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2026

Surfshark Antivirus vs AVG

Surfshark Antivirus and AVG compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?

Surfshark
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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AVG
AVG
8.6
/ 10

AVG Internet Security uses the same scan engine as Avast (both belong to the Gen Digital group) and therefore offers comparable protection at a slightly lower entry price. The suite covers up to 10 devices and scores well for easy setup. For users who want a no-frills solution without complexity, AVG is a solid choice – especially when budget matters.

1st Year PriceCHF 32.90 RenewalCHF 69.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad
Protection 9.0
Performance 8.8
Best for 8.7
First-year price 8.7
Key features 8.4
Support 8.0
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Our Verdict

Surfshark Antivirus narrowly wins – AVG is the leaner choice.

Surfshark Antivirus scores 8.8 / 10 overall and is the stronger pick on protection and feature scope. If you value maximum performance, low resource use and lower renewal costs, AVG is the better fit. Both are excellent options for Swiss users.

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Our verdict

Surfshark Antivirus takes a slight lead in our comparison with an overall score of 8.8 out of 10 – an advantage of 0.2 points over AVG. The gap is small but consistent across multiple test dimensions.

On price, Surfshark Antivirus currently sits at CHF 60 in year one, AVG at CHF 33. Watch the renewal price closely: both are transparently listed in the table above and matter more long-term than the introductory price.

Strength profiles: Surfshark Antivirus scores highest on price-performance, AVG 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 Surfshark Antivirus AVG
Real-time protection Yes Yes
Built-in VPN Yes Yes
Password manager No No
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing No Yes
Parental controls No No
Identity protection Yes No
Low system impact Yes No
Platforms Windows, Mac, Android Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad
Number of devices (standard licence) 999 10
System impact in daily use Very low Moderate

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Frequently asked questions about Surfshark Antivirus vs AVG

Which scores higher on protection, Surfshark Antivirus or AVG?
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 – Surfshark Antivirus or AVG?
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, Surfshark Antivirus or AVG?
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 Surfshark Antivirus or AVG?
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.