The best mobile antivirus offers top-quality protection against malware with minimal impact on the performance of your device. It should offer a simple and intuitive user interface, as well as additional features such as anti-theft tools and app lock. Also, it shouldn’t be too expensive, particularly because Android users can download applications from a greater variety of sources than Apple devices (which uses strict App Store approvals).
Kaspersky Mobile Antivirus (now called Kaspersky Security and Antivirus) received perfect scores in independent tests and has a clean and simple interface. Its free tier has no advertisements and doesn’t push you to upgrade, although it will require a reliable internet connection. A paid plan offers call blocking, Android Wear and a powerful set of anti-theft features. It’s not as comprehensive that include a Wi -Fi scanner and privacy tools.
Bitdefender Antivirus Plus is one of the most powerful and feature-rich programs available with malware protection. It was top-of-the-line in our independent tests. It has a simple and simple interface, and its alerts and descriptions are concise and clear. It’s not reliable and requires an ongoing internet connection to scan for viruses.
Lookout Mobile Security was one of the very first antivirus apps that were available for Android. It is now referred to as Lookout Security & Antivirus, or Lookout Personal. It is still a popular choice for its clean interface, identity protection and uncomplicated subscription pricing. The free tier comes with call and SMS blocking and device scanning and anti-theft. The premium version offers real-time protection as well as a safe web browser.