PC Matic vs SpywareBlaster
PC Matic
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| Figure | PC Matic | SpywareBlaster |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $2.50/mo | $1.25/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 16 | 6 |
| Spec score · Antivirus software | 9.0 (#11) | 7.9 (#54) |
| Device limit | 5 | 10 |
| Founded | 1999 | 2002 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Home support channels include email, phone, chat and remote assistance depending on subscription tier; the company states US-based support is available seven days a week. | The knowledgebase and support forums are available to all users, including users of free products, while Pro support is limited to license purchasers. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS,Android,iOS | Windows |
Plans
PC Matic
- Antivirus$60 a year
- Antivirus + VPN$110 a year
- Antivirus + VPN + Family Identity Protection$210 a year
- PC Matic Privacy$30 a year
- PC Matic Privacy$30 a year
- Antivirus$50 a year
- Antivirus$50 a year
- PC Matic PRO Basic$50 a year
- PC Matic Delist$60 a year
- PC Matic Delist$60 a year
SpywareBlaster
- SpywareBlaster FreeFree
- 1-3 PC Family Pack$24.95 a year
- SpywareBlaster FreeFree
- 1 PC License$14.95 a year
- 5 PC Family Pack$41.95 a year
- 10 PC Small Business Multi-Pack$79.95 a year
In their own words
PC Matic
PC Matic provides antivirus and endpoint security for home and business users on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. Its SuperShield protection uses real-time application allowlisting and a default-deny approach that blocks unknown applications. PC Matic says this can stop ransomware before execution; it also describes using heuristics to block malicious scripts that call tools such as PowerShell. On Windows PCs, scans can run maintenance including software and driver updates, junk-file removal, and fixes for software vulnerabilities. Consumer plans list malicious ad and scam blocking and dark web monitoring; the family identity plan adds identity theft insurance and stolen funds reimbursement, each up to $1M. PC Matic Pro applies default-deny allowlisting to applications, scripts, and processes, and can sit alongside other endpoint security solutions. The consumer page lists a free plan and free trial. Paid annual options include Antivirus at $60 a year, Antivirus + VPN at $110 a year, and Antivirus + VPN + Family Identity Protection at $210 a year.
SpywareBlaster
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