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Intego alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll antivirus and anti-malware software

Top picks

  • Bitdefender logo

    Best overall

    Bitdefender

    Total Security plan: $59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devices

  • Malwarebytes logo

    Best free option

    Malwarebytes

    Starting price: $59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)

Common reasons people leave Intego: no free tier, and windows version is a separate, less featured product. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Intego, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Bitdefender currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitdefender logoBitdefenderFree plan + paid$59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devicesNoWindows, macOS, Android +18 of 868.8
2Malwarebytes logoMalwarebytesFree plan + paid$59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)NoWindows, macOS, Android +16 of 664.8
3ClamXAV logoClamXAVPaid—NomacOS5 of 561.8
4KnockKnock logoKnockKnockOpen source—NomacOS4 of 457.5
5Norton AntiVirus Plus logoNorton AntiVirus PlusPaid—NoWindows, macOS3 of 357.2
6Avast Antivirus logoAvast AntivirusFree plan + paid—NoWindows, macOS, Android +15 of 553.6
  1. Bitdefender logo

    1. BitdefenderTop pick

    Best for: Windows users who want a quiet, high-scoring free antivirus with an upgrade path

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Intego

    Strong detection on Mac and Windows with a lighter footprint and a free option.

    Pros

    • Free Windows edition with no time limit and few alerts
    • Basic VPN included even in the free version
    • Total Security covers up to 10 devices across four platforms

    Cons

    • Free edition is Windows only
    • Free VPN is capped at 200 MB a day
    • Paid plans renew at a higher price than the first year
    Visit Bitdefender Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Bitdefender a good Intego alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Free version
    Yes, Windows only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    No time limit
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free VPN allowance
    200 MB per day
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms (Total Security)
    Windows, macOS, Android, iOS; up to 10 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Total Security plan
    $59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium Security plan
    $79.99 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Antivirus Plus Multiplatform plan
    $29.99 a year, 3 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, Windows only, no time limit
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Malwarebytes logo

    2. Malwarebytes

    Best for: People who want a familiar anti-malware scanner across several platforms

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Intego

    Free on-demand scanning on Mac, with a paid real-time tier if you need it.

    Pros

    • Free scanner is handy for cleaning up an already infected machine
    • One subscription covers Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices
    • Paid plans include a scam and ad blocking browser extension

    Cons

    • Real-time protection requires a paid subscription
    • Higher tiers bundle a VPN and identity services some people won't need
    • Feature set differs between operating systems
    Visit Malwarebytes Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Malwarebytes a good Intego alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free version
    Cleanup scanner
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    60 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Android, iOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus plan
    $79.99 a year, adds VPN
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Standard Family plan
    $119.99 a year, 10 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. ClamXAV logo

    3. ClamXAV

    Best for: Mac-only homes and businesses wanting a light, long-running antivirus subscription

    PaidmacOS

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Intego

    Simple Mac-only scanner for people who don't need firewall or VPN bundles.

    Pros

    • Made only for macOS, with background and scheduled scanning
    • Business plans add command-line control and central management
    • Long-running product with a 30-day free trial

    Cons

    • No free tier once the trial ends
    • Mac only, with no Windows or mobile apps
    • No bundled VPN or browser protection extension
    Visit ClamXAV Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is ClamXAV a good Intego alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026clamxav.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Home plan
    Up to 3 Macs
    Checked Nov 8, 2026clamxav.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business features
    Command-line control
    Checked Nov 8, 2026clamxav.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Student discount
    30% off
    Checked Nov 8, 2026clamxav.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Canimaan Software Ltd
    Checked Nov 8, 2026clamxav.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. KnockKnock logo

    4. KnockKnock

    Best for: Mac users and responders checking a machine for anything that persists across restarts

    Open sourcemacOS

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Intego

    Free tool from Objective-See that shows what persists on your Mac, for hands-on users.

    Pros

    • No installation; run it from anywhere and delete it when done
    • Clear signed, third-party and unsigned markers make odd items easy to spot
    • Optional VirusTotal checks with a free personal API key

    Cons

    • On-demand only, with no real-time protection
    • Lists legitimate apps alongside threats, so results need interpretation
    • Runs only on macOS
    Visit KnockKnock Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is KnockKnock a good Intego alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS 10.15+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026objective-see.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Installation
    None needed
    Checked Nov 8, 2026objective-see.org(opens source in a new tab)
    VirusTotal
    Optional, with API key
    Checked Nov 8, 2026objective-see.org(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Norton AntiVirus Plus logo

    5. Norton AntiVirus Plus

    Best for: Home users who want a well-known paid antivirus for one computer with support to call on

    PaidWindows, macOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Intego

    Cross-platform suite with identity protection for households mixing Mac and PC.

    Pros

    • Long-established brand with consistent results in independent lab tests
    • Includes a firewall and password manager, not just a virus scanner
    • Easy upgrade path to Norton 360 bundles with VPN and identity protection

    Cons

    • No free tier, unlike Avast, AVG or the built-in Microsoft Defender
    • Renewal prices are well above the discounted first-year price
    • Frequent in-app prompts to upgrade to bigger Norton 360 plans
    Visit Norton AntiVirus Plus Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Norton AntiVirus Plus a good Intego alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Owner
    Gen Digital
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.norton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Current edition
    Norton AntiVirus Plus
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.norton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    Norton Mobile Security for Android and iOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.norton.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Avast Antivirus logo

    6. Avast Antivirus

    Best for: Home users who want a free real-time antivirus for Windows or Mac

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Intego

    Free real-time antivirus for Mac, enough for many home users.

    Pros

    • Free edition includes real-time protection, not just scans
    • Covers Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone
    • Smart Scan checks malware, add-ons and settings together

    Cons

    • Free version shows frequent upgrade offers
    • Firewall and ransomware shields need a paid plan
    • Setup can offer extra Avast apps you may not want
    Visit Avast Antivirus Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Avast Antivirus a good Intego alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free version
    Avast Free Antivirus for Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Windows support
    Windows 7 SP1 to Windows 11
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mac version
    Avast Security for Mac
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Smart Scan
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Gen Digital
    Checked Nov 8, 2026press.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Intego alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Bitdefender logo

Best Intego alternative for most people

Bitdefender

Strong detection on Mac and Windows with a lighter footprint and a free option.

KnockKnock logo

Best Intego alternative for a free option

KnockKnock

Free tool from Objective-See that shows what persists on your Mac, for hands-on users.

Malwarebytes logo

Best Intego alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Malwarebytes

Free on-demand scanning on Mac, with a paid real-time tier if you need it.

ClamXAV logo

Best Intego alternative for Mac

ClamXAV

Simple Mac-only scanner for people who don't need firewall or VPN bundles.

Norton AntiVirus Plus logo

Best Intego alternative for Windows

Norton AntiVirus Plus

Cross-platform suite with identity protection for households mixing Mac and PC.

Avast Antivirus logo

Best Intego alternative for iPhone and Android

Avast Antivirus

Free real-time antivirus for Mac, enough for many home users.

Intego alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Intego?

Bitdefender ranks first right now. Strong detection on Mac and Windows with a lighter footprint and a free option. Malwarebytes and ClamXAV follow it in our ranking.

Intego vs Bitdefender: what's the difference?

Intego is a paid product; Bitdefender is free with paid plans. Only Bitdefender runs on Android.

Is Intego free?

Intego is a paid product.

How much do Intego alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Intego alternatives: Bitdefender, $59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devices; Malwarebytes, $59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices). Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Intego?

Yes. Bitdefender (free plan + paid), Malwarebytes (free plan + paid), KnockKnock (open source) and Avast Antivirus (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Intego?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Intego?

The complaints we hear most: no free tier; windows version is a separate, less featured product; cleaner and VPN add cost for people who only want antivirus.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Intego, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.