{"id":155,"date":"2021-02-15T11:48:12","date_gmt":"2021-02-15T11:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.attack-secure.com\/?p=155"},"modified":"2023-01-09T11:15:45","modified_gmt":"2023-01-09T11:15:45","slug":"bitdefender-vs-norton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.attack-secure.com\/bitdefender-vs-norton\/","title":{"rendered":"Norton vs Bitdefender \/\/ The Ultimate Comparison (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Norton or Bitdefender? Which software is better and why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read this ultimate Norton vs. Bitdefender comparison to find out which software works best for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you sometimes wonder why antivirus programs are getting increasingly popular in recent times? It\u2019s simple \u2013 hackers are getting more dangerous<\/a> by the day, evident from a recent study that says there are now about 980 million malware programs online. The truth is that security concerns in the digital world is at an all-time high and every computer user needs a premium antivirus program to prevent their computers from getting compromised.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t

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  1. Comparison at a Glance<\/a>
  2. Short Verdict<\/a>
  3. 1. Features<\/a>
  4. 2. Malware Protection<\/a>
  5. 3. System Performance<\/a>
  6. 4. Ease of setup<\/a>
  7. 5. Pricing<\/a>
  8. 6. Customer Support<\/a>
  9. Final Thoughts<\/a>
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    But why premium when there\u2019re many free anti-virus tools out there? Free programs aren\u2019t just as reliable! Besides, premium tools offer more value and more helpful advanced features that free ones can only dream of. Bitdefender and Norton are two of the leading premium antivirus programs, but you may find it difficult to figure out which is better between them. Not to worry though \u2013 that\u2019s why we made this comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In this article, we will try as much as possible to separate the two leading antivirus solutions, looking into different facets of their operation, like features, malware protection, customer support, and more. Bitdefender or Norton? We can\u2019t answer this question yet, but we\u2019re confident that by the end of this article, we will have a clear answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Comparison at a Glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    1. Features<\/strong>
    Winner: Norton<\/span>. While Bitdefender isn\u2019t lacking when it comes to features, Norton just offers a bit more, offering more advanced and premium features to improve your overall experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Malware protection<\/strong>
    Winner: Tie. <\/span>We couldn\u2019t separate the products when it comes to malware protection. Both of them performed admirably in the recent independent lab tests conducted on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. System Performance<\/strong>
    Winner: Norton.<\/span> While it\u2019s true that every anti-virus program impacts your system performance, some have found ways to mitigate the impact as much as possible. In this category, Norton is our choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Ease of setup<\/strong>
    Winner: Norton. <\/span> Norton is the clear winner in this category, thanks to its intuitive and easy-to-use interface. Of course, an argument could be made for Bitdefender as well, but it just falls short \u2013 only just though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Pricing<\/strong>
    Winner: Bitdefender.<\/span> Bitdefender edges Norton when it comes to pricing, primarily because of its free version. If you are on a tight budget, your inclination may be towards Bitdefender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Customer support<\/strong>
    Winner: Norton.<\/span> From all indications, it seems that Norton handles customer support better than its fierce rival. It may be down to market experience or age, but Norton\u2019s customer support is one of the most remarkable in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Short Verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    As we have seen, both antivirus solutions are remarkable in their performances and operations. However, Norton is the clear winner, leading Bitdefender by some distance. While Norton is not the most suitable option for people on a budget, it offers something special, guaranteeing a better overall experience than its counterpart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    As you probably know, the number of basic and advanced features on an antivirus tool can make a difference in the quality of experience you get. How do Bitdefender and Norton fare when it comes to features? Let\u2019s see below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Bitdefender<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Bitdefender <\/strong>offers numerous products, with each costing different prices and offering different features. The Bitdefender Antivirus Plus is their entry-level plan, and it offers the features below;<\/p>\n\n\n\n