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VIPRE alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best VIPRE alternative for most people is Bitdefender (2.8 GPA), second in our ranking of antivirus apps. It's also the best free one.
VIPRE compared with 5 alternatives: ESET, Avira, Bitdefender, Webroot and F-Secure.
VIPRE is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $14.99 per year (Antivirus Plus; page does not say whether this renews). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIPREThis tool | Free trial · from $14.99/yr | Trial only | Windows |
| ESET | Free trial · from $12.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Android |
| Avira | Free plan | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android |
| Bitdefender | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Webroot | Free trial · from $34.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| F-Secure | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
VIPRE starts at $1.25 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.3 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, Webroot and F-Secure 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 VIPRE
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 also lists macOS and Android apps.
Suits: Buyers who want a light antivirus for one Windows PC or Mac
Avira
Free antivirus suite with a VPN, PC cleaner and password manager
- Avira has a free plan, which VIPRE lacks.
- Avira also lists Android and iOS apps.
- Avira also covers password manager and ad and tracker blocking.
Suits: Windows users who want free antivirus plus cleanup and update tools
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 VIPRE lacks.
- Bitdefender also lists macOS, Android and iOS apps.
- Bitdefender also covers password manager.
Suits: Windows users who want free real-time antivirus
Webroot
Lightweight cloud antivirus, with identity and VPN bundles
- Webroot starts at $34.99 per year for 1 device (Essentials), first term; renewal price not stated.
- Webroot also lists macOS, Android and iOS apps.
- Webroot also covers password manager.
Suits: Older or slower PCs that need light antivirus
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 VIPRE lacks.
- F-Secure also lists macOS, Android and iOS apps.
- F-Secure also covers password manager.
Suits: Buyers who want a renewal price that matches the advertised one
Limits worth knowing in VIPRE
- The pricing page does not say how many devices a plan covers or whether the shown yearly price is a first-term price.
- The firewall, phishing protection, patching and privacy features are listed as Windows-compatible only.
- Android Security and Privacy Shield are separate products listed in the home menu; they were not priced here.
- Sold with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to VIPRE?
The alternatives to VIPRE in this directory are ESET, Avira, Bitdefender, Webroot and F-Secure. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with VIPRE.
Is there a free alternative to VIPRE?
Yes. Avira, Bitdefender and F-Secure have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which VIPRE alternatives work on macOS?
The VIPRE listing does not include a macOS app. ESET, Bitdefender, Webroot and F-Secure list one.
Which VIPRE alternatives work on Android?
The VIPRE listing does not include an Android app. ESET, Avira, Bitdefender, Webroot and F-Secure list 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.