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MalwareFox alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded MalwareFox alternative is Emsisoft Anti-Malware (2.4 GPA). The best free one is IObit Malware Fighter (2.4 GPA).

MalwareFox compared with 4 alternatives: Malwarebytes, Emsisoft Anti-Malware, TotalAV and IObit Malware Fighter.

MalwareFox has a free plan. Paid plans start at $2 per month for 1 Windows device, billed annually ($24 a year). 2 of the 4 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

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
MalwareFoxThis toolFree plan · from $2/moYesWindows, Android
MalwarebytesFree plan · from $59.99/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Emsisoft Anti-MalwareFree trial · from $39.95/yrTrial onlymacOS, Windows
TotalAVFrom $99/yrNomacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
IObit Malware FighterFree plan · from $19.95/yrYesWindows

Price against what you get

MalwareFox starts at $2 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

TotalAV scores higher without starting lower. IObit Malware Fighter starts lower without scoring higher.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessMalwareFoxMalwarebytesEmsisoft Anti-MalwareTotalAVIObit Malware Fighter

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How each one differs from MalwareFox

  1. 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 also lists macOS and iOS apps and a browser extension.
    • Malwarebytes also covers vPN and ad and tracker blocking.
    • Malwarebytes does not cover disk cleanup, which MalwareFox does.

    Suits: Cleaning up a computer that is already infected, for free

    Malwarebytes vs MalwareFoxMalwarebytes pricing and details

  2. 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 has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike MalwareFox.
    • Emsisoft Anti-Malware also lists a macOS app.
    • Emsisoft Anti-Malware lists no Android app, which MalwareFox has.
    • Emsisoft Anti-Malware also covers dashboards.

    Suits: Home users who want a malware scanner without a bundled VPN or password manager

    Emsisoft Anti-Malware vs MalwareFoxEmsisoft Anti-Malware pricing and details

  3. TotalAV

    Antivirus with tune-up tools, plus VPN and ad blocking on higher plans

    • TotalAV starts at $99 per year for up to 4 devices (Plus).
    • TotalAV has no free plan, unlike MalwareFox.
    • TotalAV also lists macOS and iOS apps and a browser extension.
    • TotalAV also covers password manager, vPN and ad and tracker blocking.

    Suits: Households that want antivirus, VPN and ad blocker in one bill

    TotalAV vs MalwareFoxTotalAV pricing and details

  4. IObit Malware Fighter

    Windows anti-malware with a free edition and a paid Pro edition

    • IObit Malware Fighter starts at $19.95 per year for 1 PC (sale price shown, $39.95 crossed out; renewal price not stated).
    • IObit Malware Fighter lists no Android app, which MalwareFox has.
    • IObit Malware Fighter also covers ad and tracker blocking.
    • IObit Malware Fighter does not cover disk cleanup, which MalwareFox does.

    Suits: Windows users who want a free second-opinion malware scanner

    IObit Malware Fighter vs MalwareFoxIObit Malware Fighter pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in MalwareFox

  • No macOS or iOS app is listed; the Single Device plan is Windows only.
  • The page says prices for new customers go up on December 1 and shows a countdown.
  • The Android app is a separate purchase at $1.25 per month, per the pricing page.
  • The free version's exact scope is not spelled out on the pages read.
MalwareFox pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to MalwareFox?

The alternatives to MalwareFox in this directory are Malwarebytes, Emsisoft Anti-Malware, TotalAV and IObit Malware Fighter. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MalwareFox.

Is there a free alternative to MalwareFox?

Yes. Malwarebytes and IObit Malware Fighter have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which MalwareFox alternatives work on macOS?

The MalwareFox listing does not include a macOS app. Malwarebytes, Emsisoft Anti-Malware and TotalAV list one.

Which MalwareFox alternatives work on iOS?

The MalwareFox listing does not include an iOS app. Malwarebytes and TotalAV list 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.