Antivirus software deals in Australia: Coupons, discounts and sales

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It's never been more important to protect your online life, what with the working and studying from home culture that's resulted from the spread of the ongoing pandemic. With more and more of us spending a lot more time online, finding the best antivirus solution – ideally at great prices – has become quite important.

There are a range of great antivirus solutions available to protect your devices and, here at TechRadar, our security experts carry out ongoing testing in order to track down the absolute best antivirus suites on offer.

Finding the suite you want is just the first step, however, and with cybersecurity an ongoing expense – especially now that many of us are working from home – it can be costly if you're not careful. In order to help you save on your security costs, we’ve created this page to list the current antivirus deals on offer from the big antivirus brands.

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Current antivirus offers

Bitdefender

Avast

Avast Premium Security (opens in new tab) | from AU$49.99 (was AU$89.99, save AU$40)

This particular package is for a whopping of 10 devices across different platforms, making it one of the most economical options on this page. Avast's solution works on Windows, Macs, Android and iOS devices, so your entire family and their machines can be protected.

However, if you don't think you'll be using the Avast Premium Security across multiple devices, then there is a pack for a single Mac machine which is currently discounted to AU$39.99 for an annual subscription, saving you AU$30 for the year.

Norton

Norton AntiVirus Plus (opens in new tab) | AU$39.99 (was AU$69.99, save AU$30)

Norton's popular AntiVirus Plus is number two on our list of top antivirus software with good reason: it's easy to use but still has advanced options for those who want them, is rated highly by AV testing labs, and is light on system resource use. This deal knocks $30 off the regular RRP. That's $5 more than what it was previously and this package is only for a single device. So if you'd like something more cost effective for multiple devices, Bitdefender's corresponding product might be a better option.

McAfee

McAfee Total Protection (opens in new tab) | from AU$39.95 per year (was AU$94.95, save AU$55)

One of the more popular names when it comes to antivirus solutions, McAfee has a similar package to Bitdefender’s Total Security at a lower price, despite the company having increased the RRP by AU$10. If you use just the one device, then all you pay for an annual licence is under AU$40 – saving AU$55. However if you have several devices at home we'd recommend the McAfee Total Protection subscription for up to 10 devices, which is of better value, coming in at AU$89.95 per year. That said, we'd recommend you keep an eye on our antivirus deals as the price of this software has dropped to about AU$25 in the past and could do so again.

AVG

Panda Security

Kaspersky

Kaspersky Total Security (opens in new tab) | from AU$29.95 (was AU$59.95, save AU$30)

Whether you want to secure just a single device or multiple, Kaspersky has you covered with its Total Security software. With this package, you can protect all the devices you and your family use, be they macOS, Windows or mobile. There's also a VPN built in. In case you’re not sure whether this solution is for you, there is a 30-day trial period. This package isn't always half price, so if this solution is something you might need, best to snap it up when the going is good.

Trend Micro

Trend Micro Device Security Basic (opens in new tab) | from AU$69 per year (was AU$89, save AU$20)

It’s one of the more expensive options available, but despite that high price, you get complete protection against ransomware and viruses, plus adds a password manager and parental controls for all your devices, including mobiles. Note that this is the basic package. If you need the use of a VPN or want additional features like dark web monitoring and protection for other smart devices, you can opt for the Pro or Ultimate packages.

Do you need antivirus?

It’s the digitally connected age – everyone uses at least one electronic device (most have multiple) to communicate with the wider world, be it a laptop, a desktop PC or a mobile phone. We use them to send and receive emails, shop online and stay in touch via social media. As a result there’s a staggering amount of data going through our devices, including personal and financial information.

It’s a veritable smorgasbord of targets for cyber criminals looking to steal this data and, let’s face it, we’re nowhere near controlling the threat from the hackers plaguing the internet. In fact, cyber crime has grown each year, and when you add all that up, it means that it's more important than ever to protect our computers and mobile phones.

While being aware of the threat is an important factor in reducing the chance of getting infected, even the most wary users can still inadvertently find themselves infected. And, if you're part of a multi-device household that includes users of varying technological savvy, then protecting all your devices with one subscription is a worthwhile investment.

Today's commercial antivirus suites offer the most thorough levels of protection you can buy and typically bundle in both multi-device and multiplatform support, so they'll shield not just your Windows PCs, but Apple Macs, Android handsets and iPhones, or tablets too.

Sharmishta is TechRadar's APAC Managing Editor and loves all things photography, something she discovered while chasing monkeys in the wilds of India (yes, she studied to be a primatologist but has since left monkey business behind). While she's happiest with a camera in her hand, she's also an avid reader and has become a passionate proponent of ereaders, having appeared on Singaporean radio to talk about the convenience of these underrated devices. When she's not testing cameras and lenses, she's discovering the joys and foibles of smart home gizmos. She also contributes to Digital Camera World and T3, and helps produce two of Future's photography print magazines in Australia.