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# Compare Norton AntiVirus vs WatchGuard Firebox

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> Detailed comparison between Norton AntiVirus and WatchGuard Firebox. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Norton AntiVirus | WatchGuard Firebox |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 4461 | 446 |
| **Starting Price** | US$59.99 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Norton AntiVirus

Designed for individuals, families, and small businesses, it helps protect PC, Mac, Android, and iOS devices against online threats, monitor dark web, secure passwords, and more.

### WatchGuard Firebox

WatchGuard network security supports small and medium-sized businesses, large enterprises, remote workers, educational institutions, healthcare, government agencies, non-profits, and retail.

## Key features

### Norton AntiVirus

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Monitoring
- Alerts/Notifications
- Anti Spam
- Anti Virus
- Email Alerts
- Real-Time Monitoring
- Real-Time Notifications
- Risk Alerts
- Secure Login
- Threat Response
- VPN Software

### WatchGuard Firebox

- AI/Machine Learning
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Access Management
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Monitoring
- Alerts/Notifications
- Anti Spam
- Anti Virus
- Content Filtering
- Email Alerts
- Filtering
- Log Access
- Monitoring
- Real-Time Data
- Real-Time Monitoring
- Real-Time Notifications
- Risk Alerts
- Secure Login
- Threat Response
- VPN Software

## Links

- [View Norton AntiVirus Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/648/norton-security)
- [View WatchGuard Firebox Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/154706/unified-threat-management)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/648/154706/norton-security/vs/unified-threat-management)

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