Updated October 14, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Avira vs Proton Pass
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Avira |  Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan limits | 500 MB/month data (Phantom VPN free) | Unlimited logins, notes, credit cards and devices; 10 hide-my-email aliases; passkeys on all devices; no vault or item sharing |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web app, Chrome extension, Safari extension, Firefox extension, Edge extension, Brave extension, Command line interface |
| Logging policy | Strict no-logs policy; browsing activity not tracked and data not sold to third parties | No permanent IP logs by default; temporary IP logs kept to combat abuse and fraud; authentication logging off by default; Proton states it has no technical means to access encrypted passwords or notes |
| Jurisdiction | DE | CH |
| Open source | No | YesHas it |
| Price from | Not confirmed | $4.99 |
| Privacy tool type | Ad blocker, Browser | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Free plan (Yes).
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Key differences
- Avira scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.0.
- Platforms: only Avira offers Mac.
- Platforms: only Proton Pass offers MacOS, Linux, Web app.
- Open source: only Proton Pass.
- Founded is lower at Avira: 1986 vs 2014.
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.
Proton Pass
Proton Pass’s listed free-plan features include unlimited logins, notes and credit cards, unlimited devices, 10 hide-my-email aliases, and passkey support. The provider also lists apps for Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux, and says all fields, including usernames and web addresses, are encrypted. These are provider descriptions, not an independent security assessment.
Score breakdown
| Area | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1HigherMonthly billing sits at €5.95, and renewal at €87.95 outweighs the lower entry price. | 9.0 |
| Offer | 9.0Extras add vpn and password manager, a 30 day trial and a 60 day money-back window. | 9.1Higher |
| Privacy | 9.8Higher | 9.0 |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Password managers | 18 of 69 | 9 of 69 |
| Privacy tools | 25 of 280 | 12 of 280 |
| Authenticator apps | 15 of 55 | 7 of 55 |
Where these facts come from
Avira
- avira.com: 10 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- e-shop.avira.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Proton Pass
- proton.me: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- privacyjournal.net: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Legal entity | Avira Operations GmbH | Proton AG |
| Headquarters | Germany | Switzerland |
| Founded | 1986Lower | 2014 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Help centre, Community |
VPN
| Fact | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | €5.95 | Not confirmed |
| Long-term plan price | €4.00 | Not confirmed |
| Devices | 5 | Not confirmed |
| Server countries | 36 | Not confirmed |
| Features | No logs, Streaming, Travel | Not confirmed |
| Renewal price | €87.95 | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 60 days | Not confirmed |
| Features | Kill switch | TOTP |
| Streaming services | Streaming services (vendor claim: unblocks access to geo restricted services) | Not confirmed |
| Owner | Gen Digital Inc. | Not confirmed |
| Longest plan (months) | 12 months | Not confirmed |
Password managers
| Fact | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Family plan | Not confirmed | Pass Family: up to 6 users, includes 6 Pass Plus accounts and an admin panel |
| Passkeys | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Security audit | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) | Independently audited by third-party experts (Cure53 audit published July 2023), open source under GPLv3, public bug bounty |
| Encryption | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade | End-to-end encryption; 256-bit AES-GCM encrypted vaults; OpenPGP with ECC (Curve25519) for vault keys |
Identity protection
| Fact | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Secure email
| Fact | Avira | Proton Pass |
|---|---|---|
| End-to-end encryption | Not confirmed | All fields end-to-end encrypted: passwords, usernames, web addresses, credit cards, note contents and metadata; 256-bit AES-GCM vaults; only the user can decrypt, Proton cannot |
| Custom domains | Not confirmed | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Avira | Proton Pass | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $4.99below the median | $8 |
Median across 82 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)
Proton Pass
Pros
- The listed free-plan features include unlimited logins, notes and credit cards, plus unlimited devices.
- The provider lists 10 hide-my-email aliases and passkey support.
- Apps are listed for Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux.
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.
Proton Pass
Who it suits
- People who want a password manager with listed apps across desktop and mobile platforms and passkey support.
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
Proton Pass
Current offer
Discount code
40% off Pass Plus: 40% off
Offer link points to the yearly-billing Pass Plus signup; discount applied at signup
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.
How many devices does one Avira subscription cover, and on which platforms?+
A subscription covers 5 devices, and the apps run on Windows, Mac and Android. That fits a small household or one person with a laptop, a phone and a tablet. If you own more hardware than that, you need a wider plan or a different brand.
Proton Pass
Which platforms are listed for Proton Pass apps?+
The provider lists Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux.
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