2026

Kaspersky vs Panda Security

Kaspersky and Panda Security 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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Panda Security

8.6

/ 10

Panda Dome Advanced takes a cloud-based approach that minimizes local system load. The suite offers solid virus protection, web protection, and a built-in VPN. The biggest advantage is pricing: at CHF 26.90 in the first year, Panda is one of the most affordable options on the market. For budget-conscious users seeking solid basic protection without extras, Panda is worth considering. The feature set falls behind premium providers.

1st Year PriceCHF 26.90 RenewalCHF 49.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android

Protection 8.8

Performance 8.9

Best for 8.7

First-year price 9.0

Key features 8.2

Support 8.0

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Our Verdict

Kaspersky narrowly wins – Panda Security is the leaner choice.

Kaspersky scores 9.0 / 10 overall and is the stronger pick on protection and feature scope. If you value maximum performance, low resource use and lower renewal costs, Panda Security is the better fit. Both are excellent options for Swiss users.

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Our verdict

Kaspersky takes a slight lead in our comparison with an overall score of 9.0 out of 10 – an advantage of 0.4 points over Panda Security. The gap is small but consistent across multiple test dimensions.

On price, Kaspersky currently sits at CHF 43 in year one, Panda Security at CHF 27. 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, Panda Security on price-performance. 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	Panda Security
Real-time protection	Yes	Yes
Built-in VPN	Yes	Yes
Password manager	Yes	No
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing	Yes	No
Parental controls	Yes	No
Identity protection	No	No
Low system impact	No	Yes
Platforms	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad	Windows, Mac, Android
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 Panda Security

Which scores higher on protection, Kaspersky or Panda Security?

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 Panda Security?

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 Panda Security?

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 Panda Security?

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.