- Written by: Enemali Okwoli Cybersecurity & Tech Writer
Quick Heal Overview
Based in India and relatively unknown in other parts of the world, Quick Heal antivirus promises comprehensive protection to keep your digital life safe . I usually root for challenger security programs and I was looking to see if Quick Heal would bring anything new to make it stand out from the competition.
After extensive tests, I discovered that Quick Heal is not worth your investment. While it offers decent protection and a few good security features, the overall performance is somewhat mediocre at the pricing that it goes for.
You can get a better range of features, comprehensive protection, and excellent performance with top-tier antivirus options like Norton for less than what Quick Heal costs. You can try Norton’s plans risk-free using the 60-day money-back guarantee .
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- Perfect malware detection rates — Provides 100% malware detection rates and real-time protection. See Quick Heal’s real-life test results .
- Multiple security features — Quick Heal provides an extensive range of features like a firewall, phishing protection, Tracker Cleaner, and more. Jump to see the full list of features .
- Straightforward Installation — Has apps for Windows, Mac, and Android, but doesn’t have an iOS app. Check how each app differs .
- Limited support options — No live chat or community forums, but you’ll get decent FAQ pages, phone, and email support. See my experience with the support options .
- Free trial on all plans — You can try the Quick Heal plans risk-free for 30 days. Jump to see the premium plan options .
Security
Quick Heal antivirus provides excellent protection against malware and other cyber threats. Like the top contenders in the industry, it achieves 100% malware detection rates and excellent real-time protection.
Virus Scan — Powerful Malware Scanner With Excellent Results
Quick Heal performed well in malware protection, detecting 100% of malware samples I downloaded to my test computer. During testing, I download test malware samples from the European Institute for Computer Anti-Virus Research (EICAR) to test the antivirus. Quick Heal antivirus successfully removed all the malware files, including those hidden in zip files.
For scanning options, Quick Heal antivirus offers the following virus scanner options:
- Quick scan — Checks critical areas for malware, providing a rapid yet effective security check.
- Full System scan — Scans the entire system, leaving no stone unturned to detect and eliminate potential threats.
- Custom scan — Allows you to choose specific files or folders for scanning, offering flexibility and tailored protection.
- Memory scan — Scans running processes and active memory for active threats, ensuring real-time protection.
- Boot Time scan — Detects and eliminates deeply embedded malware during system startup, preventing persistent threats.
- Vulnerability scan — Identifies system vulnerabilities and suggests necessary patches for enhanced security.
- Mobile scan — Offers comprehensive scanning and protection for mobile devices, securing your data on the go.
During my tests, Quick Heal’s Quick scan lived up to its name . It checked over 2,500 files in under 1 minute. While it’s fast, it checks fewer files compared to top-tier antivirus options. For instance, Norton uses less than 2 minutes to scan about 12,600 files.
For the Full System scan, Quick Heal antivirus was quite slow. It took 1 hour and 40 minutes to check through 419,847 files.
