Certo AntiSpy
by Certo AntiSpyIt suits Android phone and tablet users looking for spyware checks, threat removal, and a permissions audit.
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Best Malware Removal Tools 2026
Facts read 22 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
Malware removal tools scan for or remove unwanted software from phones, computers and servers. This list includes tools with free plans, free trials or open-source code.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Certo AntiSpy | It suits Android phone and tablet users looking for spyware checks, threat removal, and a permissions audit. | 8.9 | $39.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 02 BitNinja | BitNinja suits hosting providers, server owners, and VPS operators looking for centralized Linux server protection. | 8.9 | $6 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 03 Comodo Internet Security | Comodo Internet Security may suit Windows users looking for antivirus, firewall, and isolation tools. | 8.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Browser extension | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 04 ClamAV | ClamAV may suit users who need a free scanning engine and can work with its tools and deployment options. | 7.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux, API | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 05 Microsoft Quick Assist | Quick Assist suits people who can be present to approve a remote help session, particularly on Windows PCs. | 7.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Web, Windows, Mac | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 06 Spybot – Search & Destroy | Spybot's free edition suits private, non-commercial Windows users seeking anti-spyware scanning, rootkit checks, and System Immunization. | 6.9 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows | 2 Oct 2026 |
| 07 ESET Mobile Security for Android | It suits Android users seeking app and file scanning, with additional device and app protections available through Premium. | 6.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Android | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 08 Dr.Web LiveDisk | It suits Windows users who need bootable recovery media to clean an infected system or copy important files. | 6.6 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Linux | 3 Oct 2026 |
| 09 Adlice Protect | It suits Windows users seeking malware scanning, quarantine, and scheduled scans. | 6.5 | $15 a year | Free plan | Windows | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 10 Advanced Policy Firewall | APF suits administrators managing supported Linux servers who need inbound and outbound firewall controls. | 6.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Linux, Self-hosted | 8 Oct 2026 |
Compare platform support, licensing and the way you can try a tool before choosing. The page has no published ranking basis, so entries are presented as an unscored reference.
02
BitNinja
BitNinja suits hosting providers, server owners, and VPS operators looking for centralized Linux server protection.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 Record8.9 Visit
03
Comodo Internet Security
Comodo Internet Security may suit Windows users looking for antivirus, firewall, and isolation tools.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record8.0 Visit
04
ClamAV
ClamAV may suit users who need a free scanning engine and can work with its tools and deployment options.
WindowsMacLinux+2 Record7.8 Visit
05
Microsoft Quick Assist
Quick Assist suits people who can be present to approve a remote help session, particularly on Windows PCs.
WebWindowsMac Record7.0 Visit
6
Spybot – Search & Destroy
Windows Free plan Record6.9 Visit Spybot's free edition suits private, non-commercial Windows users seeking anti-spyware scanning, rootkit checks, and System Immunization.
7
ESET Mobile Security for Android
Android Free plan Record6.8 Visit It suits Android users seeking app and file scanning, with additional device and app protections available through Premium.
8
Dr.Web LiveDisk
WindowsLinux Free plan Record6.6 Visit It suits Windows users who need bootable recovery media to clean an infected system or copy important files.
9
Adlice Protect
Windows $15 a year Record6.5 Visit It suits Windows users seeking malware scanning, quarantine, and scheduled scans.
10
Advanced Policy Firewall
LinuxSelf-hosted Free plan Record6.0 Visit APF suits administrators managing supported Linux servers who need inbound and outbound firewall controls.
11
Dr.Web CureIt!
Windows Free plan Record6.0 Visit The free version may suit Windows users seeking a one-time malware scan.
12
Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool
WindowsLinux Free plan Record5.9 Visit It suits Windows users who need a free, portable scanner for an active infection or a second opinion.
14
Malwarebytes AdwCleaner
Windows Free plan Record5.5 Visit AdwCleaner suits Windows home users and technicians who need targeted cleanup for adware, PUPs, browser hijackers, or unwanted preinstalled software.
15
Panda Cloud Cleaner
Windows Free plan Record5.4 Visit Panda Cloud Cleaner suits Windows users seeking free virus and malware scanning and disinfection.
16
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
Windows Free plan Record5.4 Visit MSRT may suit Windows users seeking a tool for prevalent malware cleanup, either through Windows Update or an on-demand standalone scan.
17
Virusdie
WebAPI $15 a month Record5.4 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.
19
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.
20
herdProtect
Windows Free plan Record4.7 Visit It suits Windows users seeking an additional, on-demand scan alongside existing antivirus software.
Before you choose
Match the tool to your platform
Look for support on Windows, iOS, Linux, macOS, Android or a self-hosted system. Platform support differs across this category.
This list names ESET Mobile Security for Android and Certo AntiSpy as Android examples. Choose a tool that fits the device or server you need to check.
Check free plans and free tools
Some entries provide a free plan. ClamAV, Microsoft Quick Assist, Dr.Web LiveDisk and Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool each list one.
Freemium tools can pair a free plan with paid features. Read the maker's terms before deciding whether the free access covers your needs.
Assess available trial periods
Trial periods can help you review a paid path before committing. BitNinja shows seven days, whereas ESET Mobile Security for Android shows 30 days.
Confirm when a trial ends and what happens afterward on the maker's page.
Review code and licence terms
Some tools in this category make their source code available. If you need to read, modify or redistribute code, check the licence and the maker's stated conditions.
A free plan does not by itself mean the code is open source, so verify both points separately.
Questions
Which platforms do these tools support?
Entries cover Windows, iOS, Linux, macOS, Android and self-hosted systems. Check the individual tool for its supported platform.
Are free malware removal tools available?
Yes. ClamAV, Microsoft Quick Assist, Dr.Web LiveDisk and Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool each list a free plan. Other entries use freemium pricing.
Which tools offer a trial?
BitNinja shows a seven-day trial, while ESET Mobile Security for Android shows a 30-day trial.
Can I find open-source malware tools here?
Some entries make source code available. Review the licence for the tool you are considering.
Do free plans include paid features?
Freemium tools can reserve features for paid plans. Check the maker's pricing terms for the specific tool.
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