Bitdefender Total Security vs Kaspersky Plus Internet Security

Bitdefender Total Security9.2Visit KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security8.8Visit

Higher score Bitdefender Total Security #3 in Antivirus Software 9.2/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Bitdefender

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KP Kaspersky Plus Internet Security #6 in Antivirus Software 8.8/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Kaspersky

• Bitdefender Total Security fits best

  Families wanting multi-device security

• Kaspersky Plus Internet Security fits best

  Single-device users wanting a full security suite

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Side by side

Feature	Bitdefender Total Security 9.2/10 Visit ↗	KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	8.8
Ranking	#3 in Antivirus Software	#6 in Antivirus Software
Best for	Families wanting multi-device security	Single-device users wanting a full security suite
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	$59.99/device/yr	30-day trial
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	30 days	30 days
Free trial length	30 days · no card needed	30 days
Money-back guarantee	30 days	30 days
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Windows, macOS, iOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Docs · 24/7	Phone, Tickets, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business
Features Bitdefender Total Security 3/3 · Kaspersky Plus Internet Security 3/3
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Parental controls	✓	✓
Password manager	✓	✓
Specs
Protection scope	Complete security	Complete security
Device limit	25 devices (best)	10 devices
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
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	Covers antivirus, ransomware, firewall, phishing, and payment threats Includes unlimited VPN, password manager, and data-leak checking Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Cons	There is no free plan The included VPN is limited to 200 MB per day Parental controls require a Family plan	The listed Kaspersky Plus plan covers one device There is no free plan Pricing varies by region and includes an introductory offer structure
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… Read the review →	Kaspersky Plus Internet Security is a paid subscription antivirus product for individuals and families who want more than malware detection on a single device. Its security coverage includes real-time antivirus, anti-malware,… Read the review →

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

• Kaspersky Plus Internet Security — where it wins

  • Covers antivirus, ransomware, firewall, phishing, and payment threats
  • Includes unlimited VPN, password manager, and data-leak checking
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

  Where it doesn't

  • The listed Kaspersky Plus plan covers one device
  • There is no free plan
  • Pricing varies by region and includes an introductory offer structure

• Bitdefender Total Security9.2/10 · 30-day trial

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

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• KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security8.8/10 · 30-day trial

  A broad security suite for one device, with VPN and password management included.

  Visit KasperskyFull verdict →