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GridinSoft Anti-Malware alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded GridinSoft Anti-Malware alternative is Emsisoft Anti-Malware (2.4 GPA). The best free one is Malwarebytes (2.2 GPA).
GridinSoft Anti-Malware compared with 5 alternatives: Malwarebytes, Emsisoft Anti-Malware, SUPERAntiSpyware, Spybot Search & Destroy and Zemana AntiMalware.
GridinSoft Anti-Malware is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $39.95 per 12 months for 2 home PCs (shown as $3.33 a month; renewal price not stated). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| GridinSoft Anti-MalwareThis tool | Free trial · from $39.95/yr | Trial only | Windows |
| Malwarebytes | Free plan · from $59.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Emsisoft Anti-Malware | Free trial · from $39.95/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| SUPERAntiSpyware | Free plan · from $19.99/yr | Yes | Windows |
| Spybot Search & Destroy | Free plan | Yes | Windows |
| Zemana AntiMalware | Paid | No | Windows |
Price against what you get
GridinSoft Anti-Malware starts at $3.33 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Malwarebytes and Emsisoft Anti-Malware score higher without starting lower. SUPERAntiSpyware starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from GridinSoft Anti-Malware
Malwarebytes
Malware scanner and real-time protection, with VPN and ID plans
- Malwarebytes starts at $59.99 per year for up to 3 devices (Standard).
- Malwarebytes has a free plan, which GridinSoft Anti-Malware lacks.
- Malwarebytes also lists macOS, Android and iOS apps and a browser extension.
- Malwarebytes also covers vPN and ad and tracker blocking.
- Malwarebytes does not cover system monitor, which GridinSoft Anti-Malware does.
Suits: Cleaning up a computer that is already infected, for free
Emsisoft Anti-Malware
Dual-engine malware scanner for home PCs, with a web console
- Emsisoft Anti-Malware starts at $39.95 per year for 1 PC.
- Emsisoft Anti-Malware also lists a macOS app.
- Emsisoft Anti-Malware also covers dashboards.
- Emsisoft Anti-Malware does not cover system monitor, which GridinSoft Anti-Malware does.
Suits: Home users who want a malware scanner without a bundled VPN or password manager
SUPERAntiSpyware
Windows anti-spyware scanner, free or Professional X
- SUPERAntiSpyware starts at $19.99 per year for 3 PCs (sale price shown, $74.95 crossed out; renewal price not stated).
- SUPERAntiSpyware has a free plan, which GridinSoft Anti-Malware lacks.
- SUPERAntiSpyware also covers ad and tracker blocking.
- SUPERAntiSpyware does not cover system monitor, which GridinSoft Anti-Malware does.
Suits: Windows users who want a second scanner that runs beside an existing antivirus
Spybot Search & Destroy
Anti-spyware for Windows with paid antivirus editions
- Spybot Search & Destroy starts at EUR 18.99 per 12 months, incl. tax (Home edition).
- Spybot Search & Destroy has a free plan, which GridinSoft Anti-Malware lacks.
Suits: Windows users who want a free anti-spyware scanner next to another antivirus
Zemana AntiMalware
Windows malware scanner and removal tool
Suits: Windows users who want a malware removal scanner with a simple interface
Limits worth knowing in GridinSoft Anti-Malware
- Windows only: the page lists Windows 11, 10, 8.1 and 7.
- The vendor positions the product as working alongside Microsoft Defender.
- Prices are shown as a monthly figure with a 12-month total, and the pricing cards load by script; no renewal price is stated, only a 15% renewal discount link.
- The Standard license counts 1 business PC or 2 home PCs.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to GridinSoft Anti-Malware?
The alternatives to GridinSoft Anti-Malware in this directory are Malwarebytes, Emsisoft Anti-Malware, SUPERAntiSpyware, Spybot Search & Destroy and Zemana AntiMalware. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with GridinSoft Anti-Malware.
Is there a free alternative to GridinSoft Anti-Malware?
Yes. Malwarebytes, SUPERAntiSpyware and Spybot Search & Destroy have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which GridinSoft Anti-Malware alternatives work on macOS?
The GridinSoft Anti-Malware listing does not include a macOS app. Malwarebytes and Emsisoft Anti-Malware list one.
Which GridinSoft Anti-Malware alternatives work on Android?
The GridinSoft Anti-Malware listing does not include an Android app. Malwarebytes lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.