Platform and Devices Accessibility

Avira has an extensive list of antivirus and cybersecurity products. Here are the main OS requirements you need to be aware of before purchasing an Avira antivirus plan:

Antivirus Free and Pro for Windows: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10 are supported.

Antivirus Free and Pro for Mac: Mac OS X 10.11 or later are supported.

iOS: 8.0 and later are supported.

Android: 4.4 and later are supported.

User Experience

It can take a couple of minutes to orient yourself with Avira’s user interface on PC and Mac. However, once you understand the different modules where you can configure non-scan settings such as mail protection and web protection, you’ll be able to operate the interface with ease.

Not every section of Avira’s antivirus product offers high levels of customization, but the parts that do are easy to understand – even for beginners. When in doubt, we’ve found most of the answers about how to use the product within Avira’s substantial knowledge base.

Plans and Rates

• No matter what device you’re using, there’s a good chance Avira has an antivirus plan that covers it. Avira offers free antivirus products available for Windows PCs, Macs, Android, and iOS devices.
• Avira Free Antivirus for Windows comes with real-time scanning and repair options for when malware manages to damage your PC, a behavioral engine that can recognize new viruses, and a function that recognizes uninvited apps hidden in software. The company’s Browser Safety extension gives you valuable tools like ad blocking and price comparison for your e-shopping.
• If you’re looking for more comprehensive protection, Avira offers three paid antivirus products. Avira Antivirus Pro starts at $35.99 a year and adds features like online shopping and banking protection, as well as network and connected devices security enhancement and fixes.
• Starting at $67.99 per year for 5 devices, Avira Internet Security Suite adds a password manager and automatic software updates and repairs. The best value for money, though, is probably Avira Prime. Starting at $103.99 for an unlimited number of devices, prime will get you Avira’s top-end VPN, premium mobile apps, and Avira’s PC tuneup product, System Speedup Pro.

Payment Methods

Avira antivirus products can be purchased using credit card or PayPal.

Customer Service

Another area where Avira shines is customer service. Although the company doesn’t offer phone support, you can still reach the company via email in four languages: English, German, Portuguese, and Spanish. There is no guaranteed response time, but in our experience not only has response time been within the hour of our emails but resolution time has been quick as well.

Although the free version of the app doesn’t include customer support, the Avira knowledge base is a good resource for free users encountering issues with Avira.

Plus, free and paid users can find a wealth of articles on Avira and antivirus protection in general in various languages within the knowledge base. For people who are already struggling to understand a complex technological problem, having the language barrier removed is a major bonus.

Conclusion

Avira makes a compelling case for choosing its antivirus products from among the pack. Its free antivirus package is pretty impressive all on its own, while the advanced security features offered in Avira Prime, coupled with its coverage of unlimited devices, is a real steal. What seals the deal on this antivirus leader is how user-friendly its interface is, letting both advanced users and beginners make the most of their antivirus option. Avira should definitely be on your antivirus shortlist.