The best Windows antivirus software for business users
During May and June 2012 we continuously evaluated 8 endpoint protection products using settings as provided by the vendor. We always used the most current publicly-available version of all products for the testing. They were allowed to update themselves at any time and query their in-the-cloud services. We focused on realistic test scenarios and challenged the products against real-world threats. Products had to demonstrate their capabilities using all components and protection layers.
Windows 7: June 2012
Producer | Certified | Protection | Repair | Usability |
F-Secure Client Security 9.31 | 91.7 | 83.3 | 83.3› | |
Kaspersky Endpoint Security 8.1 | 91.7 | 100 | 83.3› | |
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 | 58.3 | 41.7 | 83.3› | |
Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection 2010 | 33.3 | 91.7 | 91.7› | |
Sophos Endpoint Security and Control 10.0 | 83.3 | 66.7 | 83.3› | |
Symantec Endpoint Protection 12.1 | 75 | 100 | 91.7› | |
Trend Micro Office Scan 10.6 | 58.3 | 50 | 66.7› | |
Webroot SecureAnywhere Endpoint Protection 8.0 | 75 | 66.7 | 58.3› |
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Evaluation based on a point system
All products can achieve a maximum of 6 points each in the three categories of protection, performance and usability. This means 18 points are the best possible test result.
At 10 points or higher, a product is awarded the AV-TEST seal of approval.
At 17.5 points or higher, AV-TEST also issues the "TOP PRODUCT" award. Additional details ›
outstanding | satisfactory | insufficient | certificates |