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G DATA Antivirus alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best G DATA Antivirus alternative for most people is Bitdefender (2.8 GPA), second in our ranking of antivirus apps. It's also the best free one.
G DATA Antivirus compared with 5 alternatives: ESET, Bitdefender, Kaspersky, Avira and F-Secure.
G DATA Antivirus is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $29.95 per year for 1 device (Antivirus for Windows). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| G DATA AntivirusThis tool | Free trial · from $29.95/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| ESET | Free trial · from $12.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Android |
| Bitdefender | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Kaspersky | Free trial · from $64.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Avira | Free plan | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android |
| F-Secure | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
G DATA Antivirus starts at $2.50 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.
Bitdefender and Kaspersky score higher without starting lower.
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 G DATA Antivirus
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 iOS app, which G DATA Antivirus has.
Suits: Buyers who want a light antivirus for one Windows PC or Mac
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 G DATA Antivirus lacks.
- Bitdefender also covers password manager.
Suits: Windows users who want free real-time antivirus
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 a Linux app.
- Kaspersky also covers password manager and ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Buyers outside the US who want antivirus, VPN and passwords in one plan
Avira
Free antivirus suite with a VPN, PC cleaner and password manager
- Avira has a free plan, which G DATA Antivirus lacks.
- Avira lists no macOS app, which G DATA Antivirus has.
- Avira also covers password manager and ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Windows users who want free antivirus plus cleanup and update tools
F-Secure
Finnish antivirus and VPN suite that renews at the new-customer price
- F-Secure starts at $49.99 per year for 1 device (Internet Security).
- F-Secure has a free plan, which G DATA Antivirus lacks.
- F-Secure also covers password manager.
Suits: Buyers who want a renewal price that matches the advertised one
Limits worth knowing in G DATA Antivirus
- Ransomware protection, firewall and USB protection are not in Antivirus for Windows or Mac.
- Prices are shown as including VAT.
- Mobile Security for Android is a separate product listed from $9.95; the page does not show its billing period.
- A VPN is a paid add-on in the cart (shown as $59.95 crossed out and $29.97), not part of the suites.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to G DATA Antivirus?
The alternatives to G DATA Antivirus in this directory are ESET, Bitdefender, Kaspersky, Avira and F-Secure. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with G DATA Antivirus.
Is there a free alternative to G DATA Antivirus?
Yes. Bitdefender, Avira and F-Secure have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which G DATA Antivirus alternatives work on Linux?
The G DATA Antivirus listing does not include a Linux app. Kaspersky lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.