Head-to-head · Antivirus Software
Avira Free Security vs 360 Total Security
Avira Free Security leads on 1 check, 360 Total Security on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAvira Free Security · 6.6/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresAvira Free Security · 2 of 3
Avira Free Security scores higher on our rubric for antivirus software: 6.6 against 4.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #28 and #58.
On protection scope, 360 Total Security gives you Complete security where Avira Free Security offers Internet security. Avira Free Security offers password manager; 360 Total Security doesn't.
Avira Free Security is the better fit for free, multi-platform personal antivirus. 360 Total Security is the better fit for free users wanting cleanup and business controls.
- Avira Free Security fits best
Free, multi-platform personal antivirus
- 360 Total Security fits best
Free users wanting cleanup and business controls
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Side by side
| Feature | Avira Free Security 6.6/10 Visit ↗ | 360 Total Security 4.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 6.6 | 4.2 |
| Ranking | #28 in Antivirus Software | #58 in Antivirus Software |
| Best for | Free, multi-platform personal antivirus | Free users wanting cleanup and business controls |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS | Windows |
| Features Avira Free Security 2/3 · 360 Total Security 1/3 | ||
| Ransomware protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parental controls | — | — |
| Password manager | ✓ (best) | — |
| Specs | ||
| Protection scope | Internet security | Complete security |
| Device limit | Not checked yet | 1 devices |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS | Windows |
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| Our verdict | Avira Free Security is a free consumer security package for protecting devices against malware and ransomware. Its coverage spans Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, with features that include full virus scanning, real-time antivirus… Read the review → |
360 Total Security is an antivirus and PC security suite aimed at Windows users who want malware protection alongside cleanup and system utilities. Its Essential edition is free and includes virus detection, full protection,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Avira Free Security — where it wins
- Free plan covers Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS
- Combines real-time, ransomware, browser, and virus protection
- Adds VPN, password management, cleanup, and update tools
Where it doesn't
- Feature availability varies by operating system
- Parental controls are not included
- The free package is aimed at consumers rather than broader security needs
360 Total Security — where it wins
- Free Essential edition includes virus detection, cleanup, and sandboxing.
- Multiple security engines support malware, phishing, and ransomware protection.
- Business tools centralize device management, policies, and threat alerts.
Where it doesn't
- Coverage is focused on Windows, Android, iOS, and Chrome extension.
- Premium adds Cleanup Pro but does not broaden the listed platform coverage.
- The suite may offer more utilities than users seeking antivirus-only protection need.
- Avira Free Security6.6/10 · Free plan
A broad free antivirus package for personal protection across four major platforms.
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A broad free security suite with useful cleanup, protection, and device-management tools.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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