Dual-engine anti-malware with behavior blocking
ClamWin
Free open-source antivirus for Windows using ClamAV
About ClamWin
ClamWin is a free open-source antivirus for Windows built on the ClamAV scanning engine, offering on-demand scanning, scheduled scans and automatic virus database updates. It integrates with Windows Explorer and Outlook but does not include a real-time on-access scanner.
ClamWin website preview
Live preview of clamwin.com via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
ClamWin: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers antivirus, malware scanner, open source, windows — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
- Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.
Things to check
- Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
- Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
- It is one of 1194 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.
Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.
ClamWin pricing
| Pricing model | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
|---|---|
| Free access | Yes — fully free |
| Current plan prices | Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale. |
| Official site | clamwin.com |
ClamWin key facts
- Category: Utilities & Security
- Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
- Focus areas: antivirus, malware scanner, open source, windows
- Official site: clamwin.com
ClamWin FAQ
How much does ClamWin cost?
Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (clamwin.com).
What is ClamWin used for?
Free open-source antivirus for Windows using ClamAV Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: antivirus, malware scanner, open source, windows.
Where can I try ClamWin?
On its official site, clamwin.com — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
ClamWin vs alternatives
| ClamWin | Emsisoft Anti-Malware | Executor | K-Meleon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
| Focus areas | antivirus, malware scanner, open source, windows | anti malware, antivirus, ransomware protection, windows | launcher, keyboard, windows, open source | web browser, open source, lightweight, windows |
| Official site | clamwin.com | emsisoft.com | executor.dk | kmeleonbrowser.org |
| Directory status | Listed | Listed | Listed | Listed |
Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.
About the Utilities & Security category
Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 1194 tools. Alongside ClamWin, it includes ReNamer, ZoneAlarm, Comodo Firewall, Panda Dome.
Alternatives to ClamWin
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