# Avast Mobile Security, Privacy vs Hacker Protection,VPN Security

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hacker Protection,VPN Security at 71% against Avast Mobile Security, Privacy's 54%. Hacker Protection,VPN Security also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). Avast Mobile Security, Privacy's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and chart position (#171 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Hacker Protection,VPN Security sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 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 12K, 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 71% of Hacker Protection,VPN Security's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy ships an update every 3 weeks, Hacker Protection,VPN Security every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Avast Mobile Security, Privacy | Hacker Protection,VPN Security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (100K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avast-mobile-security-privacy/id1276551855/reviews)** | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **100K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | 53.7% of reviews | **71.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#171** | — |
| Size | 356 MB | 197 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AVAST Software s.r.o](https://appshunter.io/developer/568017534) | [Prime Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596286116) |

## What reviewers say

### Avast Mobile Security, Privacy

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

**Currently charting:** #171 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


### Hacker Protection,VPN Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools to protect your digital identity and device. It scans for security risks, monitors email and account safety, and secures your online browsing with a VPN. Features include spam protection, network analysis, and a privacy-focused browser.

**Highlights:** Email Guard & Scan, Account Exposure Check, Network Inspector & WiFi Scan, VPN with Web Shield, Spam SMS & Call Protection, Private Browser, Protection Score

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Protection Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| All app Premium subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| All App Access monthly. | $10.99 | per month |
| All app subscription for a month. | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlock app's all security features. | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly scan + vpn subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription All App. | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Provides good security protection
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful security features like dark web scan

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🔋 VPN disconnects frequently
- 🤔 Inaccurate system update notifications
- 😕 Difficulty accessing or viewing reports

**Reported bugs**

- VPN not working as expected
- System update check not functioning properly
- Issues with accessing and viewing security reports

**Requested features**

- Add option to automatically disconnect from risky networks
- Improve email breach resolution process
- Provide more detailed security analytics and reporting
- Integrate with other security/privacy tools


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avast Mobile Security, Privacy free?

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

### Is Hacker Protection,VPN Security free?

Hacker Protection,VPN Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Avast Mobile Security, Privacy or Hacker Protection,VPN Security?

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy is rated higher. Avast Mobile Security, Privacy averages 4.7 out of 5 from 100K ratings, while Hacker Protection,VPN Security averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

### Do Avast Mobile Security, Privacy or Hacker Protection,VPN Security have ads?

Neither Avast Mobile Security, Privacy nor Hacker Protection,VPN Security shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Avast Mobile Security, Privacy or Hacker Protection,VPN Security?

Avast Mobile Security, Privacy ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hacker Protection,VPN Security every 6 days. Most recently, Avast Mobile Security, Privacy was updated on November 12, 2026 and Hacker Protection,VPN Security 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.*