#1 Best Free Antivirus: Avira AntiVir Personal Avira Antivir has the highest detection rate and lowest need on your computer of all the free anti-virus programs. In actuality, AntiVir regularly outperforms many commercial anti-virus programs.

#2 Best Free Antivirus: Avast! Home Edition Avast!

#3 Best Free Antivirus: AVG Anti-virus Free Edition It does encourage antispyware (such as Avast!) and requires very little maintenance as it can update itself. AVG is an excellent solution for the individual who’s less tech-savvy.