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Head-to-head · Anti Malware Software

Dr.Web KATANA vs 360 Total Security

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Dr.Web KATANA #4 in Anti Malware Software 8.7/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Dr.Web
360 Total Security #7 in Anti Malware Software 8.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit site

Dr.Web KATANA leads on 0 checks, 360 Total Security on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDr.Web KATANA · 8.7/10
  • Free planonly 360 Total Security
  • Free trialonly Dr.Web KATANA

Dr.Web KATANA scores higher on our rubric for anti malware software: 8.7 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.

360 Total Security offers free plan; Dr.Web KATANA doesn't.

Dr.Web KATANA is the better fit for low-cost behavioral protection for one Windows PC. 360 Total Security is the better fit for free Windows users wanting an all-in-one toolkit.

  • Dr.Web KATANA fits best

    Low-cost behavioral protection for one Windows PC

  • 360 Total Security fits best

    Free Windows users wanting an all-in-one toolkit

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Side by side

Feature Dr.Web KATANA 8.7/10 Visit ↗ 360 Total Security 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.2
Ranking #4 in Anti Malware Software #7 in Anti Malware Software
Best for Low-cost behavioral protection for one Windows PC Free Windows users wanting an all-in-one toolkit
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $9.30/device/yr —
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Desktop Desktop
Platforms Windows Windows
Support Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Dr.Web KATANA 1/4 · 360 Total Security 1/4
Real-time protection Not checked yet Not checked yet
Ransomware protection ✓ ✓
Scheduled scans Not checked yet Not checked yet
Behavior monitoring Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Maximum devices Not checked yet Not checked yet
Platform coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Uses real-time behavioral analysis and cloud reputation data
  • Detects ransomware activity and offers exploit and zero-day protection
  • Can operate alongside third-party antivirus software
  • Free Essential plan includes ransomware protection, cleanup, and sandboxing
  • Multiple antivirus engines plus layered malware and phishing protection
  • Includes Wi-Fi checks, startup optimization, cleanup, and patch assistance
Cons
  • Supports Windows only
  • Each listed plan covers one PC
  • Focused on preventive antivirus protection rather than a broader security suite
  • Windows only, with no support for other listed platforms
  • Premium is required for privacy antitracker and firewall features
  • Combines security with maintenance tools rather than focusing only on malware
Our verdict

Dr.Web KATANA is a Windows desktop antivirus designed as an additional layer for personal computers, including laptops, netbooks and tablets. It is aimed at buyers who want preventive protection based on behavior and cloud reputation…

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360 Total Security combines antivirus protection and PC maintenance in a Windows desktop suite. Its free Essential edition is aimed at home users who want malware scanning alongside practical system tools, while the vendor also positions…

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  1. Dr.Web KATANAAnti Malware Software 8.730-day trial
  2. 360 Total SecurityAnti Malware Software 8.2Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Dr.Web KATANA — where it wins

    • Uses real-time behavioral analysis and cloud reputation data
    • Detects ransomware activity and offers exploit and zero-day protection
    • Can operate alongside third-party antivirus software

    Where it doesn't

    • Supports Windows only
    • Each listed plan covers one PC
    • Focused on preventive antivirus protection rather than a broader security suite

  • 360 Total Security — where it wins

    • Free Essential plan includes ransomware protection, cleanup, and sandboxing
    • Multiple antivirus engines plus layered malware and phishing protection
    • Includes Wi-Fi checks, startup optimization, cleanup, and patch assistance

    Where it doesn't

    • Windows only, with no support for other listed platforms
    • Premium is required for privacy antitracker and firewall features
    • Combines security with maintenance tools rather than focusing only on malware
  • Dr.Web KATANA8.7/10 · 30-day trial

    A focused Windows protection layer with behavioral detection and a low annual per-device price.

    Visit Dr.WebFull verdict →
  • 360 Total Security8.2/10 · Free plan

    A free Windows security suite that pairs malware protection with cleanup and maintenance tools.

    Visit siteFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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