Premium Security, 1 Windows PC plus 1 mobile device
$49.08
first year
Promotional US price displayed by Avast. Listed renewal price is $77.99 per year.
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Avast Premium Security
Consumer antivirus and internet security software with malware, ransomware, firewall, phishing, webcam, email and network protection.
Editorial overview
Aggregated Overview
The product combines antivirus protection with ransomware, firewall, sandbox, webcam, email, phishing and network security tools. Official pricing includes single-device and multi-device plans, while current public review-platform data was not used for scoring.
This profile combines documented product information and independent evidence where available. It is not a hands-on test unless TechZella explicitly identifies one.
Avast Premium Security Decision Snapshot
A quick way to understand who this product may suit, where its limits matter, and which facts are most relevant before you compare alternatives.
Platforms
Android, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Windows
TechZella assessment
8.1/10
Overview
Avast Premium Security is a consumer antivirus suite for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices. It combines malware detection with protections for ransomware, phishing, unsafe websites, email threats, webcams, passwords, and network connections.
The product is available as a single-device desktop plan with a complimentary mobile device, or as a multi-device subscription covering up to 10 devices. Avast Software s.r.o. operates the product within Gen Digital’s broader consumer security portfolio.
Security & Privacy
For security-sensitive software, TechZella focuses on documented architecture, authentication, data handling, deployment and privacy details that can affect a buying decision. This is product research, not an independent security audit.
Security posture at a glance
| Deployment | Desktop and mobile applications |
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Security claims are presented only when supported by documented sources. The presence of this section does not constitute a penetration test, certification or independent security audit.
Avast Premium Security Features
Malware and threat protection
- Real-time antivirus shields
- File and behavior scanning
- Web protection
- Email and attachment protection
- CyberCapture analysis
- Quarantine and Rescue Disk tools
Ransomware and privacy protection
- Ransomware Shield
- Sensitive Data Shield
- Webcam Shield
- Browser Shield
- Password protection
- Data Shredder on supported desktop configurations
Network and access protection
- Advanced Firewall
- Network Inspector
- Wi-Fi security alerts
- Remote Access Shield
- Port scan alerts and leak protection on supported Windows plans
Scam and AI protection
- Avast Assistant for scam guidance
- Email Guard for supported email accounts
- Website scam protection
- SMS scam protection on supported mobile plans
- Scam-call blocking or labeling on supported Android plans
Device support
- Windows desktop protection
- macOS protection
- Android mobile protection
- iPhone and iPad protection
- Multi-device subscription management
Alternatives
Bitdefender Total Security is a comparable multi-platform suite with antivirus, ransomware, web, privacy, and device-protection features. Norton 360 Deluxe combines antivirus with additional privacy and identity-oriented tools.
ESET HOME Security Essential offers cross-platform malware protection with a comparatively security-focused product range. Malwarebytes Premium is an alternative for users prioritizing malware and unwanted-program detection with a simpler product scope.
Avast Premium Security Specifications
| Product category | Consumer antivirus and internet security |
|---|---|
| Deployment | Desktop and mobile applications |
| Supported desktop platforms | Windows 7 or later; macOS 10.13 or later |
| Supported mobile platforms | Android 9 or later; iOS 15 or later |
| Maximum devices | Up to 10 devices |
| Free trial | 30 days advertised; other trial lengths may apply |
| Integrations | Email Guard supports Gmail, Outlook, and other popular email providers |
| API | Not publicly documented |
| Subscription model | Recurring annual subscription |
| Money-back guarantee | 30-day money-back guarantee listed by Avast |
Avast Premium Security Pricing & Plans
Premium Security, 1 Mac plus 1 mobile device
$49.08
first year
Promotional US price displayed by Avast. Listed renewal price is $77.99 per year.
Check current pricing →Premium Security, up to 10 devices
$69.48
first year
Promotional US price displayed by Avast. Covers Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS devices. Listed renewal price is $99.99 per year.
Check current pricing →Free trial
$0
trial
Avast advertises a 30-day trial, while support documentation notes that available trial periods may be 7, 30, or 60 days depending on the offer.
Check current pricing →Pricing may change. Verify current plans on the vendor's website.
Our evidence-based assessment
TechZella Score
A proprietary editorial score based on product capabilities, usability, value, performance, support and user sentiment evidence.
8.1/10Moderate confidence
The product combines antivirus protection with ransomware, firewall, sandbox, webcam, email, phishing and network security tools. Official pricing includes single-device and multi-device plans, while current public review-platform data was not used for scoring.
Methodology v1.0. The assessment weighs feature coverage (25%), ease of use (15%), value for money (20%), performance (15%), support (10%) and user sentiment (15%), using researched product evidence and verified review evidence where available. It is a TechZella editorial assessment, not a direct user-review average.
Avast Premium Security Pros & Cons
Pros
- Broad protection covering malware, ransomware, phishing, unsafe websites, email, webcams, and networks.
- Supports major desktop and mobile operating systems.
- Multi-device plans cover up to 10 devices.
- Includes advanced Windows tools such as Firewall, Sandbox, and Remote Access Shield.
- Offers a trial option and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Cons
- Renewal pricing is higher than the displayed first-year promotional pricing.
- Features vary by platform, with the Windows edition offering the broadest toolset.
- Trial length and payment requirements depend on the specific offer.
- No public consumer API or broad integrations catalog was identified.
- The range of controls may be excessive for users seeking only basic antivirus protection.
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FAQ
Which operating systems does Avast Premium Security support?
Avast lists Windows, macOS, Android, iPhone, and iPad support. The current requirements page specifies Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Android 9 or later, and iOS 15 or later.
Does Avast Premium Security include a mobile subscription?
The single-device offers include one mobile device at no additional charge. The multi-device plan supports up to 10 devices across Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.
Does it provide a free trial?
Yes. Avast advertises a 30-day free trial, while its support documentation notes that available trial periods can be seven, 30, or 60 days depending on the offer.
Does Avast Premium Security have an API?
No public API for the consumer Premium Security product was identified in Avast’s public product and support documentation.
Does it integrate with other software?
Avast documents protection for popular email providers, including Gmail and Outlook, through its Email Guard feature. No broader public integrations directory was identified.