Apps

Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition runs on autopilot and offers no extras or customization options, but it's ideal for anyone who doesn't want to fuss with antivirus software.

Dashlane is a powerful, attractive and easy-to-use password manager, but its hefty prices are tied to extra features you may not need.

With big improvements to its Windows and Android apps, 1Password isn't just for Apple users anymore, but it still lags behind LastPass.

With useful apps for just about every device, and good OpenVPN speeds, StrongVPN is a decent contender.

Shotcut’s free open source video editor serves up all the basics but it is less consumer friendly than some competitors.

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LastPass's free version has been hobbled by a recent policy change, but LastPass's moderately-priced paid version is still the best password manager available.

Bitwarden's free version has the basics of a good password manager, and its premium features are inexpensive. However, Bitwarden isn't the most intuitive platform to use.

Credit Karma Tax 2020 lets anyone file free federal and state returns. But the service continues to lack strong guidance.

A clean interface with attractive pricing and optional help from tax pros makes TaxAct a strong alternative to better-known programs — especially for self-employed filers.

Businesses that fax only occasionally but need to give multiple users access to the service will like Biscom 123's simple approach to online faxing.

A visual interface and the introduction of screen sharing and live Online Assist help keep H&R Block highly competitive.

ESET Parental Control for Android handles web filtering and location tracking well, but there's no call or text monitoring at all.

Verizon-owned Visible offers unlimited smartphone data for just $40 a month. And it's continued to add new features like 5G coverage and discounts on multiple lines.

Don't let the Lifx Mini's small size fool you. These bulbs have it all.

Apple Fitness Plus is a work-in-progress with potential

Avast Free Antivirus offers a ton of features for a free antivirus program but has mediocre malware protection and a heavy system load.

Keeper is not the flashiest password manager, but it works well, has excellent security features and is not expensive.

Blur is just okay as a password manager, but it has excellent privacy protections if that's what you're looking for.

The free and open-source KeePass isn't for everyone, but if you're willing to put in some effort, it's one of the most powerful password managers out there.

The once-innovative True Key hasn't changed in years and lacks many features and functions now common among other password managers.

The cloud-based Adobe Lightroom is a powerful photo editing app that lets you work on all your full-resolution images on all your devices.

With a few new tweaks, HitFilm Express 14 maintains its position as the best free video editing software.

AVG AntiVirus Free is beaten in features by its more glamorous sibling Avast Free Antivirus and beaten in malware protection by everything else.

Windows Defender isn't the absolute best antivirus software, but it's easily good enough to be your main malware defense.

Kaspersky Security Cloud Free combines excellent malware protection, plenty of extra features and a very light system-performance impact.

The OnePlus 7 Pro delivers a gorgeous design, stunning display and powerful performance — all for less than $700.

It's not perfect, but the Chamberlain myQ smart garage door opener is the best option for most people.

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