Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Avira vs NordVPN Threat Protection
Where Avira and NordVPN Threat Protection differ
| Compare |  Avira |  NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| First-year price | €47.95Lower | €65.88 to €103.08 |
| Renewal price | €87.95Lower | €139.08 to €269.88 |
| Devices | 5 | 10Higher |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Android TV, Apple TV |
| Free version | YesHas it | No |
| Money-back period | 60 daysHigher | 30 days |
Same on both: Extras (VPN, Password manager).
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Key differences
- Avira scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.8.
- First-year price is lower at Avira: €47.95 vs €65.88 to €103.08.
- Renewal price is lower at Avira: €87.95 vs €139.08 to €269.88.
- Devices is higher at NordVPN Threat Protection: 10 vs 5.
- Platforms: only Avira offers Mac.
- Platforms: only NordVPN Threat Protection offers MacOS, Linux, Chrome.
- Free version: only Avira.
- Support channels: only Avira offers Community.
- Support channels: only NordVPN Threat Protection offers Chat.
- Money-back period is higher at Avira: 60 days vs 30 days.
Our verdict on each
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.
NordVPN Threat Protection
NordVPN Threat Protection bundles a VPN, ad blocking and a password manager under one paid subscription, with 10 devices on the same account. It suits readers who want one toolset rather than separate products, and less so anyone hoping to try a tier at no cost.
Score breakdown
| Area | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1HigherMonthly billing sits at €5.95, and renewal at €87.95 outweighs the lower entry price. | 8.1Entry price of €14.99 ranks 115 of 131 brands, against a €6.84 median. |
| Offer | 9.0Extras add vpn and password manager, a 30 day trial and a 60 day money-back window. | 9.2Higher |
| Privacy | 9.8Higher | 9.1 |
Which one suits you
Pick Avira if cost, privacy, first-year price, renewal price, and free version matter most.
Pick NordVPN Threat Protection if devices matter most.
Also worth a look
ESET Brasil has devices at 1 to 25, against 5 for Avira and 10 for NordVPN Threat Protection.
ESET Brasil reviewHow they place
| Ranking | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 27 of 232 | 2 of 232 |
| Antivirus software | 18 of 92 | 1 of 92 |
| Privacy tools | 25 of 280 | 2 of 280 |
| Ad blockers and private DNS | 13 of 63 | 2 of 63 |
| Free VPNs | 23 of 189 | 2 of 189 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Avira Operations GmbH | Nord Security |
| Headquarters | Germany | Lithuania |
| Founded | 1986Lower | 2012 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Help centre, Chat |
VPN
| Fact | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | €5.95Lower | €14.99 |
| Long-term plan price | €4.00 | €3.49Lower |
| Server countries | 36 | 150Higher |
| No-logs audit | Not confirmed | Independent no-logs verification, first in 2018 and verified four more times since; auditor not named on the page |
| Features | No logs, Streaming, Travel | No logs, Streaming, Travel |
| Jurisdiction | DE | Not confirmed |
| Protocols | Not confirmed | OpenVPN, NordLynx, NordWhisper |
| Features | Kill switch | Kill switch, Split tunnelling, Multi hop, ObfuscationCovers more |
| Streaming services | Streaming services (vendor claim: unblocks access to geo restricted services) | Not confirmed |
| Owner | Gen Digital Inc. | Nord Security |
| Longest plan (months) | 12 months | 27 monthsHigher |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | €14.99 |
| Free plan | YesHas it | No |
| Free plan limits | 500 MB/month data (Phantom VPN free) | Not confirmed |
| Logging policy | Strict no-logs policy; browsing activity not tracked and data not sold to third parties | No logs: VPN servers keep no logs, with independent no-log audits |
| Open source | No | Not confirmed |
| Privacy tool type | Ad blocker, BrowserCovers more | Ad blocker |
Password managers
| Fact | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Security audit | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) | Not confirmed |
| Encryption | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade | Not confirmed |
Identity protection
| Fact | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Avira | NordVPN Threat Protection | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-year price | €47.95below the median | €65.88 to €103.08at the median | €65.88 |
| Renewal price | €87.95below the median | €139.08 to €269.88highest quarter | €93.48 |
| Devices | 5below the median | 10at the median | 10 |
| Money-back period | 60 dayshighest quarter | 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
Median across 51 listed providers.
Pros and cons
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)
NordVPN Threat Protection
Pros
- Long-term plans drop to €3.49 a month against €14.99 on monthly billing.
- VPN servers keep no logs, a policy backed by independent no-log audits.
- A single subscription covers vpn and password manager, so the VPN and password manager arrive as a set.
Cons
- The free plan and the free version are both marked no, so every tier needs payment.
- Phone and email are not among its support channels (help centre and chat).
- Renewal runs €139.08 to €269.88 against a first year of €65.88 to €103.08.
Who each suits
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.
NordVPN Threat Protection
Who it suits
- Readers who want traffic encryption and ad blocking on one account rather than separate products.
- Households that will connect more than one gadget, since a single account covers 10 devices.
- People who travel or watch streaming services abroad, as no logs, streaming and travel covers no-logs, streaming and travel.
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple Hide My Email, at $0.99, if masking an email address is the only job.
- EasyOptOuts, at $19.99, for readers after data removal rather than VPN protection.
- Apple Inc., at $0.99, if the goal is iCloud account features rather than a VPN and ad blocker.
Current offers
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
NordVPN Threat Protection
Current offer
First period offer
2-year Basic plan with 3 extra months: EUR 3.49 per month for the first 27 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; renews at EUR 139.08/year; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
2-year Complete plan with 3 extra months: EUR 4.49 per month for the first 27 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; renews at EUR 219.48/year; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
2-year Ultra plan with 3 extra months: EUR 6.59 per month for the first 27 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; renews at EUR 269.88/year; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
1-year plan discount: Basic EUR 5.49, Complete EUR 6.49, Ultra EUR 8.59 per month for the first 12 months
Introductory price valid for the first period only; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
30-day money-back guarantee: Full refund if not 100 percent satisfied within 30 days
All plans; refund must be requested within 30 days of initial purchase via 24/7 customer support
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
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.
NordVPN Threat Protection
How much does NordVPN Threat Protection cost?+
The monthly plan runs at €14.99, and the longest term brings that down to €3.49 a month over 27 months. The first year is billed at €65.88 to €103.08, with a 30 day money back period attached.
What does it cost at renewal?+
The headline long-term rate covers the first term, then the renewal price runs €139.08 to €269.88 for a comparable term. Set against a first year of €65.88 to €103.08, that step is large, so anyone staying several years should weigh both figures before committing.
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