Dr.Web KATANA vs SUPERAntiSpyware

Dr.Web KATANA4.8Visit SUPERAntiSpyware4.6Visit

Higher score Dr.Web KATANA #42 in Antivirus Software 4.8/10 From $9.30/yr · 30-day trial ✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Dr.Web KATANA

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SUPERAntiSpyware #54 in Antivirus Software 4.6/10 Free plan · paid from $19.99/yr · 14-day trial Free plan✓ 1 of 3 features Try SUPERAntiSpyware

• Dr.Web KATANA fits best

  Windows users needing inexpensive ransomware defense

• SUPERAntiSpyware fits best

  Windows users targeting spyware and malware

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Side by side

Feature	Dr.Web KATANA 4.8/10 Visit ↗	SUPERAntiSpyware 4.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	4.8	4.6
Ranking	#42 in Antivirus Software	#54 in Antivirus Software
Best for	Windows users needing inexpensive ransomware defense	Windows users targeting spyware and malware
Pricing model	Paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	$9.3/yr (best)	$19.99/yr
Free plan	—	✓ (best)
Free trial	—	—
Free trial length	30 days	14 days
Deployment	Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	Windows	Windows
Support	Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7	Email, Live chat, Phone · 24/7
Built for	Solo, Small business, Enterprise	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Dr.Web KATANA 1/3 · SUPERAntiSpyware 1/3
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Parental controls	Not published	Not published
Password manager	Not published	Not published
Specs
Protection scope	Antivirus	Antivirus
Device limit	1 devices	3 devices (best)
Supported platforms	Windows	Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11; Windows Server 2012-2025
Our review
Pros	Real-time behavior monitoring detects non-signature malware Protects against encryption ransomware, exploits and zero-day threats Can operate alongside third-party antivirus software	Free on-demand detection and removal for spyware and malware Professional X adds AI detection, real-time blocking and ransomware protection Scans include customizable, scheduled and multi-dimensional options
Cons	Supports Windows only Listed plans cover one PC Focused antivirus scope rather than a broader security suite	Windows-only, with no cross-platform coverage Free edition requires manual database updates Narrower security scope than complete internet-security suites
Our verdict	Dr.Web KATANA is a paid, non-signature antivirus for Windows desktops, laptops, netbooks and tablets. It is aimed at Windows users who want preventive protection against active threats, targeted attacks, malicious scripts, encryption… Read the review →	SUPERAntiSpyware is Windows security software for home users and organizations that need targeted detection and removal of spyware, malware, ransomware, trojans, rootkits, adware and keyloggers. The Free AntiSpyware Edition provides… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Dr.Web KATANA — where it wins

  • Real-time behavior monitoring detects non-signature malware
  • Protects against encryption ransomware, exploits and zero-day threats
  • Can operate alongside third-party antivirus software

  Where it doesn't

  • Supports Windows only
  • Listed plans cover one PC
  • Focused antivirus scope rather than a broader security suite

• SUPERAntiSpyware — where it wins

  • Free on-demand detection and removal for spyware and malware
  • Professional X adds AI detection, real-time blocking and ransomware protection
  • Scans include customizable, scheduled and multi-dimensional options

  Where it doesn't

  • Windows-only, with no cross-platform coverage
  • Free edition requires manual database updates
  • Narrower security scope than complete internet-security suites

• Dr.Web KATANA4.8/10 · From $9.30/yr · 30-day trial

  A low-cost Windows antivirus focused on behavior-based and ransomware defense.

  Visit Dr.Web KATANAFull verdict →
• SUPERAntiSpyware4.6/10 · Free plan · paid from $19.99/yr · 14-day trial

  A focused Windows malware and spyware tool with free scanning and paid real-time protection.

  Try SUPERAntiSpywareFull verdict →