking listed security protections across computers and mobile devices. | 5.3 | $94.99 a year | — | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 27 Sep 2026 |
The page orders releases by the newest maker-published information. Use the fields to assess free-plan availability, paid pricing, deployment, supported platforms, real-time and ransomware defenses, vulnerability checks and centralized administration.
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GlassWire
GlassWire may suit people who want to review network activity, receive alerts about unusual changes, or manage app connections.
AndroidWebWindows Record6.0 Visit
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Comodo Internet Security
Comodo Internet Security may suit Windows users looking for antivirus, firewall, and isolation tools.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record5.7 Visit
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FortiClient
FortiClient may suit organizations seeking endpoint protection and secure access for users across supported desktop and mobile platforms.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 Record5.6 Visit
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Microsoft Defender for Business
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 Record5.6 Visit
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CrowdStrike Falcon for Mobile
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 — Record5.5 Visit It suits businesses protecting Android and iOS devices, including organizations with BYOD or personal unmanaged devices.
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F-Secure Total
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 $69.99 a year Record5.5 Visit It suits people seeking security tools across phones and computers in one app, especially those who want ransomware protection, password management, and VPN coverage.
8
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 $29.99 a month Record5.5 Visit The product is intended for small and medium-sized businesses seeking endpoint security across supported operating systems and deployment environments.
9
ClamAV
WindowsMacLinux+2 Free plan Record5.4 Visit ClamAV may suit users who need a free scanning engine and can work with its tools and deployment options.
10
Norton 360
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 $94.99 a year Record5.3 Visit Norton 360 may suit people seeking listed security protections across computers and mobile devices.
Before you choose
Compare free plans, pricing and trials
A free plan is available from certain tools listed here. For paid entries, the page may show a starting price or indicate that pricing is available on request. Falcon for Mobile is listed at $7.99 per month with a 15-day trial; ESET Endpoint Security includes a 30-day trial.
Match the platform to your devices
Check platform support before choosing a tool. Supported environments listed here include Windows, macOS, Linux, browser access, Android and iOS.
Check the protection controls
Use the comparison fields to assess real-time defenses, ransomware safeguards and vulnerability checks. These controls address different parts of computer security, so weigh the ones that fit your setup.
Review deployment and central management
Deployment describes how a tool runs in your environment. Central management matters when you need one place to oversee protected devices or workloads. Compare both fields before choosing.
Consider code access
Open-source code is available from certain tools listed here. If code access matters, look for that option alongside platform support, deployment and protection controls.
Questions
What operating systems and access modes are supported?
Supported options listed include Windows, macOS, Linux, browser access, Android and iOS. Check the platform field for the tool you are considering.
Are free plans available?
Yes. A free plan is available from certain tools listed here. ClamAV lists a free plan, and FortiClient marks a free plan.
Can I test a paid security tool before purchase?
Yes. Free trials appear for certain tools. Falcon for Mobile lists a 15-day trial, while ESET Endpoint Security lists a 30-day trial.
Which protection features can I compare?
The comparison covers real-time protection, ransomware protection and vulnerability scanning, along with deployment and central management.
Does the list include open-source security software?
Yes. Open-source code is available from certain tools listed here. Check the individual entry for its platform and protection details.
How does the list show pricing?
Entries may show a free plan, a paid starting price or pricing on request. Compare the Paid from field with trial details where listed.
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