ClamAV vs Microsoft Defender Antivirus
| ClamAV | Microsoft Defender Antivirus | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Protection scope | antivirus | antivirus |
| Supported platforms | GNU/Linux, FreeBSD, macOS, Windows | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Ransomware protection | — | Yes |
| Parental controls | — | No |
| Password manager | — | No |
Both are listed in Best Antivirus Software. On Everything Xiaomi, Microsoft Defender Antivirus scores higher on our published basis.