Bitdefender Antivirus Plus vs Bitdefender Total Security

Bitdefender Antivirus Plus Multiplatform protects Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices against malware, ransomware, scams, and other online threats. Real-time detection covers viruses, ransomware, zero-day exploits, rootkits, and spyware. Web protection blocks phishing and fake-shop sites, and layered ransomware protection safeguards documents, pictures, videos, and music from encryption. On Windows PCs, Vulnerability Assessment checks for outdated or vulnerable software, missing Windows security patches, and potentially unsafe settings. Data Breach Detection checks whether email addresses have appeared in known third-party breaches. The included basic VPN allows 200 MB of traffic per day per device; unlimited traffic requires adding Premium VPN. Plans are listed for one or three devices: the first-year prices are $24.99 a year and $29.99 a year, respectively, plus applicable sales tax for the Multiplatform plans. Subscriptions may renew automatically. The maker offers a 30-day full trial without a credit card, says assistance is available 24/7, and says customers may request a refund within 30 days of purchase or renewal.

Bitdefender Total Security is a security suite for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. It provides real-time protection against viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, zero-day exploits, rootkits, and spyware, along with phishing and ransomware protection. The suite includes parental controls, a password manager, and a VPN that encrypts internet traffic; VPN data is limited to 200 MB per day per device. Individual covers five devices under one account, while Family covers 25 devices under five accounts. Family Manager provides a dashboard for settings and real-time alerts. Antispam is available for Microsoft Outlook and Thunderbird, and OneClick Optimizer can free space, clean registries, optimize browsers, and adjust Windows settings. The first-year price is $59.99 per year for Individual and $79.99 per year for Family, plus applicable sales tax. A 30-day trial and full refund within the first 30 days are listed. Bitdefender was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Bucharest, Romania.