Norton Security AlternativesAnti-Virus Apps like Norton Security

Norton Security is described as 'Protects your most important device, whether it's a PC, Mac, smartphone, or tablet, from online threats such as malware and spyware' and is a Anti-Virus app in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Norton Security for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Norton Security alternative is ClamvAV, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Norton Security are Avast Free Antivirus, Microsoft Defender, Avira Antivirus and ESET NOD32 Antivirus.

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  1. ClamvAV icon

    ClamvAV

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    Clam AntiVirus is an open source (GPL) anti-virus toolkit for UNIX, designed especially for e-mail scanning on mail gateways. It provides a number of utilities including a flexible and scalable multi-threaded daemon, a command line scanner and advanced tool for automatic...

    96 ClamvAV alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    ClamAV GUI

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Graphical User Interface
    4.  Block Trackers
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Malware Analysis

    ClamvAV VS Norton Security

     

    • ClamvAV is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Norton Security.

    • ClamvAV is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Norton Security.

    • ClamvAV is Free and Open SourceNorton Security is Paid and Proprietary
    • ClamvAV is Lightweight and Privacy focusedNorton Security is not according to our users
  2. Avast Free Antivirus icon

    Avast Free Antivirus

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    Provides free real-time protection against viruses, malware, spyware, and ransomware, with secure HTTPS scanning, customizable scans, password management, home network security, antiphishing, Smart Scan, rescue disk creation, and software updating.

    137 Avast Free Antivirus alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Avast Free Antivirus Features

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  Malware Analysis
    3.  Browser Protection
    4.  Run file in a Sandbox
    5.  Zero-Day Protection
    6.  Heuristic Detection

    Avast Free Antivirus VS Norton Security

     
    Comments about Avast Free Antivirus as an Alternative to Norton Security
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    Negative Apr 4, 2021
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    because its to costy later on

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    • Avast Free Antivirus is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Norton Security.

    • Avast Free Antivirus is Free Personal and ProprietaryNorton Security is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Microsoft Defender icon

    Microsoft Defender

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    Windows Security (known as Windows Defender Antivirus before Windows 10 May 2020 Update, Windows Defender before Windows 10 Creators Update, or Microsoft Defender Antivirus before Windows 11) is an anti-malware component of Microsoft Windows.

    104 Microsoft Defender alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Real-time protection
    3.  Bundled with Windows
    4.  Zero-Day Protection
    5.  Malware Analysis
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Ransomware Protection

    Microsoft Defender VS Norton Security

     
    Comments about Microsoft Defender as an Alternative to Norton Security
    Guest
    Negative Dec 16, 2019
    1

    Does not contain many of the same features that Norton does, such as File Insight, Secure VPN, and others that are often useful.

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    • Most users think Microsoft Defender is a great Norton Security alternative.

    • Microsoft Defender is Free Personal and ProprietaryNorton Security is Paid and Proprietary
    • Microsoft Defender is LightweightNorton Security is not according to our users
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    ESET NOD32 Antivirus

    Experience a fast, efficient antivirus with ESET's AI-powered defense against viruses, ransomware, and phishing. Enjoy features like cloud-powered scanning, Enhanced Exploit Blocker, Device Control, and Gamer Mode for uninter...

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  6. Avira Antivirus icon

    Avira Antivirus

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    Offers real-time protection from malware, ransomware, viruses, and spyware, with advanced repair, browser safety, software updates, VPN, PC optimization tools, cloud-based updates, and system clean-up. Available for Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS devices.

    74 Avira Antivirus alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Avira Antivirus screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Built-in VPN
    2.  Real-time protection
    3.  Ransomware Protection

    Avira Antivirus VS Norton Security

     
  7. ESET NOD32 Antivirus icon

    ESET NOD32 Antivirus

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    Experience a fast, efficient antivirus with ESET's AI-powered defense against viruses, ransomware, and phishing. Enjoy features like cloud-powered scanning, Enhanced Exploit Blocker, Device Control, and Gamer Mode for uninterrupted use. Optimize your security and maintain speed.

    70 ESET NOD32 Antivirus alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • SK flagSlovakia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    ESET NOD32 Antivirus screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Build-in Firewall
    2.  Malware Analysis
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  No Logs
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Block Trackers
    10.  Portable
    11.  AI-Powered

    ESET NOD32 Antivirus VS Norton Security

     

    • ESET NOD32 Antivirus is the most popular commercial alternative to Norton Security.

    • ESET NOD32 Antivirus is Paid and ProprietaryNorton Security is also Paid and Proprietary
    • ESET NOD32 Antivirus is Privacy focused and LightweightNorton Security is not according to our users
  8. Kaspersky AntiVirus icon

    Kaspersky AntiVirus

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    Kaspersky AntiVirus offers protection from a range of IT threats and provides the basic tools needed to keep your PC secure.

    81 Kaspersky AntiVirus alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Kaspersky Free

    Kaspersky AntiVirus Features

    1.  Built-in Firewall
    2.  On-screen Keyboard

    Kaspersky AntiVirus VS Norton Security

     
    Comments about Kaspersky AntiVirus as an Alternative to Norton Security
    Guest
    Positive Mar 28, 2019
    0

    It is good and full of features but it is better to buy it on Amazon then directly from Kaspersky.

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    • Kaspersky AntiVirus is Paid and ProprietaryNorton Security is also Paid and Proprietary
  10. ClamWin icon

    ClamWin

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    ClamWin is a free, open-source antivirus software for Microsoft Windows, using the ClamAV engine. It has an easy-to-use installer and its source code is publicly available. It features high detection rates for viruses and spyware, a scanning scheduler, and automatic updates of...

    62 ClamWin alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    Configuration Screen
    Discontinued

    The latest version (0.103.2.1) is from 2021.

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Portable
    4.  GPLv3
    5.  Block Trackers
    6.  Malware Analysis
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Dark Mode

    ClamWin VS Norton Security

     
  11. ClamTk icon

    ClamTk

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    ClamTk is a graphical front-end for ClamAV, an open source antivirus engine for detecting trojans, viruses, malware & other malicious threats. It is designed to be an easy-to-use, lightweight, on-demand antivirus scanner for Linux systems.

    58 ClamTk alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
    ClamTk screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    This program is no longer maintained. https://github.com/dave-theunsub/clamtk/issues/163

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Malware Analysis

    ClamTk VS Norton Security

     
  12. AVG AntiVirus icon

    AVG AntiVirus

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    AVG AntiVirus Free provides basic antivirus and antispyware protection for home users. Virus database updated every day. Includes innovative LinkScanner for web-protection.

    73 AVG AntiVirus alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    AVG AntiVirus screenshot 1

    AVG AntiVirus Features

    1.  Malware Analysis
    2.  Real-time protection
    3.  Built-in Firewall

    AVG AntiVirus VS Norton Security

     
  13. Comodo Internet Security icon

    Comodo Internet Security

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    Comodo Internet Security is a free, very voluminous and multi-layered security application that keeps hackers out and personal information in.

    78 Comodo Internet Security alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Comodo Internet Security screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Real-time protection
    2.  Run file in a Sandbox
    3.  Malware Analysis
    4.  Sandbox
    5.  Ad-free

    Comodo Internet Security VS Norton Security

     
  14. Panda Dome icon

    Panda Dome

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    Panda Antivirus protects you while you work, play, or browse online.

    Antivirus Protection Real-time protection against all types of malware and spyware. Schedule periodic scans and/or scan your computer on demand.

    USB protection Protect your PC by preventing the automatic execu.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • ES flagSpain
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
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    Panda Dome Features

    1.  Integrated Password Manager
    2.  Built-in VPN
    3.  Real-time protection
    4.  Game Mode
    5.  Ransomware Protection
    6.  Browser Protection

    Panda Dome VS Norton Security

     
  15. 360 Total Security icon

    360 Total Security

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    360 Total Security is a robust cybersecurity software designed to protect your computer from a wide range of threats, including viruses, malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. It offers a comprehensive suite of features to ensure your digital safety.

    37 360 Total Security alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CN flagChina

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Home Screen

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Block Trackers
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Spam Filter
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Delete Temporary Files
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Photo Recovery
    10.  Malware Analysis
    11.  No Logs
    12.  NTFS Partition Recovery

    360 Total Security VS Norton Security

     
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