Norton 360

Overview

Norton 360 is a paid security suite for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, with device and cloud-backup allowances that vary by plan. It suits households or individuals who want security tools and a VPN in one subscription, especially when they need room for several devices. Its main trade-off is a recurring subscription whose renewal price can differ from the introductory price.

Key features

Plans include antivirus and protection against malware, ransomware, hacking, and scams, as well as a VPN private internet connection. That broad bundle is useful if you want several kinds of protection under one subscription; it is less compelling if you need only basic antivirus. Eligible plans include Norton’s 100% Virus Protection Promise.

Cloud Backup ranges from 2 GB to 250 GB, so the plan matters if backup capacity is part of the reason to subscribe. Parental controls and a password manager are among the supported features. Dark Web Monitoring is subject to regional availability, and some features are limited by platform, so coverage is not identical across every device. Norton Mobile Security is included with Deluxe and LifeLock plans.

Pricing

Norton 360 is paid, with no free plan. The entry price is $94.99 a year for Standard, which covers three devices and includes 2 GB of cloud backup. It is the narrowest listed paid option: appropriate for a small device set, but its limited backup quota may not suit people expecting to store much.

Deluxe costs $119.99 a year for five devices and 50 GB of backup. It adds a larger device allowance and Mobile Security, making it a more practical step up for a household with several phones or computers. Norton 360 for Gamers is also $119.99 a year, with three devices and 50 GB of backup; it offers less device capacity than Deluxe at the same listed annual price, so it is a fit only if that plan is the one you want.

Premium costs $149.99 a year and covers ten devices with 100 GB of backup. LifeLock Select Plus costs $189.99 a year for ten devices and 250 GB of backup. The latter is the broadest listed backup allowance, while Premium costs less for the same device count. Choose between them based on whether the extra backup capacity is worth the higher price.

Subscriptions automatically renew after the introductory term; displayed introductory prices apply to that term, and renewal pricing may change with advance email notice. Standard, Deluxe, and LifeLock Select Plus are billed annually, with first-year promotional pricing also shown for those plans. The Gamer and Premium prices are stated as annual renewal prices. Norton shows a 60-day money-back guarantee and a 7-day trial; free tools and free trials are also offered, but there is no free Norton 360 plan.

Platforms

Norton 360 supports Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, across PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones. Some features are platform-limited, so confirm that the particular tools you want apply to each device. The ten-device general limit does not apply to every tier: Standard covers three devices, Deluxe five, and LifeLock Select Plus ten.

Who it's for

Choose Norton 360 if you want a multi-device security bundle that combines threat protection with a VPN, and if the plan’s backup quota matches your needs. Standard suits a smaller device group; Deluxe raises the allowance to five and includes Mobile Security; Premium or LifeLock Select Plus suit users covering up to ten devices. Look elsewhere if you want a free security plan, need more than 250 GB of listed backup, or prefer to avoid renewal-price changes.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Broad protection covers antivirus, malware, ransomware, hacking, and scams, with a VPN included.
• Pros: Plan choices scale from three to ten devices and from 2 GB to 250 GB of cloud backup.
• Pros: Deluxe and LifeLock plans include Norton Mobile Security; Dark Web Monitoring is also included, subject to regional limits.
• Cons: There is no free Norton 360 plan, and the lowest listed annual price is $94.99 a year.
• Cons: Renewal is automatic, and the renewal price may change after the introductory term.
• Cons: Feature availability varies by platform, while Dark Web Monitoring has regional restrictions.

Alternatives

Bitdefender Total Security is worth considering if you want a free plan or trial and a lower first-year price: its listed Individual plan is $59.99 a year for five devices, plus applicable sales tax. Kaspersky Antivirus may suit someone seeking a lower listed renewal price and Linux support; its Premium plan is $54.99 a year for three devices, with a Middle East license.

Bitdefender Antivirus Plus is a lower-cost option if one device is enough: its first-year plan is $24.99 a year and may automatically renew. Avast One is an option if you want a free plan; its Basic plan is described as providing essential antivirus and security features. Malwarebytes Premium is another option with a free plan, with listed tiers for one device, three devices, and boutique businesses.

F-Secure Total is worth comparing if you need a smaller device count: its one-device, one-year plan is $69.99 a year, and its three-device plan is $79.99 a year. Avira Free Security suits readers looking for a free option, with real-time threat protection, privacy tools, and performance optimization. Kaspersky Plus Internet Security is another alternative to consider.

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Verdict

Norton 360 is a solid choice for people who want security, a VPN, and backup in one subscription across several devices. Deluxe is the more balanced fit for five devices, while Premium or LifeLock Select Plus serve ten-device needs with different backup allowances. Choose another product if a free plan, a lower entry price, or predictable renewal costs matter more than Norton’s bundled tools.