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HogSolo
Apr 13, 2019Follower
NetGear Armor compared to BitDefender Box 2
Hi, I am curious if anyone compared NetGear Armor on the Orbi router (or any othe NetGear router) to the standalone BitDefender Box 2? I am currently using the BitDefender Box 2 with an Orbi router ...
- Sep 19, 2019
I am considering upgrading my currrent Netgear Router. I have been looking into the Orbi Mesh System. I have a Bitdefender Box 2 and I am very satisfied with the Bitdefender product. I could not find any good information on Orbi and Bitdefender Box 2, on Netgear's site, so I contacted Bitdefender. Here is what I learned.
1. The Orbi mesh system is fully compatible with BOX2.
2. Regarding comparing the two, there is no comparison available as the protection they offer is virtually identical, The interface is different tho.
3. As the interface differs, some features might be different or lacking entierly.
4. The Netgear does not come bundled with Total Security software for unlimited devices as the BOX2 does.
Based on this conversation with Bitdefender, I would say that the Bitdefender Box 2 is the product that I would continue to use. Of course it would come down to what features you need and use in your situation. For me, I want to be able to protect my devices with Bitdefender Total Security, and keep the protection that I feel the Bitdefender Box 2 provides for my Home Network. I hope this information helps someone else.
spewak
Apr 15, 2019Luminary
I was previously using Box 2 but had problems with devices connected to my Satellite when router was in AP mode. I am on the trial period of Armor and comparing the two is difficult. Armor software has issues and I am currently debating whether to extend my trial to a full sub. If your Box 2 is working for you as expected, I would defintely recommend you stay put.