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2026

McAfee vs Avast

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

McAfee

McAfee+ delivers a practical security package for households with many devices. The suite covers Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, and includes VPN, identity protection, and optional parental controls. Setup is quick and the interface straightforward. Worth noting: performance can vary by system, and the renewal price sits noticeably above the introductory offer.

Recorded introductory priceCHF 39.90 Recorded renewal priceCHF 84.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

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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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Our Verdict

Complete ratings are missing for an overall comparison.

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about McAfee vs Avast

How are McAfee and Avast rated overall?

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

How do their performance ratings compare?

Performance rating: McAfee —/10, Avast —/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.