Top apps for mobile security

by Ruby Shaikh 05:02 0 comments

While Android is getting popular and safe with every new release, there is still sensitivity that Android is prone to the several malware and viruses. Mobile security mobile apps remain one of the most popular types of apps on Android. There have been arguments and faults as the advantage of mobile security and anti-malware apps on Android and those arguments are generally reasonable. The best mobile security apps offer top-notch malware detection and prevention as well as provide a good privacy and anti-theft features. The most antivirus apps have both free and paid versions but not all the premium mobile security apps are created equally. So let's have a look on best mobile security apps and anti-malware apps.

1.       360 Security is the one of the most widespread and highly rated mobile security apps available this time with more than 100 million installs and 10 million ratings resulting in a 4.6 overall rating.  This anti-malware and mobile security app comes with lots of great features such as the ability to scan device files, scan apps and games, and enable real-time protection and app lock.

2.       AVAST Mobile security comes from Avast, most of the people recognize this name from the antivirus market on desktop and laptop devices. Avast on Android or any other app store is just as very popular and trusted with more than 100 million downloads and around four million reviews with a 4.5 overall rating in Google Play.  Avast is definitely one of the most massive mobile security apps that we have found and it comes with tons of great features including remote data recovery, remote SMS, ad detection and app locking.

3.       AVG security is another mobile security app that most of the people know about from AVG’s time in the PC antivirus space. Moreover, AVG has more than 100 million installs to date and has a reputable 4.4 rating in the play store. AVG is a bit lighter compared to other leading mobile security apps and it includes real-time protection, device scanning, and regular antivirus database updates.

4.       Kaspersky is also one of the most popular and recognizable name in the antivirus space and Kaspersky android app is extremely popular. The list of features includes free scanning from malware and viruses, anti-phishing, cloud protection, and anti-theft, as well as some good features like an alarm to finding lost device.

5.       Norton security and antivirus is also one of the most recognizable names in the antivirus space. Over the last year, Norton has endured some good changes, which includes a more powerful free version of their app along with a bit redesign and some great features added in.