Bitdefender vs Norton 360: protection, price and renewal
A head-to-head comparison of Bitdefender and Norton 360: the result from the independent AV-Comparatives test and the prices on the official pages. No made-up scores.
| Bitdefender | Norton 360 | |
|---|---|---|
| AV-Comparatives protection (Feb–May 2026) | 99.5% (398/400) | 99.3% (397/400) |
| First-term price (cheapest plan) | 59.99 USD / 12 months Total Security · excl. tax | 49.99 USD / 12 months 360 Deluxe · tax: see cart |
| Stated renewal | not clearly published | 124.99 USD / 12 months |
| Devices on that plan | 5 | 5 |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 60 days |
| What it includes (depending on plan) | Antivirus, VPN, Password manager, System optimisation | Antivirus, VPN, Password manager, Cloud storage |
| 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 Norton 360?
In the AV-Comparatives Real-World Protection test of Feb–May 2026 (400 attacks): Bitdefender 99.5%, Norton 360 99.3%.
How much do Bitdefender and Norton 360 cost?
First term, on the official pages on 1 October 2026: Bitdefender 59.99 USD / 12 months, Norton 360 49.99 USD / 12 months. Renewal: Bitdefender not clearly published, Norton 360 124.99 USD / 12 months.