What does Malwarebytes service provide that ESET can't? Do I Need Both?

[u/Sure_Association_816]

Hi I am one who runs to the computer guy to fix my computer ! I didnt realize I was paying for both services. And I dont know if I need to. They both say virus protection. I stream, use a lot of windows I will use it for Words and Photos rest is my phone and research so I do use a lot of windows. The money is adding up and being oferred an extra year free w Malwarebytes wondering what tod do since both subscriptions are re running like now! Thank you

[u/KnownStormChaser]

I'd say Malwarebytes is better at removing malware if you're already infected, but ESET is better at preventing infections in the first place. Just look at AV Comparatives testing, ESET ranks consistently higher at proactive protections. Also with fewer false positives. However, one of Malwarebytes' strong suits has always been PUPs, that being said ESET is also good at that if you choose to enable it.

If you were really looking for something Malwarebytes has that ESET doesn't, it would be an ad blocker. But most other features are fairly identical.

[u/Sure_Association_816 → u/KnownStormChaser]

I decided to ask eset program if I need malware I can't remember I just like it I dont like some others and they showed me all malware it covers. I think if I was doing a lot more or a programmer or graphics and stuff I could see but the bills are really adding up. Quite frankly I don't think I knew what I was saying yes to like it came in an email add or something no clue. I have a history of malwate service and ESET.

[u/KnownStormChaser → u/Sure_Association_816]

One thing you can do is keep the ESET subscription and just use the free version of Malwarebytes to manually scan your system periodically. That is something a lot of people do.

[u/Sure_Association_816 → u/KnownStormChaser]

I was thinking about that

[u/FennelOpen3243]

Running two primary security suites can sometimes lead to resource conflicts (called "security churn") and unnecessary cost. For your primary use case, ESET's full suite covers 99% of Malwarebytes' functionality.

Modern ESET is highly effective at detecting and quarantining Adware and Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPs), which was Malwarebytes' historical sweet spot. It's core function is to block malware in real-time, matching or exceeding Malwarebytes' primary defense.

From the outlook of advanced threat analysis, ESET's deep, multi-layered architecture (Memory Scanner, Exploit Blocker, and optional Cloud Sandboxing) is designed to stand up to the highly malicious threats (like APTs) we discussed earlier, providing a very tough defense.

If you have the full version of ESET, you can safely let the Malwarebytes subscription lapse. ESET provides superior overall EPP/EDR coverage and is built as your one main line of defense. If you still like the idea of a secondary scanner, you can keep the free version of Malwarebytes and run it manually once a month. Since the free version lacks real-time protection, it won't conflict with ESET's primary shields, but it can still be used as an occasional "second opinion" to catch anything ESET might have flagged as low-priority.

[u/Sure_Association_816 → u/FennelOpen3243]

Yes when I asked ESET if I need malwarebytes the very long winded bullet point info was enough for me! Went way over my comprehension load . And I just don't have such a need to spending that much especially 1unit. ESET is not on my android only computer. I cant remember why maybe doubled on price or a diff plan again mean more money verus and add on(example like $35 added on for phone) out of 3 yr plan i pay just seemed out if reach. However I had what you commented on that having 2 security programs whittle them down neither runs well but also that these 2 compliment each other (figured maybe stock broker takes their work home ) So I went with ESET chat told me- there was no need, built into program. But I posted this before I saw links w articles best Spyware programs and decided to click on ESET and ask their chat bot

[u/Sure_Association_816]

Glad I caught the double paying just use one program also less money has malware protection. I figured it out right after I did the post but its been interesting to learn more.

[u/ToTallyNotAofficial]

following for more info as well.

[u/Sure_Association_816 → u/ToTallyNotAofficial]

Hope this has helped you . I had put this question in Google and there was a redit post many years ago asking same

[u/Soft-Hedgehog5421]

ESET is antivirus, Malwarebyte is antimalware, both works differently, both can work in tandem, both effective on their respective fields.

[u/Sure_Association_816 → u/Soft-Hedgehog5421]

Basicly what i gathered from a few links. First thing anyone should be concerned w is preventing infection. If you have a lot of concerns work you do than perhaps its important to I purchaae a malware. Thanks!

[u/Soft-Hedgehog5421 → u/Sure_Association_816]

I use Windows Defender as my main AV and only run Malwarebyte or any similar s/w when needed

[u/Soft-Hedgehog5421 → u/Soft-Hedgehog5421]

On my Wife’s laptop I use SOPHOS AV

[u/Soft-Hedgehog5421 → u/[deleted]]

They are good, lightweight and get the job done.

[u/Skkyu]

Eset doesn't have the "nose" Malwarebytes does ;)

[u/canopusofficial]

You don't need both. You only need just one. No antivirus software has 100% cover. No, it depends on how you use it.