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Head-to-head · Antivirus Software

Bitdefender Total Security vs 360 Total Security

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Bitdefender Total Security #2 in Antivirus Software 8.5/10 From $59.99/yr · 30-day trial ✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Bitdefender
360 Total Security #69 in Antivirus Software 4.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 3 features Visit site

Bitdefender Total Security leads on 3 checks, 360 Total Security on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBitdefender Total Security · 8.5/10
  • Free planonly 360 Total Security
  • Most featuresBitdefender Total Security · 3 of 3

Bitdefender Total Security scores higher on our rubric for antivirus software: 8.5 against 4.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #69.

360 Total Security offers free plan; Bitdefender Total Security doesn't. Bitdefender Total Security leads on device limit: 25 devices versus 1 devices. Bitdefender Total Security offers parental controls; 360 Total Security doesn't. Bitdefender Total Security offers password manager; 360 Total Security doesn't.

Bitdefender Total Security is the better fit for families wanting multi-device security. 360 Total Security is the better fit for free users wanting cleanup and business controls.

  • Bitdefender Total Security fits best

    Families wanting multi-device security

  • 360 Total Security fits best

    Free users wanting cleanup and business controls

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Side by side

Feature Bitdefender Total Security 8.5/10 Visit ↗ 360 Total Security 4.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.5 4.4
Ranking #2 in Antivirus Software #69 in Antivirus Software
Best for Families wanting multi-device security Free users wanting cleanup and business controls
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $59.99/yr Not published
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Money-back guarantee 30 days 30 days
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Desktop
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Windows
Support Docs · 24/7 Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Bitdefender Total Security 3/3 · 360 Total Security 1/3
Ransomware protection ✓ ✓
Parental controls ✓ (best) —
Password manager ✓ (best) —
Specs
Protection scope Complete security Complete security
Device limit 25 devices (best) 1 devices
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Windows
Our review
Pros
  • Protects Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices
  • Combines ransomware remediation, firewall, and anti-phishing
  • Family plan covers 25 devices and includes parental controls
  • 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.
Cons
  • There is no free plan
  • The included VPN is limited to 200 MB per day
  • Parental controls require a Family plan
  • 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.
Our verdict

Bitdefender Total Security is a consumer security suite for Windows PCs, Macs, Android devices, and iPhones or iPads. It combines real-time anti-malware protection with web attack prevention, anti-phishing, firewall and network threat…

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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,…

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  1. Bitdefender Total SecurityAntivirus Software 8.5From $59.99/yr · 30-day trial
  2. 360 Total SecurityAntivirus Software 4.4Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Bitdefender Total Security — where it wins

    • Protects Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices
    • Combines ransomware remediation, firewall, and anti-phishing
    • Family plan covers 25 devices and includes parental controls

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan
    • The included VPN is limited to 200 MB per day
    • Parental controls require a Family plan

  • 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.
  • Bitdefender Total Security8.5/10 · From $59.99/yr · 30-day trial

    A broad security suite for families protecting PCs, Macs, phones, and tablets.

    Visit BitdefenderFull verdict →
  • 360 Total Security4.4/10 · Free plan

    A broad free security suite with useful cleanup, protection, and device-management tools.

    Visit siteFull verdict →

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