Kaspersky Antivirus vs Windows Security
Kaspersky Antivirus
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| Figure | Kaspersky Antivirus | Windows Security |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Spec score · Antivirus software | 9.3 (#3) | 7.4 (#82) |
| Founded | 1997 | 1975 |
| Headquarters | Zurich, Switzerland | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Platforms | The current Windows page lists Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and Linux compatibility. | Microsoft lists Windows 10 and Windows 11 as supported for the Windows Security app. |
| Protection scope | complete security | complete security |
| 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
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.
Windows Security
Windows Security has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.