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Best Malware Removal Software 2026
Facts read 20 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
BitNinja leads this list of 30 (record score 6.4, free plan). Certo AntiSpy is next (record score 6.2, free plan), and ClamAV is the next highest-placed with a free plan (record score 5.4).
Malware removal software can differ in how it scans, isolates threats, and supports cleanup. Compare scan modes, scheduled scans, and remediation automation, then check operating-system support and whether threat quarantine is listed. Bootable rescue media may be relevant when you need to consider recovery outside a normal system session. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing add cost and access details to weigh. ESET Mobile Security for Android, Certo AntiSpy, and Malwarebytes Premium are among the entries, with other options including BitNinja and Dr.Web CureNet!. Consider the type of cleanup you need and which published capabilities align with your devices and preferred approach.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 BitNinja | BitNinja suits hosting providers, server owners, and VPS operators looking for centralized Linux server protection. | 6.4 | $6 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 02 Certo AntiSpy | It suits Android phone and tablet users looking for spyware checks, threat removal, and a permissions audit. | 6.2 | $39.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 03 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 |
| 04 MalCare | 5.1 | $99 a year | Free plan | Web, Self-hosted | 3 Oct 2026 | |
| 05 Spybot – Search & Destroy | Spybot's free edition suits private, non-commercial Windows users seeking anti-spyware scanning, rootkit checks, and System Immunization. | 5.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows | 2 Oct 2026 |
| 06 Virusdie | Virusdie may suit small and medium-sized businesses seeking website scanning and cleanup, as well as service providers considering its PRO offer or API. | 5.1 | $15 a month | Free plan | Web, API | 5 Oct 2026 |
| 07 Malwarebytes Premium | It may suit people seeking ongoing protection across Windows, macOS, Android, or iOS devices, including users who want browser protection and scam guidance. | 4.9 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 29 Sep 2026 |
| 08 NoBot | 4.9 | $9.99 a year | Free plan | Windows | 4 Oct 2026 | |
| 09 Adlice Protect | It suits Windows users seeking malware scanning, quarantine, and scheduled scans. | 4.8 | $15 a year | Free plan | Windows | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 10 Spy Emergency | 4.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows | 11 Oct 2026 |
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Certo AntiSpy
It suits Android phone and tablet users looking for spyware checks, threat removal, and a permissions audit.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record6.2 Visit
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ClamAV
ClamAV may suit users who need a free scanning engine and can work with its tools and deployment options.
WindowsMacLinux+2 Record5.4 Visit
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MalCare
WebSelf-hosted Record5.1 Visit
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Spybot – Search & Destroy
Spybot's free edition suits private, non-commercial Windows users seeking anti-spyware scanning, rootkit checks, and System Immunization.
Windows Record5.1 Visit
6
Virusdie
WebAPI $15 a month Record5.1 Visit Virusdie may suit small and medium-sized businesses seeking website scanning and cleanup, as well as service providers considering its PRO offer or API.
7
Malwarebytes Premium
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 Free plan Record4.9 Visit It may suit people seeking ongoing protection across Windows, macOS, Android, or iOS devices, including users who want browser protection and scam guidance.
9
Adlice Protect
Windows $15 a year Record4.8 Visit It suits Windows users seeking malware scanning, quarantine, and scheduled scans.
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Dr.Web CureIt!
Windows Free plan Record4.6 Visit The free version may suit Windows users seeking a one-time malware scan.
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Dr.Web LiveDisk
WindowsLinux Free plan Record4.6 Visit It suits Windows users who need bootable recovery media to clean an infected system or copy important files.
13
Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool
WindowsLinux Free plan Record4.6 Visit It suits Windows users who need a free, portable scanner for an active infection or a second opinion.
14
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
Windows Free plan Record4.5 Visit MSRT may suit Windows users seeking a tool for prevalent malware cleanup, either through Windows Update or an on-demand standalone scan.
15
Malwarebytes AdwCleaner
Windows Free plan Record4.4 Visit AdwCleaner suits Windows home users and technicians who need targeted cleanup for adware, PUPs, browser hijackers, or unwanted preinstalled software.
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Panda Cloud Cleaner
Windows Free plan Record4.4 Visit Panda Cloud Cleaner suits Windows users seeking free virus and malware scanning and disinfection.
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Dr.Web CureNet!
iPhone & iPadWindows — Record4.3 Visit CureNet! suits administrators who need to scan and remediate Windows hosts across a network, including systems with other antivirus software.
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herdProtect
Windows Free plan Record4.0 Visit It suits Windows users seeking an additional, on-demand scan alongside existing antivirus software.
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