Bullguard is a powerful security suite that covers all basics. It’s not as robust as the other options, but offers a strong solution for those seeking to get a bit more out of their antivirus software. It also performs well on resources, avoiding large system loads and offering various options to reduce its load whenever needed.
The program opens to a modular hub program that has a tiled layout for its various modules, such as firewall, antivirus computer tune-up game booster, and home network scanner. The «Vulnerabilities section will alert you to issues such as missing Windows updates autostart service, open ports. Gamers will appreciate the «Game Booster» feature useful, as it can detect when you’re playing and automatically optimize your system.
In our tests, we discovered that bullguard was highly effective in preventing the spread of malware and was also relatively light in terms of system resources when compared to the majority of competing products, particularly when it came to CPU usage. However we did notice the background processes of the antivirus took up quite a bit of RAM, especially on systems with limited memory. When viewing a high-resolution monitor, the hub app appeared as if it was pixelated.
Bullguard’s Premium Protection subscription comes with an app for mobile devices that offers security against theft, parental controls and basic backup support to your tablet or smartphone. The app is a bit basic and lacks some essential features, like webcam security or shredders for your files. The only way to get phone support is via live chat or email.