G DATA vs ManageEngine Malware Protection Plus

G DATA, founded in Germany in 1987, is known for creating the world’s first antivirus software. Today, they offer a full range of cybersecurity tools for individuals and businesses, combining traditional malware scanning with behavior-based detection and AI-driven analysis. Their dual-engine system includes both signature-based and advanced in-memory scanning technologies, backed by features like real-time protection, email filtering, a customizable firewall, and BankGuard for secure online banking. The company’s product line includes three main plans: Antivirus ($29.95/year), Internet Security ($39.95/year), and Total Security ($49.95/year). Each tier builds on the last, with Total Security adding extras like a password manager, performance tuning, file encryption, and USB device control. G DATA’s mobile security tools are focused on Android, with limited iOS coverage. Customer feedback is largely positive. Users appreciate the strong malware detection, rollback feature, and consistent updates, though some mention performance slowdowns and limited customer support responsiveness. G DATA maintains a 4.2 rating on Trustpilot and a 4.0 on G2, signaling overall satisfaction. With support available worldwide and a 30-day free trial, G DATA offers reliable protection with a long-standing reputation in the growing cybersecurity space.

ManageEngine, part of Zoho Corp, has built a strong reputation in IT management and is used by thousands of organizations globally. Malware Protection Plus is their venture into next-gen endpoint security, seamlessly built into the Endpoint Central management console. This solution provides next-generation antivirus (NGAV) capabilities – leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, and behavior analytics – to protect business endpoints against malware, ransomware, and zero-day exploits. It’s tailored for businesses of all sizes that want to unify their IT administration and security. The antivirus module works hand-in-hand with other ManageEngine features like patch management and device control, enabling a holistic approach to endpoint defense. Companies can deploy it either on-premises or use ManageEngine’s cloud service, managing everything through a web-based dashboard. The software can isolate infected devices in real time, automatically kill malicious processes, and even revert changes caused by an attack, which significantly reduces the impact of incidents. With its AI-driven detection engine, Malware Protection Plus can catch advanced threats that signature-based antiviruses might miss, all while keeping a low performance footprint. ManageEngine offers flexible pricing, including subscription and perpetual licenses, and even provides a free edition for up to 25 devices, making it accessible. Read more in our review.