@@den2k286 @Britec09 unfortunately Bitdefender free is ridden with false positives as of now and it made my pc slower as well Maybe it's new so it has these shortcomings but hope they can sort it out
I always drop a like on your videos Brian and do appreciate all the content you bring 👍 I do however try to stay away from free software its not that I am rich far from it I just think there has to be a reason why it is free.Even if they undercut the market and sold their contributions at a steal or much reduced cost I would feel much happier paying something towards it.
I use Avast with a free firewall built into it. Avast hasn't been perfect though and it flagged my game Guardians of the Galaxy as malware along with some other false flags. I am probably going to switch to Bitdefender free version. My other question is what firewall would you recommend we pair with Bitdefender free version?
I have the Total security it is a 3 year abonnement, to renew in 678 days. My abonnement can be used on10 units. Right now, it runs on 2 laptops, 1 tablet and my mobile phone. A GREAT PRODUCT!
I was disappointed when they stopped the old free version (ran it for years as it was quiet and light). Thanks for letting us all know about this version replacing it. I wonder why they didn't email old users about it? 👍
If it was free and they stopped being free and you missed it, this means you should be paying for it! They should be making money and deserve to be paid somehow. Who wants to work for nothing? Not even you!
I had it for a while in the past, but, when I'd weigh it up against Windows Security, I didn't feel it had that much more to offer so I went back to Windows Security. It does its thing and doesn't lock anything behind a paywall.
@@snowflakemelter7171 When I had Malwarebytes I'm sure there were certain things it'd only clean if you had the paid version. I bought a lifetime license, but, after one update, the code that renewed that wouldn't work. They switched to a subscription model and wouldn't honour any previous license, it was then that I ditched them. Why should I pay for protection I technically already had!?
Brian, all A/V programs will affect PC system performance. And, BD is absolutely no exception. Tom's Guide states in the "Against" column in their recent, comprehensive review "Heavy background system load", which was just published 24 days ago. And, as also mentioned here in other posts, it does generate a lot of false/positives. It is also not easy to completely uninstall, if you find that you do not like it. IMHO, I would just stick with Windows Defender. Always enjoy your videos, mate!
Would concur, given my experience with AVG 2007 suite. I know this is a very old experience, but since that I had been ironically avoiding antivirus programs like a plague, until the release of Microsoft Security Essentials and then stuck with WinDefender later on as MSE retired.
@@xalzor740 Every past experience becomes meaningless when it comes to tech, I bet lol Antiviruses even today are majorly bloatware, save for corporate suites.
@@diablow1411 In 2022, You got to search and download AVG uninstaller to even completely uninstall it from your computer. But, you won't find this out until you want to uninstall it; and you're taking a wild guess if they even have one because they won't tell you. It's best to get windows Pro and use its Shadow Defender because todays Anti-Viruses are hijacking your computer and taking over everything. Bitdefender paid version won't even give you your firewall.
I've been running Shadow Defender (it sandboxes your PC) for years. Never actually had a virus in that time, but if I did, all I would have to do is delete the sandbox or shut down the PC. It also keeps my PC clean (no cookies or scripts)
I can go to this when my subscription is passed. A lot of anti virus software isn’t used by most. So much isn’t used and the unaware just fall in. We have to do our part first. Way to go Brian. Stay safe my mates!😊👍🏻😁
@@Britec09 unfortunately Bitdefender free is ridden with false positives as of now and it made my pc slower as well Maybe it's new so it has these shortcomings but hope they can sort it out
You can easily have 90 days or 180 days trial of Bitdefender for a lifetime. Just find some other youtube videos to see how. You have a fully functional Bitdefender, with all options.
I just subbed! Your videos are so helpful and easy to follow, thanks! Would you kindly mind share your tutorial video were to remove some not important features and customize Windows 11 as you've got so many, I forgot which one was it? :) Thanks again. 👍
I've been using free antiviruses for ages , till 2011 when I got a corporate full edition of ********** in my hands that kept me safe for years, untill windows 10 denied to run it. So I tried 2 brands and ended up with Bitdefender for 3rd year now, total security, paid for 5 machines. No more free versions for me ever again
Have used Bitdefender and Kaspersky for years with no problems, the only thing I worry about is they both insert their own website certificates, use malwarebytes also.
My problem with this is the fact that they betrayed and scammed their free users by saying "We're discontinuing the free version, but here's a discount". That is so unbelievably scummy. If they had plans to return the free version, they should have just said so instead of this bait & switch-like scam of "here's a discount if you want to stick with us... we just won't tell you the free version will be coming back". I stopped using them when they originally got rid of the free version. I switched to Windows Defender and haven't looked back; sure, it's not QUITE as feature heavy as Kaspersky and Bitdefender but at least I have fewer privacy concerns with it and it doesn't really take up much of your system resources.
Would be keen to know how much memory is consumed , impact on CPU run time in diffent modes (Avast for example hogs an ENORMOUS amount of memory and often drowns the CPu(s) in mysterious backgound processes at a high priority level, especially at boot time). Strange how many of these AF programs have similar looking GUIs. Would also like to know user base size, Avast boasts over 400 Million users most of these reporting back on new viruses which MUST be a plus point.
Thanks Brain. I have about 10 days left on my Norton 360 and I’m getting ready to switch to this free bit-defender. I was paying for things I did not or couldn’t use with Norton. Their vpn did not work on my local library’s public Wi-Fi. They blocked it and I never used the black web monitoring feature because I already have one. Silly me, I wasted money for a whole year and they’re always trying to get you to buy more things.
I use the total security for the past 3 yrs. Great support. If you combine this with some browser extensions like Malwarebytes and bitdefender trafficlight
Thank You. Agree that Bitdefender Free WAS a good choice. Used the one they offered before, unfortunately Bitdefender offered a payed version at a reasonable price (when they ended unlimited free version) BUT, sorry to say, Bitdefender couldn't simply accept payment by bank transfer (!) and as other noticed they just ended the free version all of a sudden, WITHOUT informing of the (New) free 3 month trial! The conclusion must be: They made a too good working Free-Version BUT now they want us to pay for their Antivirus instead. Sorry to say their customer care and payment system is beyond all criticism, and seems one may not be safe about their service to continue if by chance they decide to change the conditions. Good Antivirus - Your choice at Your risk.
I concur. It doesn't cost an arm & a leg and it's quite light and responsive, especially when compared to AVG (which I call "average" because that's what it really is.). I use defender now but back then when I ran XP, I relied on Eset.
I have used Eset for several years on my XP laptop and a desktop plus Win7 on a second laptop. Loved it. Worked great. Alas, Eset no longer works for XP which is disappointing since I prefer the XP platform. Does Bitdefender work on XP and Win 7 platforms?
Thanks Britec for the information. Question. What's the difference between this one and Malwarebytes? And can they both be used on the same system. Thanks
You can use Bitdefender with Malwarebytes without an issue, having said that you need to install Bitdefender 1st then Malwarebytes, other wise you can get an error of some sort.... I had too google it too find out why it didn't work, but they work well together now, hope this somewhat helps... Been using full versions of them together for years...
@@MenessHaTT You were right. When I tried to install bitdefender, with Malwarebytes installed on my PC it was telling me to uninstall Malwarebytes first. Thanks. I appreciate the information. ✌️😎
It's worth disabling auto-scan of flash drives. Bitdefender sees it as a new device every time a USB stick is plugged in, even if the drive and files were scanned before. Scans are heavy for a USB containing a lot of files. Bitdefender only protects Google Chrome, Firefox and Edge Chromium. For Brave or other browsers, you'd need to add Bitdefender TrafficLight, Malwarebytes Browser Guard or similar protective extension.
@@gags730 It looks like Bitdefender disabled scan only new and changed files in the free version so every drive is a fresh scan. The original free version was set and forget. This is much more a sales tool.
I have used BD before (paid version). Really good product but how do you deal with turning off Windows Defender without getting annoying reminders and red flags?
The guided tour was nice, but I was hoping you would tell us WHY you think BitDefender is the best free antivirus. But you never did, so I’m still not sure why I should switch.
Thanks, Brian because my Windows 11 machine is on unsupported hardware and I don't think my current software (Eset Smart Security) is available for Windows 11 unless you pay some ridiculous amount of money for it. Now I have used Bitdefender in the past and liked what it used to be able to do but it got so expensive hence my change to Kaspersky then Eset so this is a Godsend for me seeing I don't know when Microsoft will drop their security updates and this should cover me hopefully for a while longer so your video comes at a very opportune time. Now as for the firewall is the Windows one enough? Thanks again mate a great tutorial from you as always!!😄
@Britec09 unfortunately Bitdefender free is ridden with false positives as of now and it made my pc slower as well Maybe it's new so it has these shortcomings but hope they can sort it out
It looks a lot like Avast and I wonder if it's made by the same people, and how does it stack up (Free version) to Bitdefender? Also, does Bitdefender still crash systems into inoperability? A few years ago I had it and it destroyed Windows 10 because it thought it was a virus.
I tried 3 times to install it on Win 10, but each time it was done the user interface would not come up. There was no way to log in. It showed in task manger, using a lot of disc resources for a long time. Back to Avira, I guess.
Nice one again Brian. I would like to see how this stacks up to Windows 10 defender and how bloated and what the impact is on performance as this looks kinda bloaty to me. Cheers!
Actually Windows Defender is a top ranking antivirus nowadays. He's spouting old days rhetoric, but with Win 10 and 11 that's over. You're right in that Bit Defender is bloatly. I had the total security package on my previous PC, but a year ago I bought a new state of the art gaming pc and decided not to install it anymore because it could be quite an annoyance now and again and hard to find what was going on. Up to now I haven't looked back. Advantage is that Defender comes with the firewall, so you'd have to keep using it if you go for the free package. And Defender uses the built in protection in Windows which is also much better than previous, especially in Win 11. In short: the only reason to switch to Bit Defender IS the bloatware, otherwise I wouldn't bother with stressing your pc with something that's already on there and doesn't add anything.
@@georgetek As I said, it's old day rhetoric, because people will like to see it that way. It has however been confirmed that Windows Defender is as good or even actually better than paid for options. Don't forget, those paid for options have a commercial interest in it. They will say anything to keep on selling. And Bitdefender just boated itself to try to stay on top.
I went to a physical tech store and bought the cheapest anti virus available in a card. Macafee livesafe cost me 19.99 (20 €uros) for 18 months so a year and half (1 euro 11 cents per month not expensive right). Once the year and half ends I will conctact support to ask if I can just buy a new cheap card in a physical store. But I kinda wish I saw this video before
I have bitdefender but a 6 month paid version. So far its doing a good job protecting me. Maybe after 6 months ill revert back to the free version, cheers brian
Brian would you recommend turn off some features of windows defender to go along with the free version of Bitdefender or turn off every feature of windows defender and go only with the free version of Bitdefender? If it is the first choice what features would you keep on? Note: I want the best way to have the best security possible but i also want to leave some performance for games
But does it actually work? I'd like to know of anyone (unbiased) that has had an issue arise from malware, ransomware, or similar that has Bitdefender installed and has had the software catch the problem. What anyone product says what it does is can only be taken with a grain of salt, unless there is 100% undeniable, certifiable statements made from actual users of the product.
I'm going to be honest, the usual critical notifications I get from this AV is when the certificates from a webpage aren't trustable, when BD blocks malicious URLs conections or when I enter a phishing site, so I've never had a malware issue cuz BD blocks it beforehand, I've been using it for 6 years now
Ah Brian! "Jim bob" That brings back some very fond memory's of the *Waltons!* saying goodnight at the end of the episode(s) now I wanna go watch it 😁👍🏻 I used to swear by Bitdefender in the early years of the internet going public. But.. I've had a better time with Kaspersky & their VPN both serve me well for years!
Asks to remove malware bytes which I am not going to and also my virus software again not worth the trouble feel my normal stuff has protected me thus far
many thanks.. i've been relying on Defender & thinking of Avira as i had in past.. Is Bitdefender better than Avira as i know they both low on cpu usage
Question by 2025 when windows 10 support ends would it be safer to use a full suit antivirus? What are the risks of using windows 10 after expiry if you using a full antivirus package if any? Fantastic channel your voice is calming content is brilliantly put together keep up the good work.
Windows defender has gotten a lot better over the years but it's still way behind bit defender and Kaspersky antivirus programs in my opinion. Have a great day! Thanks for watching
Bitdefender is one of the most intrusive applications I've ever tried to use. It's as annoyingly nagging as Corel products, even with a minimal version installed. I had to uninstall; wasted $20.
This is an awesome antivirus from Bitdefender. Drop us a LIKE 👍
Thanks for the Vid and recommendation. I understand you say performance impact is low. A test would be much appreciated.
@@den2k286 @Britec09 unfortunately Bitdefender free is ridden with false positives as of now and it made my pc slower as well
Maybe it's new so it has these shortcomings but hope they can sort it out
I always drop a like on your videos Brian and do appreciate all the content you bring 👍 I do however try to stay away from free software its not that I am rich far from it I just think there has to be a reason why it is free.Even if they undercut the market and sold their contributions at a steal or much reduced cost I would feel much happier paying something towards it.
I use Avast with a free firewall built into it. Avast hasn't been perfect though and it flagged my game Guardians of the Galaxy as malware along with some other false flags. I am probably going to switch to Bitdefender free version. My other question is what firewall would you recommend we pair with Bitdefender free version?
I have the Total security it is a 3 year abonnement, to renew in 678 days.
My abonnement can be used on10 units.
Right now, it runs on 2 laptops, 1 tablet and my mobile phone.
A GREAT PRODUCT!
Been using bitdefender for more than 3 years, best free antivirus for me. also running malwarebytes once a month just for scanning.
I've been a user of Bitdefender for quite some time now and would definitely recommend giving it a try.
I was disappointed when they stopped the old free version (ran it for years as it was quiet and light). Thanks for letting us all know about this version replacing it. I wonder why they didn't email old users about it? 👍
If it was free and they stopped being free and you missed it, this means you should be paying for it! They should be making money and deserve to be paid somehow. Who wants to work for nothing? Not even you!
You're welcome
They emailed me about it.
@@gooddealonly why offer a free version in the first place then if everyone "shouod be paying for it" ?
Nowadays, there is no free, right?
I had it for a while in the past, but, when I'd weigh it up against Windows Security, I didn't feel it had that much more to offer so I went back to Windows Security. It does its thing and doesn't lock anything behind a paywall.
agreed.......
Windows security along with free Malwarebytes is all most people need.
@@snowflakemelter7171 When I had Malwarebytes I'm sure there were certain things it'd only clean if you had the paid version. I bought a lifetime license, but, after one update, the code that renewed that wouldn't work. They switched to a subscription model and wouldn't honour any previous license, it was then that I ditched them. Why should I pay for protection I technically already had!?
So, Brian! What are your thoughts behind *Kaspersky Cloud Security* (Free Version)? when comparing both of them?
IMO it bests BD hands down!
Kaspersky is reputed to be a national security threat by the USA government.
Surely kaspersky. Kaspersky is more lighter and also provide a bit better protection
Bit defender has always been my favourite, doesn't use system resources unlike the other free ones and I do think it has the best defense.
Yea I do like it, but it's consumes ram more than 500mb+ it's hard on 4gb ram old pc
I would like to see protection test review Windows Defender vs. BitDefender free so we can see who is better !
Do you still recommend ZoneAlarm as a Firewall?
Brian, all A/V programs will affect PC system performance. And, BD is absolutely no exception. Tom's Guide states in the "Against" column in their recent, comprehensive review "Heavy background system load", which was just published 24 days ago. And, as also mentioned here in other posts, it does generate a lot of false/positives. It is also not easy to completely uninstall, if you find that you do not like it. IMHO, I would just stick with Windows Defender. Always enjoy your videos, mate!
Would concur, given my experience with AVG 2007 suite. I know this is a very old experience, but since that I had been ironically avoiding antivirus programs like a plague, until the release of Microsoft Security Essentials and then stuck with WinDefender later on as MSE retired.
@@diablow1411 2007 experience is literally meaningless...
Back then PCs were trash and slow and antiviruses werent that good
@@xalzor740 Every past experience becomes meaningless when it comes to tech, I bet lol
Antiviruses even today are majorly bloatware, save for corporate suites.
@@diablow1411 In 2022, You got to search and download AVG uninstaller to even completely uninstall it from your computer. But, you won't find this out until you want to uninstall it; and you're taking a wild guess if they even have one because they won't tell you. It's best to get windows Pro and use its Shadow Defender because todays Anti-Viruses are hijacking your computer and taking over everything. Bitdefender paid version won't even give you your firewall.
let's say you're still using windows 8.1, would then be a better option until one can upgrade to a new machine?
I've been running Shadow Defender (it sandboxes your PC) for years. Never actually had a virus in that time, but if I did, all I would have to do is delete the sandbox or shut down the PC.
It also keeps my PC clean (no cookies or scripts)
This is only for pro version though right?
I can go to this when my subscription is passed. A lot of anti virus software isn’t used by most. So much isn’t used and the unaware just fall in. We have to do our part first. Way to go Brian. Stay safe my mates!😊👍🏻😁
Yes, I would like to see you test Bitdefender, thanks Brian.👍
How does it compare with Kaspersky Free if you put the 'war' aside?
Kaspersky is still very good. Both are pretty similar.
I will give an edge to Kaspersky
@@Britec09 unfortunately Bitdefender free is ridden with false positives as of now and it made my pc slower as well
Maybe it's new so it has these shortcomings but hope they can sort it out
@@bsforyt727 Thanks
Kaspersky wins here for the additional ransomware protection. IMO.
You can easily have 90 days or 180 days trial of Bitdefender for a lifetime. Just find some other youtube videos to see how. You have a fully functional Bitdefender, with all options.
I just subbed! Your videos are so helpful and easy to follow, thanks! Would you kindly mind share your tutorial video were to remove some not important features and customize Windows 11 as you've got so many, I forgot which one was it? :) Thanks again. 👍
I've been using free antiviruses for ages , till 2011 when I got a corporate full edition of ********** in my hands that kept me safe for years, untill windows 10 denied to run it. So I tried 2 brands and ended up with Bitdefender for 3rd year now, total security, paid for 5 machines. No more free versions for me ever again
Have used Bitdefender and Kaspersky for years with no problems, the only thing I worry about is they both insert their own website certificates, use malwarebytes also.
My problem with this is the fact that they betrayed and scammed their free users by saying "We're discontinuing the free version, but here's a discount". That is so unbelievably scummy. If they had plans to return the free version, they should have just said so instead of this bait & switch-like scam of "here's a discount if you want to stick with us... we just won't tell you the free version will be coming back".
I stopped using them when they originally got rid of the free version. I switched to Windows Defender and haven't looked back; sure, it's not QUITE as feature heavy as Kaspersky and Bitdefender but at least I have fewer privacy concerns with it and it doesn't really take up much of your system resources.
Would be keen to know how much memory is consumed , impact on CPU run time in diffent modes (Avast for example hogs an ENORMOUS amount of memory and often drowns the CPu(s) in mysterious backgound processes at a high priority level, especially at boot time). Strange how many of these AF programs have similar looking GUIs. Would also like to know user base size, Avast boasts over 400 Million users most of these reporting back on new viruses which MUST be a plus point.
Thanks Brain. I have about 10 days left on my Norton 360 and I’m getting ready to switch to this free bit-defender. I was paying for things I did not or couldn’t use with Norton. Their vpn did not work on my local library’s public Wi-Fi. They blocked it and I never used the black web monitoring feature because I already have one. Silly me, I wasted money for a whole year and they’re always trying to get you to buy more things.
I use the total security for the past 3 yrs. Great support. If you combine this with some browser extensions like Malwarebytes and bitdefender trafficlight
That would be Windows defender. All the rest are not required as it is ransomware, not viruses you next to look out for.
Thank you sir, for filling us in!
Thank You. Agree that Bitdefender Free WAS a good choice. Used the one they offered before, unfortunately Bitdefender offered a payed version at a reasonable price (when they ended unlimited free version) BUT, sorry to say, Bitdefender couldn't simply accept payment by bank transfer (!) and as other noticed they just ended the free version all of a sudden, WITHOUT informing of the (New) free 3 month trial! The conclusion must be: They made a too good working Free-Version BUT now they want us to pay for their Antivirus instead. Sorry to say their customer care and payment system is beyond all criticism, and seems one may not be safe about their service to continue if by chance they decide to change the conditions. Good Antivirus - Your choice at Your risk.
While watching your video my full Bitdefender Total Security showed a popup window notifying of an upgrade.
Thanks for the info! I was a Bit defender user for many years until they stopped the free version 2 years ago.
I don't care about bit defender I care about how you didn't play some stupid music with your video . . I thank you immensely
For over twenty years, the antivirus Eset NOD 32 has been doing a great job. To me, the best of them all
I concur. It doesn't cost an arm & a leg and it's quite light and responsive, especially when compared to AVG (which I call "average" because that's what it really is.). I use defender now but back then when I ran XP, I relied on Eset.
I have used Eset for several years on my XP laptop and a desktop plus Win7 on a second laptop. Loved it. Worked great. Alas, Eset no longer works for XP which is disappointing since I prefer the XP platform. Does Bitdefender work on XP and Win 7 platforms?
Stupendous video, good job!
Fab
Is this still true today 04.23.23??
If anyone needs an AV running in the background when visiting a website then I'd say they need to reevaluate their life choices.
Thanks Britec for the information. Question. What's the difference between this one and Malwarebytes? And can they both be used on the same system. Thanks
This is better than Malwarebytes in my opinion
Anti-virus programs detect viruses, and malwarebytes detects malware, adware, ransomware, spyware.. etc. It's good to have both.
You can use Bitdefender with Malwarebytes without an issue, having said that you need to install Bitdefender 1st then Malwarebytes, other wise you can get an error of some sort.... I had too google it too find out why it didn't work, but they work well together now, hope this somewhat helps... Been using full versions of them together for years...
@@MenessHaTT You were right. When I tried to install bitdefender, with Malwarebytes installed on my PC it was telling me to uninstall Malwarebytes first. Thanks. I appreciate the information. ✌️😎
@@Bill_Sawyer No worries m8, i'm glad the information was helpful...
defender is the only one you need
Great video... Loved it... Thanks for this
My pleasure 😊
It's worth disabling auto-scan of flash drives. Bitdefender sees it as a new device every time a USB stick is plugged in, even if the drive and files were scanned before. Scans are heavy for a USB containing a lot of files. Bitdefender only protects Google Chrome, Firefox and Edge Chromium. For Brave or other browsers, you'd need to add Bitdefender TrafficLight, Malwarebytes Browser Guard or similar protective extension.
@@gags730 It looks like Bitdefender disabled scan only new and changed files in the free version so every drive is a fresh scan. The original free version was set and forget. This is much more a sales tool.
Thanks for the video. I noticed you use to use Zone Alarm. It isn't on the AV Test site. Is that because it is no good?
And you are not getting layer by them in any way right?
what about Windows defender...?
does it work with windows 7?
Not sure
I have used BD before (paid version). Really good product but how do you deal with turning off Windows Defender without getting annoying reminders and red flags?
I'm using Kaspersky Security Cloud free version, but I have to admit this one is pretty good too...
The guided tour was nice, but I was hoping you would tell us WHY you think BitDefender is the best free antivirus. But you never did, so I’m still not sure why I should switch.
Brian sometimes tries to hang over the algorithm, but you have really to do your own assessments to determine what to watch
Could you do a comparison between bitdefender free vs Kaspersky security cloud free , for the ultimate free option out there
Thanks, Brian because my Windows 11 machine is on unsupported hardware and I don't think my current software (Eset Smart Security) is available for Windows 11 unless you pay some ridiculous amount of money for it. Now I have used Bitdefender in the past and liked what it used to be able to do but it got so expensive hence my change to Kaspersky then Eset so this is a Godsend for me seeing I don't know when Microsoft will drop their security updates and this should cover me hopefully for a while longer so your video comes at a very opportune time. Now as for the firewall is the Windows one enough? Thanks again mate a great tutorial from you as always!!😄
@Britec09 unfortunately Bitdefender free is ridden with false positives as of now and it made my pc slower as well
Maybe it's new so it has these shortcomings but hope they can sort it out
It looks a lot like Avast and I wonder if it's made by the same people, and how does it stack up (Free version) to Bitdefender? Also, does Bitdefender still crash systems into inoperability? A few years ago I had it and it destroyed Windows 10 because it thought it was a virus.
That dashboard also looks like the one I have from Emisoft
I also think Windows 10 is a virus. Just look at all the spyware it pact with!
I tried 3 times to install it on Win 10, but each time it was done the user interface would not come up. There was no way to log in. It showed in task manger, using a lot of disc resources for a long time. Back to Avira, I guess.
Hi, when i install antivirus, it says that I have 30 free days... It is not the same as in your video, what shall I do?
Nice one again Brian. I would like to see how this stacks up to Windows 10 defender and how bloated and what the impact is on performance as this looks kinda bloaty to me. Cheers!
Actually Windows Defender is a top ranking antivirus nowadays. He's spouting old days rhetoric, but with Win 10 and 11 that's over. You're right in that Bit Defender is bloatly. I had the total security package on my previous PC, but a year ago I bought a new state of the art gaming pc and decided not to install it anymore because it could be quite an annoyance now and again and hard to find what was going on. Up to now I haven't looked back. Advantage is that Defender comes with the firewall, so you'd have to keep using it if you go for the free package. And Defender uses the built in protection in Windows which is also much better than previous, especially in Win 11.
In short: the only reason to switch to Bit Defender IS the bloatware, otherwise I wouldn't bother with stressing your pc with something that's already on there and doesn't add anything.
@@telebubba5527 Not quite true. Check pc security channel for back to back testing.
@@georgetek As I said, it's old day rhetoric, because people will like to see it that way. It has however been confirmed that Windows Defender is as good or even actually better than paid for options. Don't forget, those paid for options have a commercial interest in it. They will say anything to keep on selling. And Bitdefender just boated itself to try to stay on top.
I went to a physical tech store and bought the cheapest anti virus available in a card. Macafee livesafe cost me 19.99 (20 €uros) for 18 months so a year and half (1 euro 11 cents per month not expensive right).
Once the year and half ends I will conctact support to ask if I can just buy a new cheap card in a physical store.
But I kinda wish I saw this video before
VPN included in suites now? Wasn't it separately purchased?
I have bitdefender but a 6 month paid version. So far its doing a good job protecting me. Maybe after 6 months ill revert back to the free version, cheers brian
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I was already installed bidefender software in our laptop but it is not working
How good is this compared to eset? I been using eset for a year now and I think it is still reliable.
I've been using Bitdefender Free Antivirus for years. It really is non-intrusive and has a low impact on system performance.
it sure does
Guess I'll give it a try over MSE, what free firewall do you recommend?
So you have to pay for ransomware remediation for when your system gets infected because the ransomware protection failed.
Username "jim bob".... Looks like someone watched too much "Little House On The Prairie" earlier on in life..
How did you know lol
I used Bitdefenderr but always preferred Kaspersky Cloud.. good video though !!
Brian would you recommend turn off some features of windows defender to go along with the free version of Bitdefender or turn off every feature of windows defender and go only with the free version of Bitdefender? If it is the first choice what features would you keep on?
Note: I want the best way to have the best security possible but i also want to leave some performance for games
In the free version you get hardly anything but basic antivirus protection. I just tried it.
What can I do to get a firewall that will work with BitDefender?
There is nothing you can do, Bitdefender won't allow any other firewall other than Windows Firewall !!
does this impact the pc like avast because avast is a nightmare it literally blocks everything
But does it actually work? I'd like to know of anyone (unbiased) that has had an issue arise from malware, ransomware, or similar that has Bitdefender installed and has had the software catch the problem. What anyone product says what it does is can only be taken with a grain of salt, unless there is 100% undeniable, certifiable statements made from actual users of the product.
I'm going to be honest, the usual critical notifications I get from this AV is when the certificates from a webpage aren't trustable, when BD blocks malicious URLs conections or when I enter a phishing site, so I've never had a malware issue cuz BD blocks it beforehand, I've been using it for 6 years now
I tried Bitdefender but my screen kept going blank on Chrome/Windows 11 laptop, so having to look elsewhere.
Try Kaspersky
Is Kaspersky free still alive I don't hear them talking a lot about it?@@Britec09
Will using this disable windows defender's built in firewall?
No free firewall? That's a no from me. I'll stick with Microsoft which offers a more complete security system. Interesting video though, Brian.
Using Bitdefender Total security from 5 years now and it never let me down. Advanced ransomeware protection is best of all in the market.
Thanks again, Brian...I just got rid of that annoying Avast and installed Bit Defender!
you are the best tech guy/you-tuber out there , bit defender is second in the list ...
Thanks mate. I'll be installing it. Thanks
Ah Brian! "Jim bob" That brings back some very fond memory's of the *Waltons!* saying goodnight at the end of the episode(s) now I wanna go watch it 😁👍🏻
I used to swear by Bitdefender in the early years of the internet going public. But.. I've had a better time with Kaspersky & their VPN both serve me well for years!
Classic
Great video
Good walkthrough of the product
Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thanks for watching!
It's still good, but not as unintrusive as the old version.
Asks to remove malware bytes which I am not going to and also my virus software again not worth the trouble feel my normal stuff has protected me thus far
Is it available for Linux?
You don't need an Antivirus for Linux
Why no mention of Malwarebytes? It's probably as good, if not better than free Bitdefender.
Even if you add a file under exclusion, mostly it's engine still detects it. Way too aggressive
Does this Free Bitdefender AV prevent virus entering if an infected pendrive is inserted into the PC?
Kaspersky is better imo
Please also suggest a free Firewall.
Would like you to run some tests on bitdefender free thanks 😁
Use your brain
many thanks.. i've been relying on Defender & thinking of Avira as i had in past.. Is Bitdefender better than Avira as i know they both low on cpu usage
Question by 2025 when windows 10 support ends would it be safer to use a full suit antivirus? What are the risks of using windows 10 after expiry if you using a full antivirus package if any? Fantastic channel your voice is calming content is brilliantly put together keep up the good work.
I would have suggest Sophos since Bitdefender eats a lot of resources and cause PC to run slow.
Brian, will the windows defender FIREWALL still in conjuction with the Free bit defender? Thx for your time...G
This antivirus delete all the exe files 😂
Best antivirus hands down is the user.
AMEN!
A lot of people think defender is great, but I don’t see it. I agree with the bit defender recommendation. Kapersky is good as well.
Windows defender has gotten a lot better over the years but it's still way behind bit defender and Kaspersky antivirus programs in my opinion. Have a great day! Thanks for watching
QUESTION Britec09 .... IS IT BETTER TO HAVE AND INSTALL BITDEFENDER OVER MICROSOFT SECURITY ESSENTIALS ON WINDOWS 7 64 Bit.
THANK YOU !
I would
@@Britec09 CHEERS BRO ... MUCH APPRECIATED. !
Best protection is not to use old OS and be careful on the internet and use windows defender+malwarebytes
It would be great if see this AV into action.
I thought Bitdefender stopped offering a free version?
Bitdefender is one of the most intrusive applications I've ever tried to use. It's as annoyingly nagging as Corel products, even with a minimal version installed. I had to uninstall; wasted $20.
I use Norton, need a bloody mortgage to use that
Our mind ? :)
beautiful presentation
Thank you! Cheers!