Sophos vs Avast (Gen Digital)
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Cybersecurity Software for Small Business. Last verified June 4, 2026.
The short answer
Sophos ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #9) for Small business IT buyers choosing endpoint protection and security tools. A comprehensive, synchronized system where security products share intelligence for better defense.
At a glance
| Sophos | Avast (Gen Digital) | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Cybersecurity Software for Small Business | #9 / The 11 Best Cybersecurity Software for Small Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 7.8 |
| Best for | Best unified security platform | Best for budget-conscious startups |
| Pricing | $$$ ($40 to $80/endpoint/year) | $ ($20 to $50/endpoint/year) |
| HQ | Abingdon, UK | Prague, Czech Republic |
| Founded | 1985 | 1988 |
Sophos
A comprehensive, synchronized system where security products share intelligence for better defense.
www.sophos.com/en-us/products/endpoint-antivirusSee full entry in The 11 Best Cybersecurity Software for Small Business
Avast (Gen Digital)
Dependable, no-frills security at a very competitive price for budget-focused businesses.
www.avast.com/businessSee full entry in The 11 Best Cybersecurity Software for Small Business
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.