Head-to-head · Antivirus for Mac
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac vs Intego ONE
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac leads on 0 checks, Intego ONE on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBitdefender Antivirus for Mac · 9.2/10
- Free trialonly Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac
- Most featuresBitdefender Antivirus for Mac · 4 of 5
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac scores higher on our rubric for antivirus for mac: 9.2 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #5.
On coverage scope, Intego ONE gives you Multi-device where Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac offers Mac-only.
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac is the better fit for mac-focused protection at a low annual price. Intego ONE is the better fit for mac users wanting antivirus plus VPN.
- Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac fits best
Mac-focused protection at a low annual price
- Intego ONE fits best
Mac users wanting antivirus plus VPN
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Side by side
| Feature | Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | Intego ONE 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #2 in Antivirus for Mac | #5 in Antivirus for Mac |
| Best for | Mac-focused protection at a low annual price | Mac users wanting antivirus plus VPN |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $24.99/device/yr | $39.99/device/yr |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Browser extension | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | macOS, Chrome extension | macOS, iOS |
| Support | Email, Docs | Live chat, Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac 4/5 · Intego ONE 3/5 | ||
| Ransomware protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Phishing protection | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Real-time protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| VPN included | ✓ | ✓ |
| Password manager | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Coverage scope | Mac-only | Multi-device |
| Devices included | 1 devices | 1 devices |
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| Our verdict | Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac is a paid macOS security application for individual Mac users who want protection for one or three devices. It detects and removes malware such as ransomware, adware, viruses, spyware, Trojans, keyloggers, and… Read the review → |
Intego ONE is a paid security and performance suite for Mac users who want antivirus protection alongside firewall controls, cleanup tools, and VPN access. Its core protection includes real-time malware scanning, suspicious-file… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac — where it wins
- Real-time protection covers viruses and ransomware
- Safe Files and Time Machine Protection help protect backups and files
- 30-day trial available before purchase
Where it doesn't
- Coverage is limited to macOS and a Chrome extension
- Basic VPN is limited to 200 MB/day/device
- Renewal pricing may be higher than first-term pricing
Intego ONE — where it wins
- Real-time scanning with quick, full, scheduled, and custom scan modes
- Firewall rules, traffic monitoring, and suspicious-file quarantine
- Complete adds VPN, iPhone coverage, and Wi-Fi security checks
Where it doesn't
- Coverage is limited to macOS and iOS
- VPN and SmartClean require higher-tier plans
- No free plan is available
- Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac9.2/10 · 30-day trial
Focused Mac protection with ransomware coverage, web defenses, and a 30-day trial.
Visit BitdefenderFull verdict → - Intego ONE8.9/10 · Paid
A focused Mac security suite that adds cleanup and VPN features at higher tiers.
Visit IntegoFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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