Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Avira vs RoboForm
Avira vs RoboForm: the differences
| Compare |  Avira |  RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, Linux, Chrome OS, Browser extensions (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Internet Explorer, Opera, Brave), Web access |
| Security audit | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) | Third-party penetration testing by Secfault Security (report 2025), plus a bug bounty programme |
| Encryption | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade | AES-256 with PBKDF2 SHA-256, zero-knowledge (local decryption) |
| Features | Kill switch | TOTP |
| Family plan | Not confirmed | Family: up to 5 Premium accounts, unified billing, $3.98/mo billed annually |
| Passkeys | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Free plan (Yes).
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Key differences
- RoboForm scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.2.
- Platforms: only Avira offers Mac.
- Platforms: only RoboForm offers MacOS, Linux, Chrome OS.
- Support channels: only Avira offers Community.
- Support channels: only RoboForm offers Email, Chat, Phone.
- Founded is lower at Avira: 1986 vs 2000.
- Pricing model: only RoboForm offers Budget.
- Features: only Avira offers Kill switch.
- Features: only RoboForm offers TOTP.
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.
RoboForm
RoboForm suits readers who want a long-running password manager with a free plan and a cheap family option, and it has been building vaults since 2000. Its Family plan covers up to five Premium accounts on unified billing, a rare combination of reach and cost.
Score breakdown
| Area | Avira | RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1Monthly billing sits at €5.95, and renewal at €87.95 outweighs the lower entry price. | 9.3Higher |
| Offer | 9.0Extras add vpn and password manager, a 30 day trial and a 60 day money-back window. | 9.3Higher |
| Privacy | 9.8Higher | 9.5 |
Choosing between them
Pick Avira if privacy matter most.
Pick RoboForm if offer matter most.
How they place
| Ranking | Avira | RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| Password managers | 18 of 69 | 10 of 69 |
| Authenticator apps | 15 of 55 | 8 of 55 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Avira | RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Free, BudgetCovers more |
| Legal entity | Avira Operations GmbH | Siber Systems, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Germany | United States |
| Founded | 1986Lower | 2000 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre |
VPN
| Fact | Avira | RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jurisdiction | DE | Not confirmed |
| 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 |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Avira | RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Privacy tool type | Ad blocker, Browser | Not confirmed |
Identity protection
| Fact | Avira | RoboForm |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 30 days | Not confirmed |
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)
RoboForm
Pros
- A free plan is included, and passkeys are supported alongside the listed features.
- Runs on Windows, macOS and iOS, covering desktop, mobile, Linux, Chrome OS and browser extensions.
- The Family plan bundles up to five Premium accounts under unified billing at a low monthly rate.
Cons
- Support runs on email, chat and phone only, with no in-app guidance channel listed.
- The company is run from US under Siber Systems, Inc., so data handling is tied to US jurisdiction.
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.
RoboForm
Who it suits
- Readers who already keep passwords in a long-standing vault and want continuity
- Families sharing one bill across several Premium accounts
- People who need one vault across desktop, mobile and browser extensions
Who should look elsewhere
- Total Password, which has no free plan at all
- Readers who want a plan priced only by usage across a wide server network
- Anyone looking for a product with a published regulator licence in the market
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
RoboForm
Current offer
Discount code
RoboForm Premium Military Discount: 40% off new Premium subscriptions
Military only (Active Duty, Retirees and Veterans); applies to new RoboForm Premium subscriptions
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.
RoboForm
Does RoboForm have a free plan?+
Yes, a free plan is included, and passkeys are supported alongside it. The paid Family plan adds up to five Premium accounts under unified billing, so a free vault can be the starting point before anyone pays. RoboForm is run by Siber Systems, Inc. from US.
What does the Family plan cover?+
The Family plan covers up to five Premium accounts on a single bill, which is the main reason to look past the free plan. It is listed as a budget model option, and the features on the paid tiers include totp. Support for paying customers runs through email, chat and phone.
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