Mac computers are not immune to digital filth. While Windows PCs are usually the target of media attention to attract the most malicious malware, Macs are not immune to the threat either. This is why we’ve reviewed and tested the most effective antivirus protection for mac available to keep your Apple computer safe.

Our top choices have nearly perfect malware detection rates and are packed with essential security features, such as protection against ransomware, phishing defenses, camera plus microphone guards and more. They also have a light pressure on system resources, and deliver great performance. Some, like McAfee or Trend Micro, were rated the best by independent lab tests.

Apple’s Gatekeeper security tool is very efficient in removing most malware. However, it could be manipulated with clever attacks that exploit weaknesses in third-party software that is installed on top of Mac OS. Stand-alone virus scanners can be helpful.

Comodo is an antivirus program for free that has simple interface. It can scan any file that your system has accessed. Quick scans are completed in less than a minute, whereas running a complete scan of the system could take up to two hours. You can schedule the scans to run on convenient time slots, so that your Mac does not become clogged up.

Malwarebytes has been removing the entire range of Windows threats since 2006, and it’s no surprise that its Mac version is equally effective against them as well. Its installation is the size of three digital music files It’s a simple addition to your system. It doesn’t have real-time protection and it won’t be able to stop attacks in the event of them however, a full system scan can be completed in some hours and its minimalist design ensures that it won’t conflict with other programs.

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