Microsoft Defender Antivirus vs Webroot Essentials
| Microsoft Defender Antivirus | Webroot Essentials | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | $4.17/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Android, iOS, macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Protection scope | antivirus | antivirus |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10, Windows 11 | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Chromebook |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Parental controls | No | — |
| Password manager | No | Yes |
| Paid from | — | $49.99/yr |
| Device limit | — | 5 devices |
Both are listed in Best Antivirus Software. On The Geeks Club, Microsoft Defender Antivirus scores higher on our published basis.