Anti Virus Andy

Norton vs Windows Defender


I believe that Norton is better than Windows Defender!
I have used both Anti Virus programs on my own pc. And have carefully tested both in virtual environments as well. You can see the test results in the comparison table below. Where it is obvious that Norton is a better choice than Windows Defender!

NortonWindows Defender
LogoNortonWindows Defender
Feature List
  • Advanced firewall
  • Password manager
  • Cloud storage
  • Anti-ransomware module
  • Online threat protection
  • Dark Web Monitoring
  • Secure VPN
  • Prenal control
  • Privacy monitor
  • ID Verification monitoring
List with all features
  • Absolutely free
  • Best for weak computers
  • Easy-to-use
  • Tamper Protection
The Good
  • Easy to download, install and use
  • Defends against ransomware.
  • No impact on system performance
  • Parental Control features
  • Impressive configuration options
More pros
  • No need to install, comes as a part of windows
  • Completely free product
  • Very user-friendly, straightforward, and easy to use
  • Excellent anti-malware protection
The Bad
  • Slow scan sometimes
  • Expensive
More cons
  • Impact on the system
  • Works only in Microsoft browsers
  • Lacks pf customer support
Performance
Interface
Customer Service
Works on
  • Microsoft Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
  • Windows
Pricing Starts With at $59.99 per yearWindows Defender pro $199.99 for one computer
Free TrialYes, Norton offers a 30 day free trial!Windows Defender is automatically installed for free.
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