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Bitdefender Total Security vs Avira Free Security: catalog facts
Bitdefender Total SecurityAvira Free Security
Paid

Paid subscription, with renewal discounts for existing customers.

Freemium

Free tier with paid Internet Security and Prime plans.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
  • Malware scanning, ransomware protection and firewall in one suite
  • Covers multiple devices in a household
  • Real-time antivirus at no cost
  • Extra tools like software updater and browser safety
  • Paid subscription
  • Closed source
  • Closed source
  • Upsells paid plans and premium tools
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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