Someone reviewed v on Jul 5, 2022

Pros: 555

Cons: 555

Bottom Line: 555

some guy reviewed v4.0.3248 on Mar 3, 2010

nice sale pitch guy below, you must be a developer

Papa Lazarou reviewed v3.1.2250 on Aug 14, 2008

Absolutely 100% improvement over build 2.5.1043,with a lot better & easier g.u.i and the biggest problem that has been Sunbelts bugbear - the updates - has been addressed with outstanding results , two minutes to download and merge the definitions from zero to the current [which also checks every two hours now by default] Along with integration into Windows Security Center a lot quicker scanning times , and of course excellent removal of malware/trojans etc. including boot time scan to kill rootkits for a mere $20 dollars [after a 15 day free fully functional trial if you so desire] this has got to be the best value security software on the market , period. Try it today - you won't be disappointed.

Undesired Username reviewed v3.1.2250 on Aug 14, 2008

I hate people who rave about a product because it caught ONE malware item, or who slam a product because it missed ONE malware item. There is no product that catches everything.

As far as CounterSpy goes, I found it to be about as easy on my system as Crysis.

Tao2005 reviewed v3.1.2250 on Aug 13, 2008

You alls can rate it a 5. I'll rate it a 4. Vipre blows this out of the water. However, with Vipre, you would need to uninstall your AV. This is only a AntiSpy program (AS).

So if you have no Anti-Virus software, or Anti-Spyware program on your computer, then I suggest Vipre. The protection on their software is set at a high-level, though I would still say it's a joke.

Before Vipre, I used Avast!, also a highly aclaimed Anti-Virus program, along with Counterspy. CounterSpy missed a back door Trojan, that Avast! took care of. That is why I am very sceptal about their software. But alas, I went vipre.

If you don't heed my advice, you could be spending over $40 dollars. Still I am impressed with Vipre.

Enjoy...
Peace...

Jammerdelray reviewed v3.1.2250 on Aug 13, 2008

Great Product.

Pros: Very high detection rates, frequent updates.

Cons: When getting updates it can slow your computer and require restarts.

robmanic44 reviewed v2.5.1043 on Jun 30, 2008

I own this product and it came off my system, because it slowed things to a crawl. I can do without the constant interruptions.

Tao2005 reviewed v2.5.1043 on Apr 10, 2008

Wow, I'm a webroot supporter, I love Spysweeper, and to hear such dis... from others is different. I guess what they say is true, to a point. I use Spysweeper, and funny it doesn't slow my system down. But then again I don't have all the filters turned on. I only have Net and mail turned on, which makes spysweeper work more quickly with my computer. Though I do have to admit, the scan process is slow, and the updater is horrible. I like what I am hearing about this product. Suppose I'll try it. Sounds trust worthy enough for word of mouth recommendation.

McAleck reviewed v2.5.1043 on Mar 10, 2008

74 megs? are you out of your minds?

Clint7 reviewed v2.5.1043 on Feb 28, 2008

CounterSpy is the best on the market. It has caught more culprits than any of the others that I have used. Has lots of options such as System Tools which is a Great Utility Tool. It is light on resources. Does not slow your machine down like SpySweeper and Spyware Doctor. I just renewed my subscription for 3 more years. Definitely #1. If you doubt my word go to http://download.com/counterspy and see for yourself.

davygiven reviewed v2.5.1027 Beta on May 15, 2007

Now runs on x64 Vista.

btman reviewed v2.1.854.0 Beta on Jan 22, 2007

Great anti-spyware... Needs a free version with no realtime so it doesn't kill my computer... Or the final better be alot lighter than 1.5 before I download it again.

Nikkie reviewed v1.5.82 on Nov 4, 2006

Horrible software.It runs more resources than zone alarm.If you try to shut it down,it keeps popping up in the tasks list then it crashes your explorer..

ballyhairs reviewed v1.5.82 on Sep 7, 2006

Its one of the best, mostly because it DOES delete whatever it detects, this and hitmanpro everyone should have as anti-spyware softwares.

benZin reviewed v1.5.82 on Jun 2, 2006

Very good detection rules. A powerful tool.

Tokar reviewed v1.5.82 on May 30, 2006

If you still desire GIANT Antispyware or Microsoft Antispyware Beta 1 before it became Windows Defender, then this is the product for you. Its the exact same with a similar (but certainly different) scanning engine.

nefarious1 reviewed v1.5.82 on May 29, 2006

I had infections that nothing would cure. I installed this, and it detected and cleaned 7,513 spyware files! It runs without using the CPU at all, and is 100% compatible with everything. It will help your completion, and perhaps your sex live (YMMV). My doctor even recommends using this as a preventative measure, and in place of antibiotics. A 50% rebate is available if you search the internet for coupon "AL13DISC". I cannot praise this highly enough. If I could marry it, I would.

skulker reviewed v1.5.82 on May 4, 2006

I liked the free test ALOT. It got what Ashampoo Antivirus, Spywareblaster, Spybot, Malwhere and A-squared missed. I'm probably going to buy it but I gave it a 4 since it is a bit more than I wanted to pay, and since I want to get another Sunbelt product too, and can't combine the two for a discount. Picky me! But technically I was impressed, bottom line, and give it a 5-tops for that. Midniteskulker

Oldsod reviewed v1.5.82 on Nov 21, 2005

Good and lastest version is claimed to include adware that MS Bets and future Defender will omit in their scans as rogue. If that is true then wait and see for the differences. It's still a Giant and MS Beta clone in its own way.

SirMango reviewed v1.5.82 on Nov 20, 2005

Sunbelt (CounterSpy) and Giant Antispyware (now Microsoft AntiSpy) made a deal before that it would share it's spyware definitions and codes. When Micro bought Giant, the deal was still valid so now Country Spy and Micro Antispy have nearly the same spy definitions. (something like that)

This software is pretty good - it does what it's suppose to do. It detects most spyware and will surely keep your system clean. However, there are current freeware alternative to this(like Micro AntiSpy)

golden_sun reviewed v1.0.29 on Aug 26, 2005

THE BEST ANTI SPYWARE EVER!!!!!!!!!!!! Shame its not free thats why it gets a 4. Spyware Doctor+ CounterSpy= BEST ANTI SPYWARE PROTECTION

Corvid reviewed v1.0.29 on Jul 20, 2005

Except CounterSpy doesn't cut side deals with spyware franchises to exclude their software from the programs definitions list in exchange for money.