Cybersecurity · head to head
Kaspersky Total Security vs Tanium
Kaspersky Total Security
Cybersecurity
Complete protection for your digital life
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
Tanium
Cybersecurity
Unified platform for real-time endpoint management, security and compliance
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Kaspersky Total Security has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Kaspersky Total Security uS sales banned since June 2024 with support ending September 29, 2024; Tanium no public pricing is published, requiring a sales engagement to get a quote.
- They diverge on capability: Kaspersky Total Security covers Real-time protection, Tanium covers Real-time endpoint queries.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Kaspersky Total Security and Tanium actually diverge.
| Attribute | Kaspersky Total Security | Tanium |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | Unknown | quote |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | web, windows, mac, linux, api |
| Founded | 1997 | 2007 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Cybersecurity).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Kaspersky Total Security
- Real-time protection
- Ransomware protection
- Safe Money
- Privacy protection
- Parental controls
- Password manager
- VPN
- File encryption
Only in Tanium
- Real-time endpoint queries
- Single lightweight agent
- Linear Chain Architecture
- Vulnerability management
- AI-driven remediation
- Threat hunting
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Kaspersky Total Security
- Antivirusnot Tanium
- Internet Securitynot Tanium
- Parental Controlnot Tanium
Tanium
- Getting real-time visibility into all endpoints across a large enterprisenot Kaspersky Total Security
- Patching operating systems and software at scale quicklynot Kaspersky Total Security
- Continuous vulnerability scanning and risk scoringnot Kaspersky Total Security
- Hunting for and remediating active threats across a fleetnot Kaspersky Total Security
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Kaspersky Total Security
- US sales banned since June 2024 with support ending September 29, 2024
- VPN limited to 200 MB per day and servers in only 24 countries
- Password manager has privacy concerns with questionable terms and policies
- VPN and password manager only included in Plus and Premium tiers, not in Standard
- Occasionally flags legitimate files as false positives
- Firewall leaves open ports on public networks
Tanium
- No public pricing is published, requiring a sales engagement to get a quote.
- Aimed at large enterprises, making it impractical for small teams or budgets.
- Deployment and configuration of the agent-based architecture requires significant IT expertise.
- Full value depends on adopting multiple Tanium modules, which can increase cost and complexity versus point solutions.
Pricing, plan by plan
Kaspersky Total Security
Free- FreeFree
- Basic antivirus
- No real-time protection
- Standard$38.99/year
- Antivirus
- Firewall
- Anti-phishing
- Plus$52.99/year
- Standard features
- Password manager
- VPN with limit
- Premium$74.99/year
- Plus features
- Identity protection
- Unlimited VPN
Tanium
On request- Enterprise$undefined/mo
- Custom endpoint volume pricing
- Full platform modules
- Dedicated support
Which should you pick?
Choose Kaspersky Total Security if
- You need real-time protection.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android.
- You also want ransomware protection.
Choose Tanium if
- You need real-time endpoint queries.
- You work on web, windows, mac, linux, api.
- You also want single lightweight agent.
Questions people ask
- Is Kaspersky Total Security or Tanium better?
- Neither clearly leads. Kaspersky Total Security starts at Free and Tanium at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Kaspersky Total Security or Tanium?
- Kaspersky Total Security has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Kaspersky Total Security and On request for Tanium.
- Does Kaspersky Total Security or Tanium run on more platforms?
- Kaspersky Total Security runs on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android. Tanium runs on web, windows, mac, linux, api.
- Can I use Kaspersky Total Security for free?
- Yes. Kaspersky Total Security has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Tanium starts at On request.
- What is Kaspersky Total Security best used for?
- Kaspersky Total Security is most often used for antivirus, internet security, parental control. Of those, antivirus and internet security are not what Tanium is typically brought in for.
- What can Kaspersky Total Security do that Tanium cannot?
- Kaspersky Total Security covers Real-time protection, Ransomware protection, Safe Money, Privacy protection. Tanium covers Real-time endpoint queries, Single lightweight agent, Linear Chain Architecture, Vulnerability management.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Kaspersky Total Security: What does Kaspersky Total Security include?
Kaspersky Total Security (Premium tier) includes antivirus, firewall, password manager, VPN with 200 MB daily limit, parental controls (Kaspersky Safe Kids), and anti-ransomware protection.
SourceTanium: What is Tanium's pricing model?
Tanium does not publish pricing on its website. Interested customers must contact the company or request a demo to discuss pricing and capabilities.
SourceKaspersky Total Security: How much does Kaspersky Total Security cost?
Kaspersky Standard costs $38.99/year for 3 devices. Plus tier is $52.99/year for 5 devices. Premium is $74.99/year for 10 devices. Multi-year discounts available.
SourceTanium: Is there a Tanium free trial?
Tanium does not clearly advertise a free trial on its main website, directing customers to schedule a demo or contact sales for more information.
SourceKaspersky Total Security: Is Kaspersky available in the United States?
No. The U.S. government banned Kaspersky software sales in June 2024, with support and software updates ceasing September 29, 2024, citing national security concerns regarding Russian government ties.
SourceKaspersky Total Security: Does Kaspersky have parental controls?
Yes. Premium and Plus tiers include one year free access to Kaspersky Safe Kids parental controls app, which provides activity reports, app monitoring, usage limits, and geo-fencing with location tracking.
SourceKaspersky Total Security: How much does the VPN provide?
Kaspersky's free VPN (Kaspersky Secure Connection) offers only 200 MB per day of traffic, limiting data usage. Full VPN is included in Plus and Premium plans but with limited servers in only 24 countries.
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