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Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool vs HitmanPro: catalog facts
Windows Malicious Software Removal ToolHitmanPro
Free

Free from Microsoft.

Paid

Commercial product from Sophos; pricing is not listed on the product page.

Windows Windows
  • Updated monthly by Microsoft
  • Reverses changes made by removed malware
  • Works alongside an existing antivirus
  • Cloud-assisted detection
  • Only targets specific prevalent malware families
  • Not a replacement for an antivirus product
  • Windows only
  • Commercial software
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License: Freeware License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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