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Malwarebytes Premium
Malwarebytes' paid real-time protection suite for Windows, Mac and mobile, marketed as its Standard plan today.
- Premium (Standard plan)
- Retail
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7.4
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The short version
Malwarebytes Premium, sold on the maker's current plan page as the Standard tier of Premium Security, adds real-time protection against ransomware, phishing and exploits to the free scanner, along with Browser Guard scam blocking and Trusted Advisor security checks. It covers Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. TechRadar praised its simplicity and anti-exploit module but found detection below average and suggests pairing it with another antivirus for fuller protection, so it works best as a companion layer.
Pros
- Real-time protection against ransomware, phishing and exploits
- Covers Windows, Mac, Android and iOS
- Includes Browser Guard ad and scam blocking
- Simple to use, with a strong anti-exploit module, per TechRadar
Cons
- Below-average malware detection, per TechRadar
- Best used alongside another antivirus for full protection, per TechRadar
- Plan naming differs between Malwarebytes' site and retail listings
Best for
- A lightweight companion to Windows Defender
- Users wanting simple scam and browser protection
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Full specifications
Core
- Edition
- Premium (Standard plan)
- License
- Retail
Compatibility notes
- Runs on Windows, Mac, Android and iOS; plan names on Malwarebytes' site differ from retail Premium listings.
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What reviewers and owners say
TechRadar
MixedTechRadar found Malwarebytes simple to use with a strong anti-exploit module and fast VPN, but scored its detection below average and advises pairing it with another antivirus.
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Common questions
Is Malwarebytes Premium a full antivirus replacement?
TechRadar found its detection below average and suggests pairing it with another antivirus such as Microsoft Defender for fuller protection.
What is the difference between Malwarebytes Premium and the free version?
The free version focuses on scanning and removal, while Premium adds real-time protection against ransomware, phishing and exploits, per Malwarebytes and TechRadar.
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