AdwCleaner Alternatives

AdwCleaner is described as 'Removes adware, PUPs, toolbars, and browser hijackers with fast scans, no installation required, portable operation, and automated system cleaning' and is a very popular Anti-Malware app in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to AdwCleaner for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone and Android Tablet apps. The best AdwCleaner alternative is Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, which is free. Other great apps like AdwCleaner are Avast Free Antivirus, Microsoft Defender, Spybot - Search & Destroy and Tron Script.

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  1. Junkware Removal Tool is a security utility that searches for and removes common adware, toolbars, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) from your computer.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. ZHPCleaner icon
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    The software requires no installation process, it allows transportation on removable devices. It could not be simpler, three buttons, "Scan", "clean" and "Report". A module allows to choose the lines you want to keep, including legitimate programs...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Comments about ZHPCleaner as an Alternative to AdwCleaner
    AdrienVR
    Positive
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    Easy to use and scans everything on the computer. It is not only an alternative, it is a must have.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Its a really complete adware cleaner.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    I COULD NOT REMOVE SOME MALWARES WITH OTHER PROGRAMMES, AND I COULD REMOVE THEM WITH ZHP CLEANER EASILY. BUT IT COULD NOT DETECT SOME LIKE ADWARE.GREATSAVER.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    ZHPCleaner icon
    • Most users think ZHPCleaner is a great AdwCleaner alternative.

    • ZHPCleaner is Free and ProprietaryAdwCleaner is Free Personal and Proprietary
  3. A powerful security tool for detecting and removing malware from Windows PCs. Operates through a browser with no installation required, using ESET's ThreatSense technology to provide up-to-date signature-based protection with detailed reports.

    43 ESET Online Scanner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. Zemana AntiMalware is an on demand malware scanner designed to clean your PC from all the infections that have taken place on your PC.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  5. 9-Lab Removal Tool stands for the standalone multi-functional malware scanning utility that is able to professionally detect and get rid of viruses, rootkits, unveil hidden infections and malicious registry keys that are concealed deep within a system.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. Defends against viruses, ransomware, and spyware using automatic updates and DeepGuard 2.0. Includes Scam Protection, Banking Protection, Gaming Mode, and more for optimal performance and security across devices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  7. Ultra Adware Killer is a powerful adware and malware remover for Windows, which has the ability to scan all the users in a system.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. HouseCall icon
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    HouseCall is a free virus scanner offered by Trend Micro, which checks whether a computer has been infected by viruses, spyware, or other malware. HouseCall performs additional security checks to identify and fix vulnerabilities to prevent reinfection.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. Millions of users worldwide rely on Spyware Terminator, winner of many awards and high ratings from industry experts and users. Its free comprehensive protection is comparable to competitors' paid versions!

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. Portable tool to easily get rid of hard to remove adwares, PUP, Toolbars and Hijackers.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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