Kaspersky allows you to modify your network properties in great detail. You can allow or deny connections from random ports, block particular connections, set connection rules per application , and more. If you know what you're doing, there's an opportunity to seal the gaps that hackers could exploit. While Bitdefender closely follows Kaspersky, in this particular area, they have fewer customization sliders.
Though, you're still able to tweak application access, rules, and network adapter settings. There's even port scan protection which shuts down anyone who tries to look for loopholes in your network.
In total, Bitdefender has slightly more features , which is enough to give it a narrow edge over Kaspersky. Yet the lead is so slim that it could easily be overturned in the next patch.
So, whichever service you end up choosing, you will be getting similar approaches to malware removal. Ransomware protection is another hot feature nowadays. Both Bitdefender and Kaspersky include anti-ransomware tools , though they are implemented a bit differently. Bitdefender has a Ransomware mitigation feature that creates backups of your files in case your PC becomes infected. Meanwhile, Kaspersky offers a decryption function for your encrypted files and detects ransomware patterns to stop malware in its tracks.
As for network security, both providers add Firewall and other network shields to their suite. In addition, Bitdefender offers public wifi profiles and a wifi security advisor. An exclusive feature that Bitdefender has is the Rescue environment. It will enable you to remove malware types that have penetrated deep into the system files.
In terms of additional features, both providers offer anti-tracker tools, a VPN , file shredders, password managers , and anti-theft tools. You's be hard-pressed to find two services that are more alike. There are some feature differences to consider, too. This is a very convenient addition as you can modify your resource usage according to your activity. This will tell Bitdefender to not bother you with pop-ups and use less processing power.
The only thing that Kaspersky has over Bitdefender is a privacy cleaner. It deletes traces of your activity on the device. The bigger the load on the CPU, the less room for there is for other tasks. Since antiviruses are known for scheduling background scans, this can ruin your experience, especially if you have an older laptop.
Though when we look at the results, it seems that these services put a different level of load on your system. Bitdefender seems to be more CPU-intensive.
That's almost half the usage. The same story repeated with memory. This draws two different usage scenarios — if you're using a really slow and old device, Kaspersky will be a better fit. Bitdefender can be taxing on such systems. It could be argued that it pays off, as it has slightly better malware removal statistics. Let's start this section with a reminder that both of them can be had absolutely for free.
Bitdefender and Kaspersky offer the best free antivirus versions on the market. Of course, they are limited, but if you just want to get rid of malware, both will suit you just fine. Surely, that's an oversimplification, but it's one way to say that Kaspersky is more expensive across the board. When you factor in that overall, you're getting slightly fewer features, the package looks less appealing.
So, suppose you're very budget-cautious and are looking for a better deal. In that case, Bitdefender will deliver a more well-rounded package and for a lower price. I liked Bitdefender's download procedure because I didn't have to be a registered user to get the free version. The installation procedure was pretty simple, too. You're asked to download the installer, which then fetches all the other necessary files through the client.
So, you're installing and downloading at the same time. Kaspersky uses an identical system, so there's no difference between the competitors in this sense. As for the apps, while both providers use different color schemes and have different UI outlines, both will be intuitive for most users. Kaspersky shows everything on one main screen, and if you need advanced options, you can expand the list to find what you need. Bitdefender seems more neatly organized with a side bar where you can find the settings you're looking for according to particular categories.
I think it's a more straightforward solution and might be less confusing than expandable lists. The service also has a user's guide built into the software, making it even easier to pick up. One of the desktop features is using Bitdefender and Kaspersky's scanner independently from the antivirus itself. Both are free and intended to be used as a barebones version of the full suite.
This will be appreciated by users who just want to have a quick scan. The apps themselves will depend the most on your operating system. Obviously, macOS users, as usual, will get the inferior package when compared to what the Windows crowd are getting.
It doesn't really matter how high you'll climb with the pricing tiers. For example, with Kaspersky on macOS, you can tweak or toggle various parameters like the file antivirus, web attack blocker, update outdated apps, and enter the children-safe mode. In addition, macOS Bitdefender allows you to add folders to the watch list to prevent ransomware, add time machine protection, block adware , and block phishing sites. With Windows, you will be getting the entire suite, and both services don't hold anything back.
Both antivirus providers offer basic packages to hook their users before upselling them to something with more features. The good news is that there are big discounts for new users. Any higher, or lower, number of PCs means being charged the full price.
You also get features such as a WiFi scanner, parental controls and a network firewall. Bitdefender is still our best antivirus for Mac thanks to the protection, though. The discounted rate is only available for Total Security on its three-device subscriptions.
You can also protect your family with the Bitdefender Family Plan, which supports 15 devices. First-time subscribers and renewers alike have something positive to look forward to from a Bitdefender subscription. You can subscribe to any Bitdefender package for up to three years with heavy discounts. Like Antivirus Plus, Standard only protects one device, but it allows you to protect a mobile device, too.
It supports up to five, including PCs, Macs and mobile devices. It also increases your cloud storage to 50GB. You can get similar unlimited device protection for less than half the price with Avira Prime read our Avira review. Installing Bitdefender is painless, with few steps and lots of explanation provided en route. The client is clean, simple and effective at explaining the bulk of its features to users.
It offers information on what you need to do and one-click fixes. All in all, Bitdefender offers simplicity for casual users and more advanced settings for the pros. Installation is about on par with Bitdefender. A clean-looking client gives users the choice to switch between tabs, with areas for scanning, configuration, performance and other features like your password manager and safety extensions.
Historically, Norton Antivirus has been seen as a resource hog, and this feature goes some way to dispel that reputation. Norton Antivirus and Bitdefender are two of the most recognizable brands in the market. Both offer that, but Bitdefender makes it much easier to micromanage individual features.
At AV-Test, Bitdefender scored Performance-wise, Bitdefender scored better, with only a 14 percent slowdown compared to the average 19 percent. Overall, AV-Test gave Bitdefender another perfect score, which fits well with our expectations. There were similar results in the AV-Comparatives testing. Though there were two false positives recorded between February and May , Bitdefender blocked threats for a It had a percent pass rate in full spectrum tests from a sample size of , meaning it caught every threat with no false positives.
Though the performance score dropped, the malware protection was close to perfect. It reported a significant 21 false positives , but it blocked Bitdefender was a little faster than Norton, taking about 1 second to automatically fill in my details.
Password Manager Winner: Norton. Secure your passwords with Norton. It also diverts CPU power away from background processes and sends it to your full-screen app or game, resulting in smoother gameplay.
I could see that Norton had optimized my system while the game was active , even minimizing its own impact to boost overall performance. I like that I could manually switch Silent Mode on through the Norton app or configure it to automatically function when I have an app in full-screen. However, Bitdefender does have a slightly higher system impact so Norton is the better choice for gamers. Gaming Winner: Norton. Bitdefender wins in this category for 2 reasons.
I particularly like the Photon feature, which works in the background to constantly monitor and optimize your device. The OneClick Optimizer is also useful. When I tested it, Bitdefender deleted over 1.
Optimization Tools Winner: Bitdefender. Boost performance with Bitdefender! Bitdefender wins in this category as it has several features that provide more security. In contrast, Norton has very few additional features outside of the standard ones that most antiviruses contain. However, I do like the addition of Cloud Backup on all of its plans.
The amount of storage you get depends on the plan you choose, ranging from 10GB to 75GB. Boost security with Bitdefender. This category is a tie as I found that both Norton and Bitdefender are compatible with desktop and mobile operating systems.
Both antiviruses provide a clear and easy-to-navigate interface for Windows and macOS. This means you can make easy changes without worrying about switching off an important setting, reassuring for first-time antivirus users. Both antiviruses have easy-to-use apps for Android and iOS.
These apps are largely designed to scan for existing malware and add a few security features, like anti-phishing and web security. Norton has a few more iOS features than Bitdefender , including call blocking and a privacy report that monitors your personal details. I was pleased to find that both Norton and Bitdefender have excellent customer support.
Bitdefender also has email ticketing as a support option for non-urgent queries and refund requests. The support staff was knowledgeable, and I was given thorough answers that fully resolved my issues. Phone support is equally excellent for both antiviruses. I waited around 10 minutes on hold with both before being connected to support agents, who knew the software extremely well.
The email I received was polite, helpful, and answered my question. Regardless of which antivirus you choose, both Norton and Bitdefender have top-tier customer service for resolving questions quickly and thoroughly.
Try Bitdefender risk-free today! Every Norton plan has real-time protection, firewall, password manager, VPN, and webcam protection. Bitdefender wins this category by default as Norton does not offer a free plan. You can sign up for Bitdefender Free without any credit card details. Try Bitdefender for free! I also found that the process for Norton was a little easier. The agent offered to troubleshoot the software and even add a free month to my subscription in an attempt to get me to reconsider.
However, the agent promptly processed my refund when I confirmed I wanted to cancel. I had the money back in my account in 5 days. In comparison, Bitdefender takes longer to get a refund confirmation. This worried me a bit as I wanted to make sure my cancellation request was within the deadline. After I received confirmation, I had my money back from Bitdefender in 5 days. Norton emerges as the winner and comes out on top in 9 categories. Bitdefender won 3 categories, and the remaining 3 are a tie between the 2 antiviruses.
Both Norton and Bitdefender are excellent choices. Whichever antivirus you choose will protect your devices from existing malware, as well as secure your data from real-time threats. Norton is security-focused , including a firewall, password manager, VPN, and cloud storage with every plan. Bitdefender has more optimization tools. Ultimately, the best way to make sure a product is right for you is to try it for yourself.
You get 60 days to test Norton risk-free using its money-back guarantee.
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