ESET and AVG both promise their users near-perfect protection, blocking over 99% of all malware threats. They use the latest technology to identify suspicious behaviors and infections, including anti-phishing tools which will prevent scams and malicious downloads. However, each company also offers a range of unique additional features.
AVG protects from a variety of cyber threats. They offer anti-ransomware, payment protection, and a “Webcam Shield” which keeps your video stream private. You also get a PC tune-up tool, which deletes data logs, temporary files, and duplicate files. Unlike other antiviruses, AVG doesn’t slow down your computer and its “Smart Sleep” mode only run scans when the computer isn’t in use.
ESET offers a similar function called “Idle Scan” mode which completes data-heavy tasks in sleep or screensaver mode. You can pause pop-up notifications using the “Gamer” mode so they won’t interrupt your gameplay. ESET also includes some extra features like email filtering which ensures all files are scanned thoroughly before they reach your computer. They have the cheaper price range for those on a budget, although AVG does have a free option and ESET does not.
