Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Intego vs Avira (Gen Digital)
Intego
Avira (Gen Digital)
Higher score in this comparison
Where Intego and Avira (Gen Digital) differ
| Compare | IntegoReviewVisitVisit | Avira (Gen Digital)ReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 5Higher | 1 |
| Platforms | MacOS, Windows, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOSCovers more |
| Extras | VPN | VPN, Password managerCovers more |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 60 daysHigher |
| First-year price | Not confirmed | €47.95 |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | €4.00 |
| Free version | Not confirmed | Yes |
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Key differences
- Avira (Gen Digital) scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.9.
- Devices is higher at Intego: 5 vs 1.
- Platforms: only Avira (Gen Digital) offers Android.
- Extras: only Avira (Gen Digital) offers Password manager.
- Money-back period is higher at Avira (Gen Digital): 60 days vs 30 days.
Our verdict on each
Intego
Intego suits Mac centered households that also keep Windows and mobile gear under careful cover, with VPN cover bundled for everyday privacy. Coverage extends across 5 with support through email, chat and help centre and a heritage tied to 1997 for added reassurance daily use.
Avira (Gen Digital)
Avira (Gen Digital) suits readers who want a free tier or a short-term plan from a long-established security vendor, not readers shopping on server spread. VPN Pro costs €5.95 a month, with server coverage across 36 countries.
Score breakdown
| Area | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.1The renewal price is €4.00 against €3.97 for the field, and the first-year antivirus price is €47.95. |
| Offer | 8.8HigherExtended choice through 24 plus reassurance of 30 for cautious buyers | 8.6A free VPN tier, a free antivirus version, a free password manager plan, and support on email, phone and help centre. |
| Privacy | 9.0Defined corporate footing under Intego, Inc. with jurisdiction in US | 9.9Higher |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 5 | 1 |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 60 days |
Licences and countries
| Country | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Germany |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| VPNs | 9 of 232 | 30 of 232 |
| Antivirus software | 10 of 93 | 18 of 93 |
| Free VPNs | 8 of 189 | 25 of 189 |
| Free antivirus | 8 of 62 | 12 of 62 |
A third option
NordVPN Threat Protection has devices at 10, against 5 for Intego and 1 for Avira (Gen Digital).
NordVPN Threat Protection reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Free |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Avira Holding GmbH |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Germany |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1986 |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community |
VPN
| Fact | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | €5.95 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | €4.00 |
| Server countries | Not confirmed | 36 |
| Features | No logs, Streaming, Travel | No logs, Streaming, Travel |
| Jurisdiction | US | DE |
| Protocols | Lightway | Not confirmed |
| Features | Kill switch | Kill switch |
| Streaming services | Browse, stream, and work without slowdown | Streaming services (vendor claim: unblocks access to geo restricted services) |
| Owner | Not confirmed | Gen Digital Inc. |
| Longest plan (months) | 24 monthsHigher | 12 months |
Password managers
| Fact | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Security audit | Not confirmed | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) |
| Encryption | Not confirmed | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-year price | Not confirmed | €47.95below the median | €65.88 |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | €4.00lowest quarter | €93.48 |
| Devices | 5below the median | 1lowest quarter | 10 |
| Money-back period | 30 daysat the median | 60 dayshighest quarter | 30 days |
Median across 52 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Intego
Pros
- Covers 5 on macOS, Windows and iOS, keeping Apple desktops together with Windows and mobile in a unified household plan
- Bundled privacy through VPN adds everyday VPN cover alongside core antivirus protection
- Help sits close via email, chat and help centre with help centre material for guided setup and billing queries
Cons
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, so callers seeking voice help must use chat or email paths
- Platform cover stays within macOS, Windows and iOS, so Android heavy homes may prefer Acronis with Windows, macOS and Android
- Device allowance of 5 may feel tight for larger homes compared with ESET Brasil range of 1 to 25
Avira (Gen Digital)
Pros
- Free plan on the password manager and a free version of the antivirus, plus a free VPN model
- VPN Pro carries a 60 day money-back guarantee
- Password manager protection uses 256-bit encryption, bank-grade in the same bundle
Cons
- One device at a time on the VPN checkout, below the 8 for VPN plans
- Server spread of 36 countries trails the 46.5 across VPN plans
Who each suits
Intego
Who it suits
- Mac led homes that prefer Intego over Apple Inc. platform tools for bundled antivirus plus VPN
- Mixed Apple plus Windows homes that prefer Intego over Acronis for focused Apple cover
- Small households that prefer Intego over ESET Brasil for tidy cover at 5
Who should look elsewhere
- Android heavy households that should choose Acronis for Windows, macOS and Android breadth beyond Intego limits
- Very large device fleets that should choose ESET Brasil for 1 to 25 range above 5
Avira (Gen Digital)
Who it suits
- Readers who want a free VPN or free antivirus tier to start with
- People already inside the Gen Digital security bundle
- Travelers who mainly need a working connection, not a wide server choice
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple Inc. if you want a much lower monthly outlay from Apple services
- ESET Brasil if you need a wider device allowance than a single connection
- Sinew Software Systems if broad device coverage matters more than antivirus features
Current offers
Intego
Avira (Gen Digital)
Current offer
Free trial
Try for 1 month: 1 month
Payment method required; paid monthly subscription starts when the trial ends unless cancelled
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
45% off Avira Prime: 45% off
Site-wide offer banner on Avira product pages; subscription automatically renews
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Intego | Avira (Gen Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Yes | No |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Japan | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Intego
Which systems and devices does Intego cover?+
Intego covers macOS, Windows and iOS across 5, which suits Apple led homes that also run Windows PCs and iPhones alongside Macs. Coverage stays inside those systems, so check household gear before purchase and confirm phones, laptops and desktops align with supported systems for smooth setup and daily protection.
Does Intego include a VPN or other extras?+
Intego bundles VPN alongside core antivirus cover, which helps households seeking privacy plus malware defence in a combined plan. The extra suits daily browsing and streaming needs, though households wanting password tools or parental extras should compare closely and weigh whether bundled VPN cover meets expectations.
Avira (Gen Digital)
What does the Avira VPN cost each month?+
VPN Pro is €5.95 on the monthly subscription and €4.00 on the longest plan, which runs 12 months. The renewal price matches the long-term figure, so the annual rate is the one to watch. A free plan is also available.
How many devices can use the Avira VPN at once?+
The VPN checkout lists 1 device at a time, well under the 8 for VPN plans. Households with several phones and laptops will need a plan with a wider device allowance than this one.
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