Kaspersky Antivirus vs Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Kaspersky Antivirus
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| Figure | Kaspersky Antivirus | Microsoft Defender Antivirus |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.25/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 8 |
| Spec score · Antivirus software | 9.3 (#3) | 6.9 (#104) |
| Founded | 1997 | 1975 |
| Headquarters | Zurich, Switzerland | Redmond, Washington, USA |
| Parental controls | Yes | No |
| Password manager | Yes | No |
| Protection scope | complete security | antivirus |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS,Android,iOS,Linux | Windows 10,Windows 11 |
Plans
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
Microsoft Defender Antivirus
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus built into WindowsPrice not published
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus built into WindowsPriced on request
- Microsoft 365 PersonalPriced on request
- Microsoft 365 PersonalPrice not published
- Microsoft 365 FamilyPrice not published
- Microsoft 365 FamilyPriced on request
- Microsoft 365 PremiumPrice not published
- Microsoft 365 PremiumPriced on request
In their own words
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.
Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Microsoft Defender Antivirus has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.