CrowdStrike Falcon Pro vs Norton 360

CrowdStrike Falcon Pro combines antivirus prevention, threat visibility, built-in intelligence and response as an antivirus replacement. Its cloud-powered agent is described as lightweight and does not require constant signature updates or on-premises management infrastructure. Falcon Prevent uses AI-powered indicators of attack against known and unknown malware, including fileless attacks. For investigations, Falcon Pro provides process-tree context and detection details for up to 90 days. The plan includes USB device visibility and control, with file metadata and activity context, plus centralized host firewall management for Windows and macOS. Falcon for Mobile protects Android and iOS devices. Response actions include remote endpoint access to contain and remediate threats, and Express Support covers installation and management issues. The listed Falcon Pro plan costs $14.99 a month, billed per device monthly. CrowdStrike advertises a 15-day free trial of Falcon Prevent and Falcon Device Control. Falcon API supports response automation and integrations with SIEM, SOAR or data lakes. CrowdStrike states that its Falcon platform is SOC 2 Type II certified and has 99.99% guaranteed uptime.

Norton 360 is a security suite for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, with plans covering PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones. Listed protections include antivirus, malware, ransomware, hacking, and scam protection, alongside a VPN, password manager, and parental controls. Device allowances and cloud backup vary by plan: Standard lists three devices and 2 GB, Deluxe five and 50 GB, for Gamers three and 50 GB, Premium ten and 100 GB, and LifeLock Select Plus ten and 250 GB. Dark Web Monitoring is included, with regional availability limits, and some features are platform-limited. Mobile Security is included with Deluxe and LifeLock plans. Norton lists free tools and trials, and a 60-day money-back guarantee. The displayed starting price is $94.99/yr. Subscriptions automatically renew after the introductory term; renewal pricing may change, with advance email notice. Listed annual prices range from 94.99 USD for Standard to 189.99 USD for LifeLock Select Plus.