2026

Kaspersky vs Surfshark Antivirus

Kaspersky and Surfshark Antivirus 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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Surfshark Antivirus

8.8

/ 10

Surfshark Antivirus is part of the Surfshark One suite, combining virus protection with VPN, data breach alerts, and a private search engine. The antivirus detects malware in real time and protects your webcam from unauthorized access. The biggest advantage: unlimited devices at the same price. Ideal for families and shared households looking for an all-in-one security package at a top price. Pure antivirus protection is solid but not quite at the level of Bitdefender or Norton.

1st Year PriceCHF 59.90 RenewalCHF 119.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android

Protection 8.8

Performance 9.0

Best for 9.2

First-year price 9.3

Key features 8.5

Support 8.2

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Our Verdict

Kaspersky narrowly wins – Surfshark Antivirus 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, Surfshark Antivirus is the better fit. Both are excellent options for Swiss users.

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Our verdict

Kaspersky and Surfshark Antivirus 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, Surfshark Antivirus at CHF 60. 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, Surfshark Antivirus 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	Surfshark Antivirus
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	Yes
Low system impact	No	Yes
Platforms	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad	Windows, Mac, Android
Number of devices (standard licence)	5	999
System impact in daily use	Very low	Very low

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Frequently asked questions about Kaspersky vs Surfshark Antivirus

Which scores higher on protection, Kaspersky or Surfshark Antivirus?

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 Surfshark Antivirus?

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 Surfshark Antivirus?

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 Surfshark Antivirus?

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.