Panda Antivirus Pro is not the best anti-spyware software but it does tackle more than spyware. So it tries to protect you from viruses, rootkits and cyber criminals. Panda employs cloud-based technology to provide protection from new and evolving threats. With your permission, Panda anonymously gathers user data to compile a database of emergent malware.

Performance
The independent test lab that we most respect, AV-Test, put Panda through its paces at the end of 2012 and found that it did not emerge a leader in any category. It really failed in the tests to see if it could repair machines where malware was already actively running. It also failed to shine in tests to see whether it could detect and prevent malware. In tests for usability, Panda performed at a merely adequate level.

Features
Panda has an integrated proprietary firewall to help thwart the spread of malware infections. A useful feature typically found on full-scale security suites, the firewall adds an additional layer of protection for your PC. The anti-spyware software comes with automatic updates as a default setting, ensuring the application stays up-to-date without any effort on your part. Panda also provides one-click fixes for any problems it detects. For advanced users, the anti-spyware software provides access to configurations and reporting tools. These enable you to customize security levels and to run reports that show what malware appeared and how it was resolved.

Help & Support
While its online resources prove beneficial, the vendor only provides direct technical support via email. Despite a lack of contact options, you’ll find Panda’s other support resources to be helpful. The Panda website has a knowledgebase, FAQs and user community.