# Avast Mobile Security, Privacy vs Mobile Security &  Protection.

The clearest difference is monetization model: Avast Mobile Security, Privacy at free with in-app purchases against Mobile Security &  Protection.'s subscription. Avast Mobile Security, Privacy also leads on ratings volume (100K vs 7K) and chart position (#167 vs unranked). Mobile Security &  Protection.'s advantage is review sentiment (63% vs 54%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Avast Mobile Security, Privacy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Mobile Security &  Protection. sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Avast Mobile Security, Privacy has 100K ratings behind it against 7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of Avast Mobile Security, Privacy's written reviews are positive against 63% of Mobile Security &  Protection.'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Avast Mobile Security, Privacy | Mobile Security &  Protection. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (100K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avast-mobile-security-privacy/id1276551855/reviews)** | [4.5 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-security-and-protection/id1282949977/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **100K** | 7K |
| Positive reviews | 53.7% of reviews | **63.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | — |
| Size | 356 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AVAST Software s.r.o](https://appshunter.io/developer/568017534) | [Protection & Security App LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282949976) |

## What reviewers say

### Avast Mobile Security, Privacy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avast-mobile-security-privacy/id1276551855)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app offers comprehensive mobile security, protecting against malware, scams, and phishing. It includes features like a VPN for privacy, a Wi-Fi scanner for safe connections, and AI-powered tools to detect and block threats.

**Highlights:** Malware and scam protection, VPN for online privacy, Wi-Fi security scanner, Hack alert for password leaks, AI-powered scam detection, Email and SMS scam protection

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year | $28.99 | per year |
| 1 year Ultimate | $29.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Avast Mobile Security Ultimate | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent security protection
- 🔒 Reliable virus and malware detection
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🔒 Provides a sense of security and peace of mind
- 💡 Useful features like photo vault and VPN

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with VPN connectivity and functionality
- 🔋 Can be resource-intensive and drain battery life
- 💰 Premium features require paid subscription
- 🤔 Unclear how effective the free version is for virus/malware removal

**Reported bugs**

- VPN repeatedly disconnecting or not working as expected
- App blocking access to certain websites and apps
- Inconsistent performance and stability issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to choose VPN server location
- More comprehensive scanning and virus removal capabilities
- Better integration with other security features


### Mobile Security &  Protection.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-security-and-protection/id1282949977)

Protect your device from theft with an intelligent alarm and location tracking. Secure your photos and contacts with cloud backup. Block unwanted calls and messages using pattern or direct number blocking.

**Highlights:** Anti-theft alarm, Device location tracking, Photo and contact backup, Spam call and message blocking, Pattern number blocking, Direct number blocking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| New Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure phone protection
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient app performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔓 Limited free features
- 🐛 Unreliable customer support

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to cancel subscription
- Inconsistent app behavior
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Malware scanning and removal
- Customizable security settings
- Improved call blocking and spam detection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avast Mobile Security, Privacy free?

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mobile Security &  Protection. free?

Mobile Security &  Protection. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Avast Mobile Security, Privacy or Mobile Security &  Protection.?

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy is rated higher. Avast Mobile Security, Privacy averages 4.7 out of 5 from 100K ratings, while Mobile Security &  Protection. averages 4.5 from 7K ratings.

### Do Avast Mobile Security, Privacy or Mobile Security &  Protection. have ads?

Neither Avast Mobile Security, Privacy nor Mobile Security &  Protection. shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Avast Mobile Security, Privacy or Mobile Security &  Protection.?

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mobile Security &  Protection. every 3 weeks. Most recently, Avast Mobile Security, Privacy was updated on November 12, 2026 and Mobile Security &  Protection. on November 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*