While Windows PCs are often in the news because they are the targets of the most dangerous malware, Mac computers aren’t immune to the wrath of cyberspace. We’ve looked over and tested the most effective security against viruses available on mac to help keep your Apple computer safe.

Our top picks have nearly perfect malware detection rates and come with vital security features, such as protection against ransomware, phishing defences, camera plus microphone guards and more. They are also light on system resources, and deliver top performance. Some, like McAfee or Trend Micro were rated as the top in independent laboratory tests.

Apple’s Gatekeeper security tool is highly efficient in blocking the majority of malware. However, it could be tricked by clever attacks that exploit flaws in third-party software installed on top of Mac OS. Standalone virus scanners can help.

Comodo offers a no-cost antivirus application with secured data room platform a simple interface. It can scan any file that your system has access to. Quick scans are completed in less than a minute, whereas an entire scan of your system could take as long as two hours. You can program the scans to run on convenient times so that your Mac doesn’t get bogged-down.

Since 2006, Malwarebytes has eliminated all Windows threats. It’s not a surprise that the Mac version is also effective. Its installation is the size of three music files in digital format which makes it a small application to your system. There’s no real-time protection and it won’t be able to stop attacks as they happen however a full system scan only takes a few hours and its minimalist design means it won’t conflict with other programs.