A simple package whose two detection engines ensure great malware detection, but it fails to inspire in other areas.

Comprehensive, competent and configurable protection at a good price. This is the best security suite out there

A new behavioural analysis module only adds to AVG’s capabilities, although it isn’t the most elegant marriage

An irritating package without a future.

A solid, usable package with online backup to boot.

A dreadful performer in almost every regard.

An improvement on last year’s package, but sadly still flawed.

Our former champion loses its crown but remains a strong contender.

Breathtakingly lightweight, but detection rates could be better.

A comprehensive package, but not the most usable or effective

A fierce protector when it comes to web threats, but merely middling elsewhere

Symantec’s latest offering is lighter than ever and an extremely effective security package. And get this, a RAM footprint smaller than Kaspersky

A modular scanning tool that catches most unwanted software – but not quite all

More approachable than ever, with excellent malware detection in an affordable package

Clean, clear and light on its feet, but with few extras.

A quantum leap in usability over the previous version, although malware protection could still be better

A friendly suite for the less-experienced user, but technical types may find it limiting.

A highly usable all-round security suite, but ultimately a strong runner-up rather than a new champion.

A winner on the strength of its excellent protection, coming first or equal-first in our malware and firewall test.

Is it worth paying for the full version of AVG Internet Security?