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Quick Heal alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

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

Top picks

  • Kaspersky logo

    Best overall

    Kaspersky

    Paid

  • Bitdefender logo

    Best free option

    Bitdefender

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

Common reasons people leave Quick Heal: no permanent free edition, only a trial, and pricing and sales are focused on India. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Quick Heal, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Kaspersky currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Kaspersky logoKasperskyPaid—NoWindows, macOS, Android +24 of 468.8
2Bitdefender logoBitdefenderFree plan + paid$59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devicesNoWindows, macOS, Android +18 of 864.8
3Avast Antivirus logoAvast AntivirusFree plan + paid—NoWindows, macOS, Android +15 of 559.6
4Malwarebytes logoMalwarebytesFree plan + paid$59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)NoWindows, macOS, Android +16 of 659.4
  1. Kaspersky logo

    1. KasperskyTop pick

    Best for: Home users outside the US who want a full security suite with VPN and parental controls bundled

    PaidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quick Heal

    Long-running paid suite with similar tiers and its own safe-banking and parental-control features.

    Pros

    • Strong results in independent antivirus lab tests
    • Higher plans bundle VPN, password manager and parental controls
    • Covers desktop and mobile platforms under one subscription

    Cons

    • No longer sold or updated in the United States following a 2024 US government ban
    • Mobile features are limited in some countries
    • Bundled cleanup and upsell tools add clutter if you only want antivirus
    Visit Kaspersky Compare with Quick HealDetails 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 Kaspersky a good Quick Heal alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Entry plan
    Kaspersky Standard
    Checked Nov 1, 2026kaspersky.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux
    Checked Nov 1, 2026kaspersky.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    30 days
    Checked Nov 1, 2026kaspersky.com(opens source in a new tab)
    System requirements
    Windows 7 SP1 or later, macOS 14 or later
    Checked Nov 8, 2026kaspersky.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Bitdefender logo

    2. Bitdefender

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

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quick Heal

    Strong independent lab scores, a free Windows edition and multi-device plans.

    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 Compare with Quick HealDetails 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 Bitdefender a good Quick Heal 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)
  3. Avast Antivirus logo

    3. Avast Antivirus

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

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quick Heal

    Free antivirus for Windows, Mac and Android if you don't want to pay for a licence.

    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 Compare with Quick HealDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Quick Heal 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)
  4. Malwarebytes logo

    4. Malwarebytes

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

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quick Heal

    Light malware scanner with a free on-demand version that works alongside other tools.

    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 Compare with Quick HealDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 Quick Heal 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)

The best Quick Heal alternative for…

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

Kaspersky logo

Best Quick Heal alternative for most people

Kaspersky

Long-running paid suite with similar tiers and its own safe-banking and parental-control features.

Bitdefender logo

Best Quick Heal alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Bitdefender

Strong independent lab scores, a free Windows edition and multi-device plans.

Avast Antivirus logo

Best Quick Heal alternative for Mac

Avast Antivirus

Free antivirus for Windows, Mac and Android if you don't want to pay for a licence.

Malwarebytes logo

Best Quick Heal alternative for Windows

Malwarebytes

Light malware scanner with a free on-demand version that works alongside other tools.

Kaspersky logo

Best Quick Heal alternative for Linux

Kaspersky

Long-running paid suite with similar tiers and its own safe-banking and parental-control features.

Kaspersky logo

Best Quick Heal alternative for iPhone and Android

Kaspersky

Long-running paid suite with similar tiers and its own safe-banking and parental-control features.

Quick Heal alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Quick Heal?

Kaspersky ranks first right now. Long-running paid suite with similar tiers and its own safe-banking and parental-control features. Bitdefender and Avast Antivirus follow it in our ranking.

Quick Heal vs Kaspersky: what's the difference?

Both Quick Heal and Kaspersky are paid products. Only Kaspersky runs on iOS and Linux.

Is Quick Heal free?

Quick Heal is a paid product. Starting price: ₹816 a year for 1 user (AntiVirus Pro); Internet Security plan: ₹1,174 a year for 1 user; Total Security plan: ₹1,591 a year for 1 user. Checked on Quick Heal's own site, November 2026.

How much do Quick Heal alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Quick Heal 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 Quick Heal?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Quick Heal?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Quick Heal alternatives work on Linux?

Kaspersky runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Quick Heal?

The complaints we hear most: no permanent free edition, only a trial; pricing and sales are focused on India; many add-on features push the higher-priced editions.

How is this list ranked?

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