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2026

Microsoft Defender vs Intego

Microsoft Defender and Intego compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Defender comes pre-installed on every Windows PC and provides solid baseline protection against malware, phishing, and ransomware. In independent tests, Defender now performs well and is often sufficient for users with cautious browsing habits. However, anyone who needs VPN, password manager, extended web protection, or parental controls should consider a paid suite. As a free reference point, Defender is the most important comparison benchmark.

Recorded introductory priceCHF 0.00 Recorded renewal priceCHF 0.00 PlatformsWindows

Intego

Intego has specialized in Mac security for over 25 years and is widely considered the best antivirus solution for Apple users. The software is natively developed for macOS and offers excellent protection with minimal system impact. The Mac Internet Security X9 package includes real-time virus protection and an intelligent firewall. The Premium Bundle adds backup, cleanup, and parental controls. The only downside: Intego is purely Mac-focused – there is no Windows or Android protection.

Recorded introductory priceCHF 49.90 Recorded renewal priceCHF 49.90 PlatformsMac

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Our Verdict

Complete ratings are missing for an overall comparison.

Recorded overall rating: Microsoft Defender —/10, Intego —/10. The overall score is the average of six criteria.

Performance rating: Microsoft Defender —/10, Intego —/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	Microsoft Defender	Intego
Real-time protection	In the product range	In the product range
Built-in VPN	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Password manager	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Parental controls	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Identity protection	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Low system impact	In the product range	In the product range
Platforms	Windows	Mac
Number of devices (standard licence)	1 device	1 device
System impact in daily use	—	—

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Frequently asked questions about Microsoft Defender vs Intego

How are Microsoft Defender and Intego rated overall?

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

How do their performance ratings compare?

Performance rating: Microsoft Defender —/10, Intego —/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.