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TotalAV alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll antivirus and anti-malware software

Top picks

  • Trend Micro logo

    Best overall

    Trend Micro

    Starting price: $59.95 a year, Internet Security (list $83.95)

  • Malwarebytes logo

    Best free option

    Malwarebytes

    Starting price: $59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)

Common reasons people leave TotalAV: renewals are billed at a higher regular rate, and tune-up tools add little for many users. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces TotalAV, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Trend Micro currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Trend Micro logoTrend MicroPaid$59.95 a year, Internet Security (list $83.95)NoWindows, macOS, Android +18 of 868.8
2Malwarebytes logoMalwarebytesFree plan + paid$59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)NoWindows, macOS, Android +16 of 664.8
3K7K7 SecurityPaid—NoWindows, macOS, Android +14 of 461.8
4Bitdefender logoBitdefenderFree plan + paid$59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devicesNoWindows, macOS, Android +18 of 859.4
5Norton AntiVirus Plus logoNorton AntiVirus PlusPaid—NoWindows, macOS3 of 355.3
6Avast Antivirus logoAvast AntivirusFree plan + paid—NoWindows, macOS, Android +15 of 553.6
  1. Trend Micro logo

    1. Trend MicroTop pick

    Best for: Households wanting one antivirus subscription across Windows, Mac, phones and Chromebooks

    PaidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TotalAV

    Long-established vendor with strong scam-site blocking and Chromebook support.

    Pros

    • One plan covers Windows, Mac, Android, iOS and Chromebook
    • Strong focus on scam websites and online banking protection
    • Top tier bundles VPN and identity monitoring

    Cons

    • No free real-time antivirus, only the HouseCall on-demand scan
    • Many extras are split into separate apps and tiers
    • Introductory prices rise at renewal
    Visit Trend Micro Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Trend Micro a good TotalAV alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Maximum Security devices
    Up to 5
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Chromebook
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium Security Suite devices
    Up to 10
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free scanner
    HouseCall online scan
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Threats stopped
    250 million+ per day
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $59.95 a year, Internet Security (list $83.95)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Maximum Security plan
    $74.95 a year for 5 devices (list $104.95)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium Security Suite plan
    $109.95 a year (list $154.95)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026trendmicro.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Malwarebytes logo

    2. Malwarebytes

    Best for: People who want a familiar anti-malware scanner across several platforms

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TotalAV

    Free on-demand scanner and a plainer paid plan without tune-up extras.

    Pros

    • Free scanner is handy for cleaning up an already infected machine
    • One subscription covers Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices
    • Paid plans include a scam and ad blocking browser extension

    Cons

    • Real-time protection requires a paid subscription
    • Higher tiers bundle a VPN and identity services some people won't need
    • Feature set differs between operating systems
    Visit Malwarebytes Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Malwarebytes a good TotalAV alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free version
    Cleanup scanner
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    60 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Android, iOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus plan
    $79.99 a year, adds VPN
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Standard Family plan
    $119.99 a year, 10 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026malwarebytes.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. K7

    3. K7 Security

    Best for: Indian home users who want affordable, locally supported antivirus for PCs and phones

    PaidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TotalAV

    Budget-friendly suites with a long-running in-house threat lab.

    Pros

    • Covers Windows, Mac, Android and iOS
    • In-house threat lab running since 1998
    • Priced and supported for the Indian market

    Cons

    • Website relies heavily on scripts and is hard to browse
    • Fewer English-language reviews and lab tests than global brands
    • No free real-time antivirus edition
    Visit K7 Security Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is K7 Security a good TotalAV alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Threat lab founded
    1998 (K7 Labs)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026labs.k7computing.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Android, iOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026labs.k7computing.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Home plans
    Antivirus Premium, Total Security, Ultimate Security
    Checked Nov 8, 2026labs.k7computing.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AMTSO award
    Real Time Threat List Contributor of the Year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026labs.k7computing.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Bitdefender logo

    4. Bitdefender

    Best for: Windows users who want a quiet, high-scoring free antivirus with an upgrade path

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from TotalAV

    Consistently top lab detection scores with low system impact, and a free edition for basic Windows protection.

    Pros

    • Free Windows edition with no time limit and few alerts
    • Basic VPN included even in the free version
    • Total Security covers up to 10 devices across four platforms

    Cons

    • Free edition is Windows only
    • Free VPN is capped at 200 MB a day
    • Paid plans renew at a higher price than the first year
    Visit Bitdefender Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Bitdefender a good TotalAV alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Free version
    Yes, Windows only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    No time limit
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free VPN allowance
    200 MB per day
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms (Total Security)
    Windows, macOS, Android, iOS; up to 10 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Total Security plan
    $59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium Security plan
    $79.99 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Antivirus Plus Multiplatform plan
    $29.99 a year, 3 devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, Windows only, no time limit
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitdefender.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Norton AntiVirus Plus logo

    5. Norton AntiVirus Plus

    Best for: Home users who want a well-known paid antivirus for one computer with support to call on

    PaidWindows, macOS

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from TotalAV

    Established antivirus with cloud backup and a virus protection promise, for users who want a big-name suite.

    Pros

    • Long-established brand with consistent results in independent lab tests
    • Includes a firewall and password manager, not just a virus scanner
    • Easy upgrade path to Norton 360 bundles with VPN and identity protection

    Cons

    • No free tier, unlike Avast, AVG or the built-in Microsoft Defender
    • Renewal prices are well above the discounted first-year price
    • Frequent in-app prompts to upgrade to bigger Norton 360 plans
    Visit Norton AntiVirus Plus Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Norton AntiVirus Plus a good TotalAV alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Owner
    Gen Digital
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.norton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Current edition
    Norton AntiVirus Plus
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.norton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    Norton Mobile Security for Android and iOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.norton.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Avast Antivirus logo

    6. Avast Antivirus

    Best for: Home users who want a free real-time antivirus for Windows or Mac

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Android, iOS

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from TotalAV

    Free antivirus that covers the basics without a subscription, with paid upgrades only if needed.

    Pros

    • Free edition includes real-time protection, not just scans
    • Covers Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone
    • Smart Scan checks malware, add-ons and settings together

    Cons

    • Free version shows frequent upgrade offers
    • Firewall and ransomware shields need a paid plan
    • Setup can offer extra Avast apps you may not want
    Visit Avast Antivirus Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Avast Antivirus a good TotalAV alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free version
    Avast Free Antivirus for Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Windows support
    Windows 7 SP1 to Windows 11
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mac version
    Avast Security for Mac
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Smart Scan
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Gen Digital
    Checked Nov 8, 2026press.avast.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best TotalAV alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Trend Micro logo

Best TotalAV alternative for most people

Trend Micro

Long-established vendor with strong scam-site blocking and Chromebook support.

Malwarebytes logo

Best TotalAV alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Malwarebytes

Free on-demand scanner and a plainer paid plan without tune-up extras.

K7

Best TotalAV alternative for Mac

K7 Security

Budget-friendly suites with a long-running in-house threat lab.

Bitdefender logo

Best TotalAV alternative for Windows

Bitdefender

Consistently top lab detection scores with low system impact, and a free edition for basic Windows protection.

Avast Antivirus logo

Best TotalAV alternative for iPhone and Android

Avast Antivirus

Free antivirus that covers the basics without a subscription, with paid upgrades only if needed.

TotalAV alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to TotalAV?

Trend Micro ranks first right now. Long-established vendor with strong scam-site blocking and Chromebook support. Malwarebytes and K7 Security follow it in our ranking.

TotalAV vs Trend Micro: what's the difference?

Both TotalAV and Trend Micro are paid products. Both run on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.

Is TotalAV free?

TotalAV is a paid product. Money-back guarantee: 30 days (annual plans). Checked on TotalAV's own site, November 2026.

How much do TotalAV alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked TotalAV alternatives: Trend Micro, $59.95 a year, Internet Security (list $83.95); Malwarebytes, $59.99 a year (Standard, 3 devices); Bitdefender, $59.99 a year, 1 member, up to 5 devices. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to TotalAV?

Yes. Malwarebytes (free plan + paid), Bitdefender (free plan + paid) and Avast Antivirus (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to TotalAV?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from TotalAV?

The complaints we hear most: renewals are billed at a higher regular rate; tune-up tools add little for many users; mobile apps have fewer protections than the desktop app.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces TotalAV, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.