2026

Kaspersky vs Norton

Kaspersky and Norton compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?

Kaspersky

9.0

/ 10

Kaspersky has been among the absolute top performers in independent antivirus tests for years. The Plus suite offers excellent real-time protection, VPN, password manager, and privacy tools. The Premium version adds parental controls and identity protection. Note: Kaspersky has faced scrutiny in some countries due to its Russian origin – in Switzerland and the EU, the software remains freely available and consistently receives top ratings from independent labs.

1st Year PriceCHF 42.90 RenewalCHF 79.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

Protection 9.7

Performance 9.0

Best for 8.8

First-year price 8.4

Key features 9.3

Support 8.5

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Norton

9.0

/ 10

Norton 360 Deluxe is one of the most comprehensive security suites available. Beyond strong virus protection, the package includes unlimited VPN, a password manager, parental controls, and dark web monitoring. The suite is particularly well suited for families and seniors who want easy operation combined with broad protection. The entry price is attractive, but the renewal more than doubles.

1st Year PriceCHF 44.90 RenewalCHF 99.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

Protection 9.6

Performance 8.7

Best for 9.0

First-year price 8.1

Key features 9.5

Support 8.9

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Our Verdict

Kaspersky and Norton are evenly matched.

Both products are evenly matched – the decision depends on your personal requirements.

Our verdict

Kaspersky and Norton come out tied at 9.0 out of 10 in our rating. The decision should not hinge on overall score but on your concrete needs.

On price, Kaspersky currently sits at CHF 43 in year one, Norton at CHF 45. Watch the renewal price closely: both are transparently listed in the table above and matter more long-term than the introductory price.

Strength profiles: Kaspersky scores highest on protection, Norton on protection. If you care most about one of those dimensions, the choice is clear. For all-round needs, either product is a safe pick.

Feature-by-feature comparison

Criterion	Kaspersky	Norton
Real-time protection	Yes	Yes
Built-in VPN	Yes	Yes
Password manager	Yes	Yes
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing	Yes	No
Parental controls	Yes	Yes
Identity protection	No	Yes
Low system impact	No	No
Platforms	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad
Number of devices (standard licence)	5	5
System impact in daily use	Very low	Moderate

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Frequently asked questions about Kaspersky vs Norton

Which scores higher on protection, Kaspersky or Norton?

Both reach top scores in AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives – the differences are small. The exact scores are in the comparison table above.

Which is cheaper in year 1 and on renewal – Kaspersky or Norton?

Look at the price columns above: year-one price and renewal price are stated transparently side by side. The renewal delta is often the bigger cost factor over 3 years.

Which is better for families, Kaspersky or Norton?

Both offer family plans for 5–10 devices. What matters: does the product have a dedicated parental-controls mode, screen-time management and a smooth setup. Details in the feature table.

Do I get better Mac/mobile support with Kaspersky or Norton?

Platform support is listed in the comparison above. Generally: macOS performance is best with Bitdefender and Intego; Android protection is most mature with Bitdefender, Norton and Kaspersky.