Avast is among the biggest cybersecurity firms in the world is home to a highly rated free antivirus program and premium options for those who want to be more secure. The security suites of Avast are generally highly evaluated in tests. However, the company’s data logging and privacy policies could cause some to hesitate.

Avast Premier has a simple interface and a wide range of options, including password management and tools for family safety. It also allows you to track all the applications installed in your computer. This is crucial because some of them may be bloatware, or slow your system. The suite can clean up and optimize your PC, improving its performance.

Its antiphishing technology is top-notch. It can identify websites that may be phishing without the necessity of an extension for your browser, which is something you won’t see in any security suites. Its smart scan is able to identify low-rated browser add-ins that aren’t in use and recommend that you remove them.

In the AV-Comparatives February 2022 Real World Protection Test, Avast scored six out of six points for security and performance, putting it in the same category as some of the market’s best products. It also defended against zero-day malware threats and only gave one false positive.

While Avast Premier performs well in many tests, it’s not as efficient as some of the best programs in stopping targeted attacks. The performance of Avast Premier can be affected by using other security programs in conjunction. It’s also costly compared to its competitors as of now, with a price of $70 per device for a coverage year.

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