AV-TEST Product Review and Certification Report
During July and August 2012 we continuously evaluated 23 home user security products using their default settings. 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.
Protection
Protection against malware infections
(such as viruses, worms or Trojan horses)
91.0
93.0
97.0
97.0
99.0
98.0
100
100
100
Protection Score
5.0/ 6.0
Repair
Cleaning and repair of a malware-infected computer
95.0
98.0
88.0
95.0
71.0
66.0
Repair Score
4.0/ 6.0
Usability
Impact of the security software on the usability of the whole computer
(lower values indicate better results)
10
9s
Usability Score
4.5/ 6.0
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.
