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Bitdefender Total Security vs Bitdefender Antivirus Free: catalog facts
Bitdefender Total SecurityBitdefender Antivirus Free
Paid

Paid subscription, with renewal discounts for existing customers.

Free

Free with no time limit; paid Bitdefender products add more protection.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Windows
  • Malware scanning, ransomware protection and firewall in one suite
  • Covers multiple devices in a household
  • Free with no time limit or credit card
  • Simple installation in a few steps
  • Paid subscription
  • Closed source
  • Windows only
  • Basic protection; extra features require a paid upgrade
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 Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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