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Bitdefender Antivirus Plus vs FortiClient

Bitdefender Antivirus Plus

bitdefender.com

FortiClient

fortinet.com

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FigureBitdefender Antivirus PlusFortiClient
Price from$2.08/moFree
Free plan—Yes
Free trialYesYes
Open source——
WindowsYesYes
macOSYesYes
Linux—Yes
iOSYesYes
AndroidYesYes
Plans published44
Spec score · Antivirus software9.1 (#5)8.9 (#13)
Founded20012000
Free planYesNo
HeadquartersBucharest, RomaniaSunnyvale, California, United States
Password managerNoNo
Protection scopeinternet securitycomplete security
Ransomware protectionYesYes
SupportThe product page says expert assistance is available 24/7.FortiCare offers 24x7 support options, and FortiClient services include endpoint onboarding, provisioning, Security Fabric setup, vulnerability monitoring, and endpoint security monitoring.
Supported platformsWindows,macOS,iOS,AndroidWindows,macOS,Linux,iOS,Android
TrialThe maker offers a free 30-day full trial with no credit card required.Fortinet says licensed FortiClient EMS is available to try through a trial request on its downloads page.

Plans

Bitdefender Antivirus Plus

  • Antivirus Plus, 1 device$24.99 a year
  • Antivirus Plus, 3 devices$29.99 a year
  • Bitdefender Antivirus Plus Multiplatform — 1 device$24.99 a year
  • Bitdefender Antivirus Plus Multiplatform — 3 devices$29.99 a year

Bitdefender Antivirus Plus pricing →

FortiClient

  • FortiClient VPN-onlyFree
  • FortiClient EPP/APT EditionPriced on request
  • FortiClient Standalone EditionPriced on request
  • FortiClient ZTNA EditionPriced on request

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In their own words

Bitdefender Antivirus Plus

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 On Windows PCs, Vulnerability Assessment checks for outdated or vulnerable software, missing Windows security patches, and potentially unsafe settings.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.

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FortiClient

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