Antivirus AI Mac review
A low-cost Mac antivirus with AI detection, manual scans, and affordable real-time protection.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Antivirus AI Mac is a macOS antivirus application from Protectstar Inc. for individuals who want malware detection alongside Apple’s built-in protections. It combines signature scanning with AI-based analysis and supports Apple Silicon and Intel Macs running macOS 11 Big Sur or later. The application includes manual quick and full scans, quarantine and restore controls, whitelist management, and scanning for files, folders, and external drives. Its focus is a single platform rather than broad device coverage.
The pricing structure is straightforward. The Free plan costs €0 and includes manual quick and full scans, Dual Engine protection in manual scans, quarantine and restore, whitelist management, and scanning for external drives. The Pro plan costs €19.90 per year with annual billing. Pro adds real-time protection on file access, automatic background monitoring, scheduled scans, and USB scanning for iPhone and iPad backups, files, and artifacts. That makes the paid tier the relevant choice for ongoing background protection rather than occasional manual checks.
Its standout feature is the Dual Engine approach, which combines signatures and AI analysis for malware detection. The product also gives Mac users practical controls over quarantined items and trusted files, while scheduled scans and USB scanning extend coverage beyond routine file checks. Antivirus AI Mac suits someone seeking a low-cost antivirus focused on one Mac, especially if AI-assisted detection and an annual Pro price are priorities. It is less suitable for households or organizations needing protection across operating systems, since its coverage is limited to macOS.
Antivirus AI Mac pros and cons
- Where it wins
- AI and signature-based detection with real-time protection
- Free manual scans include files, folders, and external drives
- Pro adds scheduled scans, monitoring, and USB scanning
- Where it doesn't
- Coverage is limited to macOS devices
- Real-time protection requires the paid Pro plan
- USB scanning is available only in Pro
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