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Products that pass a test earn Standard certification, while those that do significantly more than the minimum receive Advanced or even Advanced+ certification. The researchers at AV-Comparatives (Opens in a new window) perform a wide variety of tests I follow three of those. For an extra layer of security you can schedule a daily, weekly, or monthly scan, setting the schedule for quick, full, and custom scans separately.Īll four independent antivirus testing labs I follow include Bitdefender in their testing. In theory, real-time protection should handle any malware problems after the full scan. In any case, you’ll only run that first scan once.

A repeat scan brought that time down to 23 minutes, cutting more than 90% from the time required. Bitdefender’s system scan warns that it might take quite some time, and indeed, it set a new record, finishing in 4:44 ( hours:minutes). Whenever you install a new antivirus, you should run the deepest scan it offers, to make sure there was nothing lurking before protection arrived. Autopilot might also suggest that you explore the password manager or that you check the privacy of your online accounts. For example, during this review it suggested I enable Ransomware Remediation and take care of some configuration problems found by the vulnerability scan. The aim is to make sure you get the full benefit of this product's many, many features. Currently, Autopilot takes a more visible role. And if that’s not enough, an onboarding demo points out important points when installation is complete.įor many years, Bitdefender's Autopilot mode has quietly handled security issues without requiring user intervention. To be sure you realize how much you're getting, the installer runs a slideshow detailing the features while doing its job.

Bitdefender, by contrast, packs a huge collection of security-centric features, among them password management, enhanced security for online transactions, ransomware protection, and even a VPN. Some antivirus products, such as Cylance Smart Antivirus and F-Secure, stick strictly with the essentials, wiping out existing malware infestations and defending against new attacks. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus remains a top choice when it comes to protecting your PC's security. This product handles the basics-with flair-and then goes beyond that with a collection of additional security features that could take on many security suites and win. The Plus in the name of Bitdefender Antivirus Plus lets us know there’s more than just an antivirus here.