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Head-to-head · Antivirus for Mac

Norton 360 vs CrowdStrike Falcon Pro

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score Norton 360 #7 in Antivirus for Mac 8.6/10 7-day trial Free trial✓ 2 of 5 features Visit Norton 360
CrowdStrike Falcon Pro #8 in Antivirus for Mac 8.5/10 15-day trial Free trial✓ 2 of 5 features Visit CrowdStrike

Norton 360 leads on 0 checks, CrowdStrike Falcon Pro on 0, and 4 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 scoreNorton 360 · 8.6/10
  • Free trialboth

Norton 360 scores higher on our rubric for antivirus for mac: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

Norton 360 is the better fit for users wanting a broad Norton security suite. CrowdStrike Falcon Pro is the better fit for organizations needing advanced endpoint response.

  • Norton 360 fits best

    Users wanting a broad Norton security suite

  • CrowdStrike Falcon Pro fits best

    Organizations needing advanced endpoint response

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Side by side

Feature Norton 360 8.6/10 Visit ↗ CrowdStrike Falcon Pro 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 8.5
Ranking #7 in Antivirus for Mac #8 in Antivirus for Mac
Best for Users wanting a broad Norton security suite Organizations needing advanced endpoint response
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $94.99/yr $99.99/device/yr
Free plan — —
Free trial 7 days 15 days
Free trial length 7 days · card required 15 days · no card needed
Money-back guarantee 60 days 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Norton 360 2/5 · CrowdStrike Falcon Pro 2/5
Ransomware protection ✓ ✓
Phishing protection Not checked yet Not checked yet
Real-time protection Not checked yet ✓ (best)
VPN included Not checked yet Not checked yet
Password manager ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Specs
Coverage scope Not checked yet Multi-device
Devices included Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines antivirus, ransomware, VPN, password management, and scam protection
  • Adds cloud backup, dark-web monitoring, and smart firewall features
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and web access
  • Continuous macOS monitoring with alerting and remote remediation
  • Centralized firewall management and USB device control
  • Protection across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Cons
  • Annual pricing starts at $94.99, making entry cost relatively high
  • Parental Control is limited to selected plans
  • SafeCam webcam protection is available for Windows only
  • No free plan for individual or budget-conscious users
  • Enterprise-oriented controls may exceed simple Mac antivirus needs
  • Annual billing is listed at $99.99 per device
Our verdict

Norton 360 is a paid subscription security suite for individuals and families using Macs alongside Windows PCs, Android devices, iPhones, or iPads. It combines antivirus and malware protection with ransomware protection, AI-powered scam…

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CrowdStrike Falcon Pro is a cloud-delivered endpoint security bundle for businesses that need more than basic Mac antivirus. It combines next-generation antivirus and ransomware protection with device control, mobile device protection,…

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  1. Norton 360Antivirus for Mac 8.67-day trial
  2. CrowdStrike Falcon ProAntivirus for Mac 8.515-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Norton 360 — where it wins

    • Combines antivirus, ransomware, VPN, password management, and scam protection
    • Adds cloud backup, dark-web monitoring, and smart firewall features
    • Supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and web access

    Where it doesn't

    • Annual pricing starts at $94.99, making entry cost relatively high
    • Parental Control is limited to selected plans
    • SafeCam webcam protection is available for Windows only

  • CrowdStrike Falcon Pro — where it wins

    • Continuous macOS monitoring with alerting and remote remediation
    • Centralized firewall management and USB device control
    • Protection across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan for individual or budget-conscious users
    • Enterprise-oriented controls may exceed simple Mac antivirus needs
    • Annual billing is listed at $99.99 per device

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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