Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Aura vs Avira
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Aura |  Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $12 | €5.95 |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 30 daysHigher |
| Credit bureaus monitored | 3 | Not confirmed |
| Insurance amount | $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 | Not confirmed |
| Family plan price | $32 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Money-back period (60 days).
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Key differences
- Avira scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Free trial length is higher at Avira: 30 days vs 14 days.
- Support channels: only Aura offers Email, Chat, Phone.
- Support channels: only Avira offers Community.
- Founded is lower at Avira: 1986 vs 2014.
- Pricing model: only Aura offers Budget.
- Pricing model: only Avira offers Free.
Our verdict on each
Aura
Aura suits households that want identity monitoring, a VPN, a password manager and parental controls under a single subscription. The trade-off is cost: the monthly plan sits at $12 and the family plan at $32, above the site median of €7.89.
Avira
Avira suits readers who want antivirus, a VPN and a password manager under one subscription, and who keep paying after the first year. The annual antivirus plan opens at €47.95 and renews at €87.95, so the renewal figure is the one to plan around.
Score breakdown
| Area | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8Monthly plan price of $12 sits above the site median of €7.89, and first-year price of $120 clears €49.95. | 9.1HigherMonthly billing sits at €5.95, and renewal at €87.95 outweighs the lower entry price. |
| Offer | 9.5HigherBundles VPN, password manager and parental controls on one subscription, with a family plan at $32 covering adults, kids and devices. | 9.0Extras add vpn and password manager, a 30 day trial and a 60 day money-back window. |
| Privacy | 8.7 | 9.8Higher |
How the counts compare
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 14 days | 30 days |
| Money-back period | 60 days | 60 days |
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Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Germany |
Sources behind this comparison
Aura
- aura.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Avira
- avira.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- e-shop.avira.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 33 of 232 | 27 of 232 |
| Antivirus software | 23 of 92 | 18 of 92 |
| Password managers | 21 of 69 | 18 of 69 |
| Identity theft protection | 20 of 117 | 16 of 117 |
| Privacy tools | 97 of 280 | 25 of 280 |
| Parental control apps | 15 of 59 | 12 of 59 |
| Free VPNs | 28 of 189 | 23 of 189 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Budget | Free |
| Legal entity | Aura Sub, LLC | Avira Operations GmbH |
| Headquarters | United States | Germany |
| Founded | 2014 | 1986Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre | Help centre, Community |
VPN
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Long-term plan price | $12 | €4.00 |
| Devices | from 10 | 5 |
| Server countries | 100Higher | 36 |
| Features | Streaming | No logs, Streaming, TravelCovers more |
| Audience | Business | Not confirmed |
| Renewal price | $120 | €87.95 |
| Jurisdiction | Not confirmed | DE |
| Features | Screen time, Web filter | Kill switch |
| Streaming services | Netflix, YouTube | Streaming services (vendor claim: unblocks access to geo restricted services) |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, BrowsersCovers more | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS |
| Owner | Not confirmed | Gen Digital Inc. |
| Longest plan (months) | 12 months | 12 months |
Password managers
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $15 | Not confirmed |
| Free plan | No | YesHas it |
| Family plan | 5 adults, unlimited kids and unlimited devices | Not confirmed |
| Security audit | ISO 27001 certified and SOC 2 Type II third-party audited | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) |
| Encryption | 256-AES | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade |
| Open source | Not confirmed | No |
Antivirus
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| First-year price | $120 | €47.95 |
| Free version | No | YesHas it |
| Extras | VPN, Password manager, Parental controlsCovers more | VPN, Password manager |
Parental controls
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly price | $120 | Not confirmed |
Data removal
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Data brokers covered | from 425 | Not confirmed |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan limits | Not confirmed | 500 MB/month data (Phantom VPN free) |
| Logging policy | Not confirmed | Strict no-logs policy; browsing activity not tracked and data not sold to third parties |
| Privacy tool type | Not confirmed | Ad blocker, Browser |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Aura | Avira | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit bureaus monitored | 3at the median | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Insurance amount | $1,000,000 to $5,000,000highest quarter | Not confirmed | $1,000,000 |
| Family plan price | $32above the median | Not confirmed | $29.99 |
| Free trial length | 14 daysat the median | 30 daysabove the median | 14 days |
| Money-back period | 60 dayshighest quarter | 60 dayshighest quarter | 30 days |
Median across 49 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Aura
Pros
- A single subscription covers identity monitoring, a VPN, a password manager and parental controls, with parental tools for screen time and web filtering.
- Monitoring runs across 3 credit bureaus, which matches the 3 site median and the 30 brands ranked on it.
- The family plan covers 5 adults, unlimited kids and unlimited devices at $32 per month.
Cons
- There is no free plan, so you start on a paid subscription with a trial of 14 days.
- The monthly plan price of $12 sits above the site median of €7.89, and the first-year price of $120 is higher still.
- Identity insurance of $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 looks generous, but Aura ranks at 10 of 45 on that measure.
Avira
Pros
- A free version and a free password manager plan sit alongside the paid tiers
- A single subscription covers 5 devices across Windows, Mac and Android
- The bundle adds vpn and password manager to the antivirus plan
Cons
- Renewal runs at €87.95 against a first year of €47.95
- Support runs on help centre and community only
- Free usage is capped at 500 MB/month data (Phantom VPN free)
Who each suits
Aura
Who it suits
- Households that want a single subscription covering identity monitoring, a VPN, a password manager and parental controls
- Families covering several adults and unlimited kids who value the family plan of 5 adults, unlimited kids and unlimited devices at $32
- Readers who want a 60 day money back window and a 14 day trial before deciding
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who want a free plan or free version to sample, which Aura does not offer
- Buyers who will not stretch past the $12 monthly plan or the $120 first-year price
Avira
Who it suits
- Readers who want antivirus, a VPN and a password manager from a single subscription.
- Small households that fit within 5 devices and want a free version to fall back on.
- People who want coverage on Windows, Mac and Android without managing separate vendors.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who need wider device coverage: Comodo (Xcitium) lists 50 devices.
- Readers shopping in Brazil, where ESET Brasil prices its first year at BRL 64.22.
- Readers already inside the Apple ecosystem, where iOS, iPadOS and macOS are covered.
Current offers
Aura
Current offer
Free trial
14-day free trial on all Aura plans: 14 days free
Free trial offer can only be redeemed once per customer; full access to plan features depends on identity verification and credit eligibility
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
60-day money-back guarantee on all annual plans: 60 days
Only for annual plans purchased through Aura websites (excludes Amazon) or via the Customer Support team
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Avira
Current offer
Free trial
Not ready to commit? Get FREE 30-day access to all our Premium products: 30 days free
No credit card required; email address required; homepage legal text states that for trials a payment method is required at sign-up and is charged at the end of the trial unless cancelled first
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Big savings. Strong online security: 45% off Avira Prime: 45% off the first year of Avira Prime (up to 5 devices)
Applies to the first annual period; subscription automatically renews at the renewal price unless the renewal is cancelled
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Aura | Avira |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Aura
What does Aura cost per month, and what happens at renewal?+
The monthly plan is $12 and the family plan is $32, covering 5 adults, unlimited kids and unlimited devices. The first-year price is $120 and the renewal price is $120, so the figure after a year stays where it is. A long term plan price of $12 runs 12 months.
Is there a free version of Aura to try first?+
There is no free plan and no free version, so a paid subscription is the only way in. A free trial of 14 days and a money back period of 60 days soften that. Across the site most brands do ship a free version, so Aura is the exception here.
Avira
What does Avira cost in the first year, and what happens at renewal?+
The annual antivirus plan is €47.95 for the first year and renews at €87.95. Monthly VPN billing is €5.95, and the long-term VPN plan runs €4.00. The step up at renewal is the part worth budgeting for if you stay subscribed.
Is there a free Avira version?+
Yes. Avira offers a free version of the antivirus, and the password manager has a free plan as well. The free VPN is capped at 500 MB/month data (Phantom VPN free), so it suits light use rather than everyday browsing. The free tiers give you a way to sample the products before paying.
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