Bitdefender vs Kaspersky: protection, price and renewal
A head-to-head comparison of Bitdefender and Kaspersky: the result from the independent AV-Comparatives test and the prices on the official pages. No made-up scores.
| Bitdefender | Kaspersky | |
|---|---|---|
| AV-Comparatives protection (Feb–May 2026) | 99.5% (398/400) | 99.8% (399/400) |
| First-term price (cheapest plan) | 59.99 USD / 12 months Total Security · excl. tax | 69.99 USD / 12 months Plus · excl. tax |
| Stated renewal | not clearly published | 106.99 USD / 12 months |
| Devices on that plan | 5 | 5 |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 30 days |
| What it includes (depending on plan) | Antivirus, VPN, Password manager, System optimisation | Antivirus, VPN, Password manager |
| Link | Official site | Official site |
Currencies differ from one product to another (the market of the official page we checked), so prices in different currencies cannot be compared directly.
How to decide
If you have many devices, look at the number included. If the long-term budget matters, look at the renewal. If you want a VPN or password manager in the same bundle, look at the “What it includes” row.
See all products in the comparator or the table best antivirus 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Which protects better, Bitdefender or Kaspersky?
In the AV-Comparatives Real-World Protection test of Feb–May 2026 (400 attacks): Bitdefender 99.5%, Kaspersky 99.8%.
How much do Bitdefender and Kaspersky cost?
First term, on the official pages on 1 October 2026: Bitdefender 59.99 USD / 12 months, Kaspersky 69.99 USD / 12 months. Renewal: Bitdefender not clearly published, Kaspersky 106.99 USD / 12 months.