TotalAV targets beginners looking for a simple, visually appealing security solution. The interface is clearly structured and setup takes just minutes. VPN and password manager are included in the package. Important: the entry price of CHF 29.90 jumps to CHF 94.90 on renewal – this price increase should be factored in before purchasing.
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TotalAV vs Kaspersky
TotalAV and Kaspersky compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?
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.
Complete ratings are missing for an overall comparison.
Recorded overall rating: TotalAV —/10, Kaspersky —/10. The overall score is the average of six criteria.
Performance rating: TotalAV —/10, Kaspersky —/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 | TotalAV | Kaspersky |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time protection | In the product range | In the product range |
| Built-in VPN | In the product range | In the product range |
| Password manager | In the product range | In the product range |
| Anti-tracking / anti-phishing | Not confirmed | In the product range |
| Parental controls | Not confirmed | In the product range |
| Identity protection | Not confirmed | 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) | 6 devices | 5 devices |
| System impact in daily use | — | — |