The avast ultimate is an antivirus software program that provides all-encompassing protection for smartphones, computers, and tablets against malware including ransomware, spyware viruses, and much more. The suite comes with powerful security features, such as advanced anti-tracking, an VPN for optimum online privacy and top tuneup as well as cleaning tools. Its sophisticated malware engine has the highest detection rate during my tests and it even identified certain phishing attacks that have managed to sneak through the default protections.

This is the best overall package that Avast offers that combines their top security and performance features into one comprehensive suite. Its sophisticated antivirus cybersecurity shields against all kinds of malware, including ransomware. It also includes a VPN for maximum privacy online along with top tuneup and cleanup tools, as well as a password manager. The Wi-Fi Inspector tool can check your office or home network for weaknesses. The AntiTrack feature will prevent online trackers from collecting and sharing personal information.

All of these features are available on both Windows and Android devices. Multi-device licensing lets you activate the program on up to 10 different platforms at once. Avast offers a single device option along with the more specialized Avast Cleaning Premium feature.

The security suite from Avast is easy to use and its interface is intuitive. Multi-device licensing makes it a great option for families. Its free version is also more than adequate to safeguard against malware. Its customer support corporate security adviser is solid too, even though it requires only a few steps to get to human help.