Antivirus · June 2026

TotalAV vs Norton: Which Is Better in 2026?

Updated June 11, 2026

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Our pick

TotalAV

9.8

Outstanding

#1 in Antivirus

$99.00 $19.00

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Norton

9.5

Excellent

#2 in Antivirus

$119.99 $29.99

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TotalAV and Norton are two of the most popular antivirus suites — here is how they compare head to head.

TotalAV vs Norton comparison
	TotalAV Our pick	Norton
Score	9.8/10 · Outstanding	9.5/10 · Excellent
Rank	#1 in Antivirus	#2 in Antivirus
Price	~~$99.00~~ $19.00	~~$119.99~~ $29.99
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Highlights	Outstanding real-world detection rate Easy setup across Windows, Mac, Android and iOS Includes VPN, firewall and system tune-up Unbeatable first-year value	Excellent malware and phishing protection Built-in AI-powered scam detection Virus Protection Promise (money-back guarantee) Best-in-class parental controls
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Our verdict

TotalAV takes the win for most users thanks to its simpler interface and stronger introductory pricing, while Norton remains a great pick if you want the most feature-packed suite.

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