Have I Been Pwned vs VirusTotal
Which one should you pick? We compared pricing, privacy, and features after hands-on testing both tools.
| Feature | Have I Been Pwned | VirusTotal |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free | Freemium |
| Local processing | ✗ Server-side | ✗ Server-side |
| Sign-up required | No | No |
| Our rating | ★ 4.7 | ★ 4.5 |
The verdict
Both tools process files on their servers. Our hands-on rating favors Have I Been Pwned.
Choose Have I Been Pwned if: Anyone checking if their accounts were breached.
Choose VirusTotal if: Users verifying suspicious files or links.