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Head-to-head · Antivirus for Mac

Avast One vs CrowdStrike Falcon Pro

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Avast One #1 in Antivirus for Mac 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Avast One
CrowdStrike Falcon Pro #8 in Antivirus for Mac 8.5/10 15-day trial Free trial✓ 2 of 5 features Visit CrowdStrike

Avast One leads on 1 check, CrowdStrike Falcon Pro on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAvast One · 9.3/10
  • Free planonly Avast One
  • Free trialonly CrowdStrike Falcon Pro
  • Most featuresCrowdStrike Falcon Pro · 2 of 5

Avast One scores higher on our rubric for antivirus for mac: 9.3 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

Avast One offers free plan; CrowdStrike Falcon Pro doesn't.

Avast One is the better fit for broad, affordable multi-device protection. CrowdStrike Falcon Pro is the better fit for organizations needing advanced endpoint response.

  • Avast One fits best

    Broad, affordable multi-device protection

  • CrowdStrike Falcon Pro fits best

    Organizations needing advanced endpoint response

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Side by side

Feature Avast One 9.3/10 Visit ↗ CrowdStrike Falcon Pro 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.5
Ranking #1 in Antivirus for Mac #8 in Antivirus for Mac
Best for Broad, affordable multi-device protection Organizations needing advanced endpoint response
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price — $99.99/device/yr
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — 15 days
Money-back guarantee 30 days 30 days
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Community, Docs Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs
Compliance GDPR SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Avast One 1/5 · CrowdStrike Falcon Pro 2/5
Ransomware protection ✓ ✓
Phishing protection Not checked yet Not checked yet
Real-time protection Not checked yet ✓ (best)
VPN included Not checked yet Not checked yet
Password manager Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Coverage scope Not checked yet Multi-device
Devices included Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes essential antivirus and security features
  • Covers Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS under one account
  • Adds ransomware, phishing, VPN, firewall, and breach monitoring tools
  • Continuous macOS monitoring with alerting and remote remediation
  • Centralized firewall management and USB device control
  • Protection across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Cons
  • Paid features are divided across modules and multiple tiers
  • The free plan does not represent the broadest listed protection
  • Privacy-control tools for data-broker removal are limited to the United States
  • No free plan for individual or budget-conscious users
  • Enterprise-oriented controls may exceed simple Mac antivirus needs
  • Annual billing is listed at $99.99 per device
Our verdict

Avast One is a consumer security application for individuals and families who want antivirus, privacy, scam protection, and device maintenance in one service. It supports Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, making it relevant for households…

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CrowdStrike Falcon Pro is a cloud-delivered endpoint security bundle for businesses that need more than basic Mac antivirus. It combines next-generation antivirus and ransomware protection with device control, mobile device protection,…

Read the review →
  1. Avast OneAntivirus for Mac 9.3Free plan
  2. CrowdStrike Falcon ProAntivirus for Mac 8.515-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Avast One — where it wins

    • Free plan includes essential antivirus and security features
    • Covers Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS under one account
    • Adds ransomware, phishing, VPN, firewall, and breach monitoring tools

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid features are divided across modules and multiple tiers
    • The free plan does not represent the broadest listed protection
    • Privacy-control tools for data-broker removal are limited to the United States

  • CrowdStrike Falcon Pro — where it wins

    • Continuous macOS monitoring with alerting and remote remediation
    • Centralized firewall management and USB device control
    • Protection across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan for individual or budget-conscious users
    • Enterprise-oriented controls may exceed simple Mac antivirus needs
    • Annual billing is listed at $99.99 per device

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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