Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Avira (Gen Digital) vs Keeper Secrets Manager
Avira (Gen Digital)
Keeper Secrets Manager
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Avira (Gen Digital) vs Keeper Secrets Manager: the differences
| Compare | Avira (Gen Digital)ReviewVisitVisit | Keeper Secrets ManagerReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, Web vault, Browser extension (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera, Brave), iOS, Android, Command line interface (Commander CLI, Secrets Manager CLI), KeeperChat, KeeperDBCovers more |
| Security audit | AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives test certifications, antivirus products only (2020) | SOC 2, ISO 27001/27017/27018, FIPS 140-3, FedRAMP High; quarterly third-party penetration testing |
| Encryption | 256-bit encryption, bank-grade | AES 256-bit plus elliptic-curve cryptography, zero-knowledge, device-level and record-level encryption |
| Features | Kill switch | TOTP |
| Family plan | Not confirmed | 5 private vaults, up to 5 users, 10 GB secure file storage |
| Passkeys | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Free plan (Yes).
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Key differences
- Keeper Secrets Manager scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.1.
- Platforms: only Keeper Secrets Manager offers Linux, Web vault, Browser extension (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera, Brave).
- Support channels: only Keeper Secrets Manager offers Chat.
- Pricing model: only Keeper Secrets Manager offers Budget.
- Features: only Avira (Gen Digital) offers Kill switch.
- Features: only Keeper Secrets Manager offers TOTP.
Our verdict on each
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.
Keeper Secrets Manager
Keeper Secrets Manager suits households that want a free plan beside a paid tier, and buyers who read audit certificates before signing up.
Score breakdown
| Area | Avira (Gen Digital) | Keeper Secrets Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1The renewal price is €4.00 against €3.97 for the field, and the first-year antivirus price is €47.95. | 9.3Higher |
| Offer | 8.6A free VPN tier, a free antivirus version, a free password manager plan, and support on email, phone and help centre. | 9.6Higher |
| Privacy | 9.9 | Not confirmed |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Avira (Gen Digital) | Keeper Secrets Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Authenticator apps | 15 of 55 | 10 of 55 |
Where these facts come from
Avira (Gen Digital)
- avira.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- e-shop.avira.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Keeper Secrets Manager
- keepersecurity.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Avira (Gen Digital) | Keeper Secrets Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Free, BudgetCovers more |
| Legal entity | Avira Holding GmbH | Keeper Security, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Germany | United States |
| Founded | 1986 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Antivirus
| Fact | Avira (Gen Digital) | Keeper Secrets Manager |
|---|---|---|
| First-year price | €47.95 | Not confirmed |
| Renewal price | €4.00 | Not confirmed |
| Devices | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Free version | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Extras | VPN, Password manager | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 60 days | Not confirmed |
Pros and cons
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
Keeper Secrets Manager
Pros
- A free plan is available, and free and budget places Keeper in the free and budget segment, so a start costs nothing.
- Passkeys are supported and totp adds verification codes, covering the usual second factor inside the vault.
- Platforms span Windows, macOS and Linux, so the same account covers desktop, mobile, browser and command line.
Cons
- Its feature list is short, totp, so verification codes and passkeys are the extras rather than a wide menu.
- Plan capacity is fixed: the family plan includes 5 private vaults, up to 5 users, 10 GB secure file storage, so larger households plan around those limits.
- Budget buyers should compare tiers first: the site median entry price is €6.84 and the monthly median is €7.89.
Who each suits
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
Keeper Secrets Manager
Who it suits
- People who want to try before paying: the free plan is available, and free and budget puts Keeper in the free and budget segment.
- Mixed device households, since clients run for Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Buyers who check certifications first, given the SOC and ISO audits, FedRAMP High and quarterly third-party penetration testing.
Who should look elsewhere
- Total Password does not offer a free plan, so it suits people ready to pay from the start.
- Apple Inc. covers iOS, iPadOS and macOS, so it is the pick for Apple-only setups rather than the wider Windows, macOS and Linux.
- ESET Brasil covers Windows, Windows Server and macOS including Windows Server, a platform the Keeper list does not name.
Current offers
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
Keeper Secrets Manager
Current offer
Free trial
30-day free trial: 30 days free
Personal and family plans, via get-keeper.html signup
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
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.
Keeper Secrets Manager
What does Keeper cost, and what do I pay at renewal?+
Keeper has a free plan, and free and budget places it in the free and budget segment, so entry can cost nothing. Across the site the median entry price is €6.84 and the monthly median is €7.89. Read your chosen tier's renewal figure too, since a long-term rate can differ from the first one.
Is Keeper independently audited, and who runs it?+
The operator, Keeper Security, Inc., is based in the United States. It publishes SOC and ISO certifications plus FedRAMP High, and it runs quarterly third-party penetration testing. Data is encrypted with AES and elliptic-curve cryptography at device and record level, so stored records stay readable to the account holder.
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