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2026

Avast vs Trend Micro

Avast and Trend Micro compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?

Avast

Avast Premium Security is one of the most recognisable antivirus brands and offers solid protection for up to 10 devices. The suite includes web protection, VPN, and anti-tracking features. Platform coverage is broad – from Windows and Mac to mobile devices. Avast has faced past criticism over data privacy practices, which have since been addressed. Pricing is fair but not always the cheapest.

Recorded introductory priceCHF 37.90 Recorded renewal priceCHF 74.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

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Trend Micro

Trend Micro Maximum Security offers particularly strong protection against phishing, fraudulent websites, and email threats. The suite includes a powerful web filter, privacy scanner, and optional parental controls. The interface is straightforward and suits less tech-savvy users well. Performance is solid, though not the lightest on the market. An interesting choice for seniors and families who spend a lot of time online.

Recorded introductory priceCHF 39.90 Recorded renewal priceCHF 69.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

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Our Verdict

Complete ratings are missing for an overall comparison.

Recorded overall rating: Avast —/10, Trend Micro —/10. The overall score is the average of six criteria.

Performance rating: Avast —/10, Trend Micro —/10. Higher points indicate a better rating for this criterion.

Prices are indicative. Check the current amount, currency, contract term and renewal conditions with the provider. Different contract terms are not directly comparable.

Feature-by-feature comparison

Listed features refer to the product range. They may require a different plan or an additional payment and may vary by platform. Check what your selected plan includes.

Criterion	Avast	Trend Micro
Real-time protection	In the product range	In the product range
Built-in VPN	In the product range	Not confirmed
Password manager	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing	In the product range	In the product range
Parental controls	Not confirmed	In the product range
Identity protection	Not confirmed	In the product range
Low system impact	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Platforms	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad
Number of devices (standard licence)	10 devices	5 devices
System impact in daily use	—	—

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Frequently asked questions about Avast vs Trend Micro

How are Avast and Trend Micro rated overall?

Complete ratings are missing for an overall comparison. Recorded overall rating: Avast —/10, Trend Micro —/10. The overall score is the average of six criteria.

How do their performance ratings compare?

Performance rating: Avast —/10, Trend Micro —/10. Higher points indicate a better rating for this criterion.

What should I check when comparing prices?

Prices are indicative. Check the current amount, currency, contract term and renewal conditions with the provider. Different contract terms are not directly comparable.

Does the plan include every listed feature?

Listed features refer to the product range. They may require a different plan or an additional payment and may vary by platform. Check what your selected plan includes.