AV-TEST
About
AV-TEST, a security firm based in Germany, conducts over 4,500 product tests on anti-virus, anti-spyware, personal firewalls, and related products. They provide services to vendors, integrators (OEM), corporate users, and magazines, offering product comparisons and security testing. Their platform is online, offering features such as suggesting and voting on features. They maintain a presence on Facebook and Twitter. Founded in an unspecified year, AV-TEST operates under a Free and Proprietary license model.
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User Reviews
7 reviews
Mixed
Pros
Reliable testing institution
Consistent testing methods
More trustworthy than YouTubers
Cons
Pay-to-play business model
Incomplete product listings
Inflated test scores
Lack of product differentiation
Potential testing bias
Real-world reliability concerns
Comparability across sources
Key Themes
Testing methodology and accuracy
Business model and funding
Perceived bias and objectivity
Value of independent testing
Interpretation of results