Malware Hunter review
A free Windows malware scanner with broader protection in its Pro tier.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Malware Hunter is Windows security software from Glarysoft for detecting and removing malware, adware, viruses, and spyware. It suits Windows users who want basic malware scanning without an upfront cost, as well as buyers seeking additional protection and cleanup tools for Windows PCs. Supported Windows versions include Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, 2000, XP, and Vista.
The free Standard version covers virus scanning and malware detection and removal. Its scan options include quick, full, custom, scheduled, cloud, USB, and process scans. The published plans show Malware Hunter Pro at $49.95 per year, with coverage for up to 3 PCs. Pro adds real-time protection, process protection, cloud scanning, scheduled scanning, USB drive protection, and the broader set of protection and utility capabilities described for the product. A 30-day free trial is also listed.
Malware Hunter’s main fit is a focused Windows antivirus tool with multiple scan types, automatic updates for real-time protection, process monitoring, USB drive protection, and PC cleanup or speedup tools. Its platform scope is narrow, since the product is listed for Windows rather than multiple operating systems. Buyers who need free malware scanning and manual or scheduled scan choices should find the Standard version relevant. Buyers who require real-time or USB protection should consider Pro, while those seeking coverage beyond Windows or a broader security scope should choose a product designed for those needs.
Malware Hunter pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free plan includes quick, full, custom, and scheduled scans
- Pro adds real-time, process, cloud, scheduled, and USB protection
- Includes malware and adware removal plus PC cleanup tools
- Where it doesn't
- Windows-only coverage limits platform flexibility
- Real-time and USB protection are listed under the Pro tier
- Pro costs $49.95 per year and covers up to 3 PCs
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