Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Avira vs Norton
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Avira |  Norton |
|---|---|---|
| First-year price | €47.95 | $19.99 |
| Renewal price | €87.95 | $59.99 |
| Devices | 5 | 1 to 10Higher |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS |
| Extras | VPN, Password manager | VPN, Password manager, Parental controlsCovers more |
Same on both: Free version (Yes), Money-back period (60 days).
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Key differences
- Norton scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.2.
- Devices is higher at Norton: 1 to 10 vs 5.
- Platforms: only Avira offers Mac.
- Platforms: only Norton offers MacOS.
- Extras: only Norton offers Parental controls.
- Support channels: only Norton offers Phone.
- Founded is lower at Norton: 1982 vs 1986.
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.
Norton
Norton suits households who want antivirus, a VPN, a password manager and parental controls under one subscription, and it stays affordable after the first term. Norton Deluxe opens at $19.99 and renews at $59.99, which is still under the antivirus median of €49.95.
Score breakdown
| Area | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1Monthly billing sits at €5.95, and renewal at €87.95 outweighs the lower entry price. | 9.6HigherNorton Deluxe opens at $19.99 and renews at $59.99, priced below the antivirus median of €49.95. |
| Offer | 9.0Extras add vpn and password manager, a 30 day trial and a 60 day money-back window. | 9.1Higher |
| Privacy | 9.8 | 9.9Higher |
Side by side, item by item
| Extras | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| VPN | Yes | Yes |
| Password manager | Yes | Yes |
| Parental controls | No | Yes |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 27 of 232 | 20 of 232 |
| Antivirus software | 18 of 92 | 15 of 92 |
| Password managers | 18 of 69 | 14 of 69 |
| Identity theft protection | 16 of 117 | 11 of 117 |
| Privacy tools | 25 of 280 | 67 of 280 |
| Parental control apps | 12 of 59 | 9 of 59 |
| Free VPNs | 23 of 189 | 16 of 189 |
| Free antivirus | 14 of 62 | 11 of 62 |
Where these facts come from
Avira
- avira.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- e-shop.avira.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Norton
- us.norton.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Legal entity | Avira Operations GmbH | Gen Digital Inc. |
| Headquarters | Germany | United States |
| Founded | 1986 | 1982Lower |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
VPN
| Fact | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | €5.95 | $34.99 |
| Long-term plan price | €4.00 | Not confirmed |
| Server countries | 36 | from 100 |
| No-logs audit | Not confirmed | VerSprite, July 2025 (Technical Privacy Impact Assessment) |
| Features | No logs, Streaming, TravelCovers more | No logs, Streaming |
| Jurisdiction | DE | Not confirmed |
| Protocols | Not confirmed | Mimic, WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPsec |
| Features | Kill switch | Screen time, Web filter, Location |
| Streaming services | Streaming services (vendor claim: unblocks access to geo restricted services) | Streaming |
| Owner | Gen Digital Inc. | Gen Digital Inc. |
| Longest plan (months) | 12 months | 24 monthsHigher |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $9.99 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Not confirmed |
| Open source | No | Not confirmed |
| Privacy tool type | Ad blocker, Browser | Not confirmed |
Password managers
| Fact | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Security audit | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) | Not confirmed |
| Encryption | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade | Encrypted online vault; data stored encrypted in the cloud |
Parental controls
| Fact | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly price | Not confirmed | $49.99 |
Identity protection
| Fact | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Credit bureaus monitored | Not confirmed | 1 to 3 |
| Insurance amount | Not confirmed | $1,050,000 to $3,000,000 |
| Family plan price | Not confirmed | $18.75 to $52.50 |
| Free trial length | 30 daysHigher | 7 days |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Avira | Norton | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devices | 5below the median | 1 to 10at the median | 10 |
| Money-back period | 60 dayshighest quarter | 60 dayshighest quarter | 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)
Norton
Pros
- Entry price of $19.99 for Norton Deluxe is well under the antivirus median of €49.95, and renewal at $59.99 still sits low.
- One subscription covers 1 to 10 across Windows, macOS and Android and bundles vpn, password manager and parental controls that would otherwise be separate subscriptions.
- A free version of the apps lets you try the security side before paying, with a free trial of 7 days and a money back window of 60 days.
Cons
- Renewal sits well above entry: Norton Deluxe jumps from $19.99 to $59.99, and many antivirus plans renew under €3.97 a month.
- The Norton Deluxe device allowance of 1 to 10 is behind the antivirus median of 10, while Apple covers more device types through iOS, iPadOS and macOS.
- Support runs on phone, help centre and community, so help is by phone, help centre and community only.
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.
Norton
Who it suits
- Households wanting vpn, password manager and parental controls bundled into one subscription rather than bought separately.
- Apple households already inside iOS, iPadOS and macOS who want protection that extends beyond their own devices.
- Buyers who want a free version of the apps, a free trial of 7 days and a money back window of 60 days before committing.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers on a strict budget who only want a password manager, at $9.99 on its own.
- Buyers who need a device allowance above the antivirus median of 10.
- People who want a US supplier replaced by a European option, since US is the stated headquarters country.
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
Norton
Current offer
First period offer
Norton AntiVirus Plus limited-time offer: $19.99 first year (66% off, $59.99 renewal)
US annual subscription, auto-renews at $59.99/year unless the renewal is cancelled
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Norton 360 Deluxe limited-time offer: $29.99 first year (76% off, $124.99 renewal)
US annual subscription for 5 devices, auto-renews at $124.99/year unless the renewal is cancelled; works out as $2.50/month
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Norton 360 Standard limited-time offer: $24.99 first year (73% off, $94.99 renewal)
US annual subscription for 3 devices, auto-renews at $94.99/year unless the renewal is cancelled
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Norton free trials
A payment method is required at sign-up and will be charged at the end of the trial period, unless cancelled first
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Avira | Norton |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | No | Yes |
| Canada | No | Yes |
| France | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| Ireland | No | Yes |
| Italy | No | Yes |
| Japan | No | Yes |
| Netherlands | No | Yes |
8 of 12 countries where either is available.
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.
Norton
How much is Norton Deluxe for the first year?+
Norton Deluxe costs $19.99 for the first year. That is the introductory figure, not the ongoing one, and it sits under the antivirus median of €49.95. Several Norton products are sold separately, so the plan you choose changes the entry price.
What does Norton Deluxe cost when it renews?+
Norton Deluxe renews at $59.99, so the price roughly triples once the first term ends. That renewal is still low among antivirus plans, where comparable products sit around €3.97 a month. Budget for the renewal figure rather than the entry price.
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