There are many different Android antivirus and security apps available on the market, designed to protect you and your mobile devices from the ever-incessant perils out there trying to breach your smartphone, and therefore your privacy and your life.
Is Antivirus Enough?
To protect your Android device from these threats, you should install a security app and use a password to protect your account.
Your data is important, and it’s essential that you protect it. However, if someone steals or otherwise gets access to your phone, you have options to protect yourself. For example, anti-theft protection can help keep your data safe.
Antivirus apps are a great way to keep your device and its software safe from threats. They can also help you protect yourself from unwanted calls and other security risks. However, some features, such as theft protection, require a paid subscription. ..
Some antitheft apps can help you keep your phone safe and secure, by allowing you to track it, lock it down, or wipe it remotely if it gets lost or stolen. These apps can also help youdisable or remove specific apps from your phone, so that no one can access and exploit your data.
Other security features on the phone include watching your apps and flagging the ones that have permissions they don’t require, such as view your contacts, scan your call logs, locate you geographically, or send texts. If a silly little recipe-collecting app tries to peak at your private data, you should not only want to know about it, but will probably want to disable it.
Thieves often try to replace your SIM card in order to steal your data and device. Many antivirus-security apps provide ways to thwart this, by either locking the device or sending you the new phone number associated with the SIM card. This allows you to send the coded messages required to launch anti theft measures to protect or wipe your data.
Overall Effectiveness
But because of the pandemic, I’ve decided to skip that step and just focus on the products that have been shown to be most effective in fighting the virus.
In this case, several third-party analysis and testing firms, including AV-Test, AV-Comparatives, MRG-Effitas, and others have already conducted extensive testing of these products. So, in addition to my testing and timing data, I relied heavily on independent third-party benchmarking. ..
Overall, I found that the user interfaces of the products on this list were all quite friendly and usable. What this means is that even though some of these products didn’t make it onto the final list, they all work well and are easy to use. ..
This list of security-focused products has passed performance tests with high accuracy, including locating and neutralizing known threats, blocking malicious sites and links.
Some products, like Norton Security and Antivirus, come with a free trial period. After the trial period is up, you must upgrade to the paid version in order to continue using all of the features of the product. For instance, with Norton Mobile Security, you must upgrade to Norton Security to continue using its scanning and blocking capabilities. ..
The free versions of these products include the basic antivirus protection you’re likely to expect. I’ll let you know if and when they don’t.
If it’s on this List
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Avast Mobile Security
Pros:
The free version of the app includes a firewall, antitheft, and call blocking feature. The premium version of the app locks down your phone’s VPN connection and adds an extra layer of security. ..
Cons:
In the free version of the app, you can see ads.
Bottom Line:
The free version of a VPN service is likely to be robust enough for most users, but the premium version may add additional features that are not available in the free version.
Versions:
Avast Mobile Security is a great security solution that comes with just about everything for free. Avast Mobile Security Pro adds VPN, password management, and other features. One license is $40, three are $55, and five are $85. With a 10-license pack running about $14 per device, Avast Mobile Security is a great option for anyone looking to protect their devices from potential threats.
Avast Mobile Security is a free antivirus software application that comes with just about everything you need to keep your phone completely secure. This software is designed to help protect your device from viruses and other malware, and it includes features such as real-time protection, anti-spyware protection, and anti-virus scanning.
This includes features to protect your computer from viruses, malware, and other threats.
The new Pro features of the security app include snapshots and audio of a potential thief, the ability to register and lock on SIM card change, VPN, protecting apps and media via PIN codes, and password management. ..
Avast also helps you determine which apps are best used on a Wi-Fi connection.
Bitdefender
Pros:
The company offers a wide range of features, including antitheft, VPN, and ransomware protection. It also has a remote control and monitoring system that makes it easy to manage your business.
Cons:
Scans must be scheduled or initiated manually in order to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Bottom Line:
Bitdefender is a comprehensive antivirus and security suite that offers a lot of features, including a password manager, anti-spyware, and parental controls.
Versions:
Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition, works with Windows, macOS, and Android = Bitdefender Total Security 2019, protects up to five Android, Windows, macOS, and iOS devices for one year = $89.99 MSRP / $44.99 retail ..
Bitdefender is a powerful Android antivirus and security app that has been awarded nearly every publication and organization that has reviewed it.
The free antivirus and malware protection features of the new Windows 10 update include behavioral detection to closely monitor your active apps, and when it detects anything suspicious, it takes instant action. Powerful scan engines ensure detection and removal of all malware, from viruses, worms and Trojans, and ransomware, zero-day exploits, rootkits and spyware. ..
Bitdefender Total Security is a comprehensive security solution that includes features like antitheft, device administrator, app lock, account privacy, and more. If you enable it, there’s even a feature that takes a snapshot when somebody tries to guess your lock screen PIN.
Bitdefender’s virus scans in my test are among the fastest in the business. App lock provides additional security on Messages, emails, and settings, as well as other apps you choose. It also protects you from fraudulent and malicious sites inside Chrome and several other browsers.
Kaspersky
Pros:
malware protection Protects up to 20 devices Numerous features include parental control, password management, VPN, and security Online dashboard for managing security ..
Cons:
A password manager could be more robust if it required several separate installations. ..
Bottom Line:
Kaspersky is a popular antivirus software that offers a variety of features and is easy to use. ..
Versions:
Kaspersky Internet Security for Android is a robust and feature-rich security software application that is free to download. This software application offers a comprehensive security solution that includes features such as anti-virus protection, data encryption, and more.
Kaspersky Total Security is now available for purchase at a discounted price of $14.95 for one device for one year. Additionally, three devices can be purchased for $24.95 each, which provides users with the flexibility to protect their devices on multiple platforms. The Kaspersky Total Security multiplatform version is also available at a discounted price of $149.99 MSRP / $59.99 retail and supports up to 20 devices on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS platforms. ..
The Kaspersky Android smartphone antivirus is one of the most robust I’ve seen and may be all you need to protect your device. It delivers powerful mobile antivirus and malware protection, as well as scans for dangerous apps and links. You’ll have to pay $4 per month to get that feature.
The free version of the Android phone security app does not include all of the features that are available in the full version, such as anti-theft protection, automated scans for malware, and a confidentiality feature that allows you to lock your apps with a code.
Kaspersky offers a security cloud service that sells for $149.99. The service includes 20 installs of the company’s Android, Windows, macOS, or iOS products. Depending on the device, features and controls are extensive. Protection includes Wi-Fi network scanning, OS optimization, Unused Data Cleaner for removing unused apps, and a battery life saver and booster. ..
The app does not provide antivirus protection. You must install an antivirus software program separately on your Android device. There is also a Kaspersky Safe Kids option that filters content and monitors social media. And you can use the app to track your child’s location on his or her smartphone.
McAfee
Pros:
The app offers a 10 license version for $5.99, which includes checks for data leakage and strong antiphishing protection. The app also offers ransomware protection.
Cons:
In the free version of the app, you can see ads.
Bottom Line:
McAfee AntiVirus Plus supports 10 devices that are running Android, Windows, macOS, and iOS.
Versions:
McAfee Mobile Security for Android is a free app that helps protect your device from malware and other threats.
McAfee Total Protection is a security software that comes in three versions: one, five, and ten licenses for Android, Windows, macOS, and iOS devices. The price for each license varies depending on the device you choose to purchase it for. McAfee Total Protection is available for $29.99, $39.99, and $44.99 per year.
McAfee Total Protection is a comprehensive antivirus and security solution that keeps your devices protected. It includes antivirus protection, anti theft protection, and device locator features.
The app lock feature, Wi-Fi network protection, eliminate ads, and a media back up feature are required for the Pro version of the Total Protection package. The price for the Pro Android package is $79.99 or $30 more than the multiplatform 10 device Total Protection package. The app lock feature is required for use on up to 10 Android devices with the Pro Android package.
Total Protection is a multiplatform product that offers features such as ID theft protection, password management, ransomware protection, and a firewall. If you have only one device to protect, the best deal is the $30 package.
While this product is excellent, McAfee should reevaluate its pricing logistics. Additionally, during installation I somehow managed to lock my McAfee online account before I finished setting it up, which added several frustrating steps to getting Anti Theft and other features that depended on my account working. ..
Norton
Pros:
The best antivirus and malware protection on the market. Lock your phone remotely to keep it safe from viruses and malware. Consistently top scores during testing. Built-in firewall Virus protection guarantee. VPNParental controls online backup.
Cons:
A malicious site can be protected by an upgrade to the Microsoft Security Essentials software.
Bottom Line:
Norton 360 is a stalwart antivirus and security product with tons of features, including online backup, VPN, many security features, parental controls, and more. ..
Versions:
Norton Mobile Security offers extensive security features for free for 30 days, then charges $29.99 per month for the full range of protection.
Norton 360 is a security software that comes in Standard and Deluxe versions. The Standard version supports up to five Android, Windows, macOS, or iOS devices. The Deluxe version also supports 50GB of online backup space.
Norton 360 with LifeLock Select is a new product that comes with everything in the previous product plus LifeLock Identity Theft protection and 100GB of backup space. The MSRP / retail price is $149.99. ..
Norton’s antivirus and security products have been around for a long time, and they work extremely well. The company offers a 30 day trial of its Norton Mobile Security, or you can get it in a five-device bundle.
-A firewall to keep your computer safe from viruses and other online threats -A backup system to help you recover if something goes wrong -An anti-spyware program to keep your computer clean of spyware and other malware ..
- Protect your online presence with our top-of-the-line security features.
- Keep your data safe with our cloud backup and smart firewall.
- Keep your identity safe with our US-based identity restoration service.
- Protect yourself from financial theft with our credit monitoring and SSN monitoring services.
- Stay informed of data breaches and other security threats with our notification service ..
Norton Security offers a variety of subscription plans that range from $10 to $150 per year. The company guarantees that users’ devices will stay virus free or receive a full refund. ..
Conclusion
The five products we looked at are great, but if you have a household full of devices, it’s better to choose one of the mega-bundles that provide multiplatform support.
Apple devices are not as easily exploitable as Android devices, but they do not offer nearly the same level of support.
Make sure the bundle you choose includes the features you need on your platforms of choice. ..
