Do you want a tool—or a team?
PC Matic: The Allowlisting Antivirus
PC Matic uses allowlisting: only pre-approved applications can run. If a program isn’t on the trusted list, it’s blocked until it’s reviewed. That’s powerful against unknown malware and ransomware, but it can also stop legitimate software until you manually approve it—adding friction for busy teams.
How PC Matic Works
Its SuperShield component compares apps against a large trusted database. Unknown apps are quarantined by default. Great for security; not always great for productivity when you’re trying to install or update line-of-business tools.
PC Matic Features & Pricing
- Real-time malware & ransomware protection
- System optimization tools
- Ad/script blocking and dark web monitoring
- Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS)
Typical pricing:
- Annual Plan: about $50/year for 5 devices
- Lifetime Plan: one-time fee per household
- Free Version: limited features
UStech.ninja: Your Complete IT Department
We’re not just “antivirus.” UStech.ninja is your outsourced IT team—proactive security, support, and strategy tailored to your business. We keep systems running, data protected, people productive, and auditors happy, so you can focus on customers and growth.
What We Actually Do
- Complete IT management (we function as your tech department)
- Enterprise-grade cybersecurity with proactive monitoring & response
- Compliance assistance for HIPAA, PCI, and industry audits
- 24/7 personal support—real humans who know your environment
- Managed backups & recovery to protect your data and uptime
- Extras that move the needle: web services, vendor coordination, and more
Simple, Business-Friendly Pricing
- Managed services from $25/month per user
- Worry-Free Support: predictable flat-rate care
- Scales as you grow—no nickel-and-diming per device
| Feature | PC Matic | UStech.ninja |
|---|---|---|
| Service Type | Antivirus software | Full managed IT & security |
| Scope | Endpoint protection only | People, process, and technology end-to-end |
| Protection Method | Allowlisting (blocks unknown apps) | Layered defense: EDR/MDR, patching, backups, training, policies |
| Support Level | Self-managed; limited support | 24/7 monitoring + proactive monitoring & response |
| Device/User Coverage | Typically 5 devices/household | Scales with your team—no “device math” headaches |
| Compliance Help | N/A | HIPAA/PCI guidance, documentation, and controls |
| Business Continuity | Not included | Managed backups, recovery testing, incident playbooks |
| Starting Price | ~$50/year (software) | From ~$300/year per user (fully managed) |
The Good, The Bad, and The Realistic
PC Matic — What to like
- Affordable entry point
- Strong default-deny stance blocks unknown threats
- Lightweight on system resources
PC Matic — Trade-offs
- Friction: legitimate apps can be blocked until approved
- Narrow scope: no backups, compliance, or strategic IT
- DIY burden: you’re still on the hook for patching, vendors, and user support
UStech.ninja — Why businesses choose us
- Comprehensive coverage: security, support, strategy, and continuity
- Proactive: we prevent issues instead of just reacting to alerts
- Compliance-ready: controls, documentation, and audit support
- Human support 24/7: your team gets real help, fast
- Built to scale: onboard new hires, standardize devices, tame vendors
Who Should Choose What?
Choose PC Matic if you:
- Want basic, low-cost antivirus
- Can self-manage IT, approvals, updates, and backups
- Are comfortable with occasional “allowlist” interruptions
Choose UStech.ninja if you:
- Need end-to-end IT and security—not just antivirus
- Handle sensitive data or face compliance requirements
- Prefer proactive monitoring and fast human support
- Want to focus on your business, not IT firefighting
We can also supplement existing IT teams and deliver our security stack as a standalone service if you already have internal IT.
The Reality Check
These aren’t truly competing products. PC Matic is a tool. UStech.ninja is a team. If you only need antivirus on a handful of machines, PC Matic can fit the bill. But if downtime, data loss, or compliance fines would sting, a managed partner is the cost-effective choice.
Many organizations land on a hybrid: keep basic AV on endpoints and rely on UStech.ninja for security operations, backups, support, and strategy. If you want help mapping the right mix for your risk and budget, that’s exactly what our consulting services are for.
The Bottom Line
PC Matic: budget-friendly antivirus with a strict allowlist approach—good baseline protection if you’re comfortable running IT yourself.
UStech.ninja: comprehensive IT and security with real humans guarding your uptime, data, and compliance—so your team can move faster with fewer surprises.
