Avira Mobile Security vs Kaspersky Antivirus
Avira Mobile Security
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| Figure | Avira Mobile Security | Kaspersky Antivirus |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $3.25/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Spec score · Antivirus software | 7.5 (#80) | 9.3 (#3) |
| Company history | Avira says it was founded in 1986 by Tjark Auerbach. | Kaspersky’s own history says Kaspersky Lab was established on June 26, 1997. |
| Headquarters | Tettnang, Germany | Zurich, Switzerland |
| Protection scope | internet security | complete security |
| Supported platforms | iOS | Windows,macOS,Android,iOS,Linux |
| VPN | The free app includes a VPN with a traffic limit of 100 MB per day. | Plus and Premium include an unlimited VPN marketed for public Wi-Fi and location privacy. |
Plans
Avira Mobile Security
- Avira Mobile Security for iOSFree
- Avira Mobile Security ProPrice not published
- Avira Prime MobilePrice not published
Kaspersky Antivirus
- Kaspersky Premium$54.99 a year
- Kaspersky Standard$38.99 a year
- Kaspersky Plus$51.99 a year
- Kaspersky Premium$53.99 a year
In their own words
Avira Mobile Security
Avira Mobile Security has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Kaspersky Antivirus
Kaspersky Antivirus is paid security software with a stated protection scope of complete security. Its listed features include ransomware protection, parental controls, and a password manager. The software supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux. The Kaspersky Premium plan covers 3 devices and is listed at $54.99 a year, described as a subsequent renewal price for a Middle East license. A 30-day trial is also listed. Kaspersky Antivirus, the named maker, was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. The device cap and renewal terms are important details for evaluating the plan: the stated annual price applies to a subsequent renewal, and the coverage is limited to three devices. The product page is at kaspersky.com/antivirus.