MalCare
6.9#3 in web security softwareFrom $99 a yearFree planWebSelf-hosted
VisitMalCare vs SiteLock
What both publish
| Fact | MalCare | SiteLock |
|---|---|---|
| Company history | The company’s About page says its founder-led team began in 2010 and identifies MalCare as a security product launched in 2016. | SiteLock says it was founded in 2008 and joined Sectigo in 2021. |
| Founded | 2010 | 2008 |
| Plan limits | Protect does not include malware cleanup, and webhost suspension recovery is listed only for Fortify. | Basic does not include SiteLock expert team removal; Pro and Business require separately purchased SiteLock 911 or an annual plan for emergency expert cleanup. |
| Support | The pricing page lists expert response times of 72 hours for Free, 48 hours for Protect, 24 hours for Repair, and 6 hours for Fortify. | All three listed plans provide 24/7 customer support access, with ticket response times of 30 hours for Basic, 24 hours for Pro, and 12 hours for Business. |
MalCare plans
- FreeFree
- Protect$99 a year
- Repair$299 a year
- Fortify$499 a year
SiteLock plans
- SiteLock Basic Plan$19.99 a month
- SiteLock Pro Plan$29.99 a month
- SiteLock Business Plan$44.99 a month
Pick MalCare if…
MalCare suits WordPress site owners seeking malware scanning and attack protection. Fortify is intended for stores and mission-critical sites where an hour offline costs money.
Pick SiteLock if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.