Malware Hunter 1.180
Download

Malware Hunter 1.180

Great tool for keeping your computer safe from malicious software
4.2 
Rating
Your vote:
Latest version:
1.180.0 See all
Developer:
Screenshots
1 / 18
Awards (1)
Show all awards
Software Informer Editor Rating 4
Download

Malware Hunter is a great tool for keeping your computer safe from malicious software. It does an excellent job of identifying and removing any threats it finds, and it's easy to use. The automatic updates are also a great feature, as they keep the database up-to-date with the latest threats. The only downside is that it can be a bit slow at times, but overall it's a great program to have. Highly recommended.

Malware Hunter is intended to protect your computer from virus threats and optimize your system. The tool has a very straightforward interface that is appropriate for any kind of user. The program is based on Avira, a very successful antivirus engine. It allows scanning your system in three different ways. If you are running short of time, you can run a quick scan, which examines your system’s most vulnerable areas only. On the contrary, a full scan takes considerable more time but makes a more thorough analysis. This should be done once in a while to eliminate threats that a quick analysis may have left behind. There is also the possibility of scanning specific files or folders, which is available from the tool’s interface as well as from Windows contextual menu.

As to system optimization, there is the SpeedUp module, which lets you manage startup items, scheduled tasks, services, and plugins. Unfortunately, deciding which of these items to remove or keep depends solely on the user’s knowledge in this area, as the tool does not provide any type of information whatsoever. Just like most optimizers, Malware Hunter can scan the Registry to detect and fix various types of inconsistencies and errors. Likewise, it can find and erase junk data left as a result of user activity, like browser cache and undesired plugins, which not only saves storage space but also protects your privacy.

In general, Malware Hunter has the advantage of using a reliable detection engine. It is a pity that the product is shareware and its trial version does not provide real-time protection. You should also know that there are similar programs available at no cost.

PC Senior editor
Pedro Castro
Editor rating:
rating

Review summary

Pros

  • Three types of scans
  • Based on a reliable virus-detection engine
  • Various system optimization features

Cons

  • Real-time protection not available from the trial version
  • Similar programs at no cost

Comments (1)

4.2
Rating
15 votes
5 stars
10
4 stars
2
3 stars
0
2 stars
2
1 stars
1
User

Your vote:

Randy Bell
Excellent product, uses dual engine antispyware + AVIRA antivirus.

Was it helpful?  yes(0) no(1) | Reply

Suggestions

  • Epson tm utility