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Avira alternatives
Avira compared with 5 alternatives: Avast, AVG, Bitdefender, Malwarebytes and TotalAV.
Avira's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 17, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AviraThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android |
| Avast | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| AVG | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Bitdefender | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Malwarebytes | Free plan · from $59.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| TotalAV | From $99/yr | No | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from Avira
- Free plan
Avast
Free antivirus for PC, Mac and phones, with paid Premium and Ultimate
- Only Avast lists a macOS app.
- Only Avast lists a browser extension.
- Avira also covers password manager and ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Windows users who want real-time antivirus without paying
- Free plan
AVG
Free antivirus for Windows, with paid Internet Security and Ultimate
- Only AVG lists a macOS app.
- Only AVG lists a browser extension.
- Avira also covers password manager and ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Windows users who want real-time antivirus without paying
- Free plan · from $49.99/yr
Bitdefender
Antivirus suites for computers and phones, with a free Windows tier
- Only Bitdefender lists a macOS app.
- Avira also covers ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Windows users who want free real-time antivirus
- Free plan · from $59.99/yr
Malwarebytes
Malware scanner and real-time protection, with VPN and ID plans
- Only Malwarebytes lists a macOS app.
- Only Malwarebytes lists a browser extension.
- Avira also covers password manager.
Suits: Cleaning up a computer that is already infected, for free
- From $99/yr
TotalAV
Antivirus with tune-up tools, plus VPN and ad blocking on higher plans
- Avira has a free plan. TotalAV does not.
- Only TotalAV lists a macOS app.
- Only TotalAV lists a browser extension.
- TotalAV also covers disk cleanup.
Suits: Households that want antivirus, VPN and ad blocker in one bill
Limits worth knowing in Avira
- Avira's website and help center refused automated reads on 2026-10-17, so its plan prices are not listed here; check avira.com before buying.
- The free VPN stops at 500 MB a month on Windows and 100 MB a day on Android; unlimited VPN needs a paid plan.
- The iPhone app offers a VPN, web protection, email breach checks and call blocking; its listing does not mention virus scans.
- On Android, web protection and microphone and camera blocking are Pro features; the scanner, VPN allowance and app lock are free.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Avira?
The alternatives to Avira in this directory are Avast, AVG, Bitdefender, Malwarebytes and TotalAV. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Avira.
Is there a free alternative to Avira?
Yes. Avast, AVG, Bitdefender and Malwarebytes have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Avira alternatives work on macOS?
The Avira listing does not include a macOS app. Avast, AVG, Bitdefender, Malwarebytes and TotalAV list one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 17, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.