Head-to-head · Anti Malware Software
IObit Malware Fighter vs 360 Total Security
IObit Malware Fighter leads on 0 checks, 360 Total Security on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreIObit Malware Fighter · 8.9/10
- Free planboth
IObit Malware Fighter scores higher on our rubric for anti malware software: 8.9 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
IObit Malware Fighter is the better fit for windows users seeking a capable free tier. 360 Total Security is the better fit for free Windows users wanting an all-in-one toolkit.
- IObit Malware Fighter fits best
Windows users seeking a capable free tier
- 360 Total Security fits best
Free Windows users wanting an all-in-one toolkit
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Side by side
| Feature | IObit Malware Fighter 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | 360 Total Security 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #3 in Anti Malware Software | #7 in Anti Malware Software |
| Best for | Windows users seeking a capable free tier | Free Windows users wanting an all-in-one toolkit |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Money-back guarantee | 60 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features IObit Malware Fighter 1/4 · 360 Total Security 1/4 | ||
| Real-time protection | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Ransomware protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Scheduled scans | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Behavior monitoring | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum devices | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Platform coverage | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | IObit Malware Fighter is Windows antivirus and anti-malware software for home and business users who want real-time protection and scanning on a desktop. Its Free plan covers real-time malware protection using the IObit malware database,… Read the review → |
360 Total Security combines antivirus protection and PC maintenance in a Windows desktop suite. Its free Essential edition is aimed at home users who want malware scanning alongside practical system tools, while the vendor also positions… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
IObit Malware Fighter — where it wins
- Free plan includes real-time malware protection and unsafe-link blocking
- Pro adds ransomware defense, phishing blocking and Bitdefender protection
- Includes SafeBox, camera and USB controls, and customizable scans
Where it doesn't
- Available only for Windows desktop
- Bitdefender real-time protection is limited to Pro
- Pro device options stop at three PCs
360 Total Security — where it wins
- Free Essential plan includes ransomware protection, cleanup, and sandboxing
- Multiple antivirus engines plus layered malware and phishing protection
- Includes Wi-Fi checks, startup optimization, cleanup, and patch assistance
Where it doesn't
- Windows only, with no support for other listed platforms
- Premium is required for privacy antitracker and firewall features
- Combines security with maintenance tools rather than focusing only on malware
- IObit Malware Fighter8.9/10 · Free plan
A Windows-focused free tier, with Bitdefender protection reserved for Pro.
Visit IObitFull verdict → - 360 Total Security8.2/10 · Free plan
A free Windows security suite that pairs malware protection with cleanup and maintenance tools.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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