Avg versus avast comparison

[stitch62]

Hello,

I have both AVG and avast, and also Malwarebytes antimalware. My lapttop is about 3 years old and it is not slower than dirt. Is it due to the multiple programs? If I delete either AVG or avast, do I still need an antimalware program as well?

 

[davcon]

Yes just choose one Antivirus.
Two antivirus programs conflict with each other.
Malwarebytes will not interfere with either.
And is invaluable for safemode scans.

 

[aford10]

My vote is for Avast. It is a bit lighter on resources, and does very well on blocking threats.

 

[davcon]

I used Avast for 5+ years so yeah it's very good.
However i've switched to MSE and have no regrets.
Better then AVG and Avast imo.

 

[aford10]

Take a look at the malware guide in my signature. It has links for some of the best AV's.

 

[stitch62]

Thanks everyone!

 

[jimmysmitty]

AVG has really fallen down in the past few years. They don't keep up to date and pester you to buy their full version.

I like Avasts boot time scan but its only for 32bit so if you have or go 64bit its pointless.

My fave combo is MSE + Malwarebytes + SAS. Never gotten a virus. Ever.