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Dr.Web alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Dr.Web alternative for most people is Bitdefender (2.8 GPA), second in our ranking of antivirus apps. It's also the best free one.
Dr.Web compared with 5 alternatives: ESET, Kaspersky, Bitdefender, Avira and G DATA Antivirus.
Dr.Web is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $31 per year and up, excluding VAT. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr.WebThis tool | Free trial · from $31/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| ESET | Free trial · from $12.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Android |
| Kaspersky | Free trial · from $64.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Bitdefender | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Avira | Free plan | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android |
| G DATA Antivirus | Free trial · from $29.95/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Dr.Web starts at $2.58 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: ESET.
Kaspersky and Bitdefender score higher without starting lower. G DATA Antivirus starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Dr.Web
ESET
Antivirus and home security plans priced by device count
- ESET starts at $12.99 per year for 1 device (Mobile Security for Android).
- ESET lists no Linux app, which Dr.Web has.
- ESET also covers vPN.
- ESET does not cover site & app blocker, which Dr.Web does.
Suits: Buyers who want a light antivirus for one Windows PC or Mac
Kaspersky
Antivirus suites with a VPN and password manager on higher tiers
- Kaspersky starts at $64.99 per year at renewal (Standard, 1 device), after a first year for $49.99.
- Kaspersky also lists an iOS app.
- Kaspersky also covers password manager, vPN and ad and tracker blocking.
- Kaspersky does not cover site & app blocker, which Dr.Web does.
Suits: Buyers outside the US who want antivirus, VPN and passwords in one plan
Bitdefender
Antivirus suites for computers and phones, with a free Windows tier
- Bitdefender starts at $49.99 per year at renewal (Antivirus Plus, 1 device), after a first year for $24.99.
- Bitdefender has a free plan, which Dr.Web lacks.
- Bitdefender also lists an iOS app.
- Bitdefender lists no Linux app, which Dr.Web has.
- Bitdefender also covers password manager and vPN.
Suits: Windows users who want free real-time antivirus
Avira
Free antivirus suite with a VPN, PC cleaner and password manager
- Avira has a free plan, which Dr.Web lacks.
- Avira also lists an iOS app.
- Avira lists no macOS and Linux apps, which Dr.Web has.
- Avira also covers password manager, vPN and ad and tracker blocking.
- Avira does not cover site & app blocker, which Dr.Web does.
Suits: Windows users who want free antivirus plus cleanup and update tools
G DATA Antivirus
German antivirus suites for Windows, Mac and Android, priced by device
- G DATA Antivirus starts at $29.95 per year for 1 device (Antivirus for Windows).
- G DATA Antivirus also lists an iOS app.
- G DATA Antivirus lists no Linux app, which Dr.Web has.
- G DATA Antivirus also covers vPN.
- G DATA Antivirus does not cover site & app blocker, which Dr.Web does.
Suits: People who want a paid antivirus with a clear step-up from basic to full suite
Limits worth knowing in Dr.Web
- The price changes with the term and the number of computers; the page loads the figure with script, so only the entry price could be read.
- The one-month demo covers one computer and comes with no technical support.
- The Mac and Linux editions list a shorter feature set than the Windows edition.
- Prices exclude VAT, which is added at checkout once a country is chosen.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Dr.Web?
The alternatives to Dr.Web in this directory are ESET, Kaspersky, Bitdefender, Avira and G DATA Antivirus. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Dr.Web.
Is there a free alternative to Dr.Web?
Yes. Bitdefender and Avira have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Dr.Web alternatives work on iOS?
The Dr.Web listing does not include an iOS app. Kaspersky, Bitdefender, Avira and G DATA Antivirus list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.