Comparison

Call Protect vs Trend Micro ScamCheck

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Call Protect

This app blocks unwanted calls from telemarketers, scammers, and spammers. It provides caller ID information for suspicious numbers and automatically blocks high-risk callers. You can also perform free reverse phone lookups for numbers in the US and Canada.

Highlights
  • Automatic spam call filter
  • Caller ID for risky numbers
  • Reverse phone lookup
  • Range-of-numbers blocker
  • Real-time spam database updates
Features
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Call Protect is a free robocall blocker with Caller ID tool that safeguards you against known telemarketers, robo callers, scammers, spammers, and other unwanted callers. With Call Protect, you can have a peace of mind whilst it silently works for you to reduce the number of unsolicited phone calls you receive. Call Protect maintains the latest database of active spam and robo callers. This list is monitored and updated in real-time. When you activate the Call Protect extension, the list of suspicious phone numbers is periodically updated onto your device. The highly-risky phone numbers that have been identified as harmful with our sophisticated algorithms are automatically blocked; while the other numbers, which may potentially be harmful, but have not been identified as such with full confidence yet, are added onto your phone with their caller ID information containing a warning message. This will alert you when you receive a phone call from such suspicious callers. These features work alongside each other to protect you against ever-evolving spammers. Beside Call Blocking and automatic Caller ID, this app also has a Caller ID lookup feature. You may use this feature to perform a reverse phone number lookup for free on any phone number from the US and Canada. This lookup service helps you get more information about the number that is calling you. After looking up a number, you have options to call, message, or block that number. You can also add it to your phone’s contacts list directly from within the app. Some useful features: - Automatic spam call filter - Caller ID information on risky numbers - Reverse phone lookup utility - Range-of-numbers blocker The use of Call Protect reduces the unwanted calls you receive. It will also alert you when a potentially harmful phone number calls your phone. In-App purchase: Call Protect offers a monthly subscription to PRO Protection that gives you access to the PRO features that are additional to the basic free features, for a small monthly fee. You can choose to cancel the subscription at any time by going to the account settings in the App Store. The terms of service that cover the app usage and subscriptions are available on https://callprotect.org/docs/terms_and_privacy.html. If you like this app, please share it with your friends and family. If you think there is any feature that would improve this app and make it more useful, please send us your suggestions. We hope you enjoy Call Protect!

About

Trend Micro ScamCheck

This app uses AI to detect and block various types of scams, including fraudulent calls, texts, websites, and even AI-generated video impersonations. It offers real-time analysis of suspicious content and provides tools to identify unknown callers. Protect your personal data and finances from online threats.

Highlights
  • AI-powered scam detection
  • Real-time call and SMS blocking
  • Fake AI video call detection
  • Malicious website blocker
  • Caller ID and reverse phone lookup
  • SMS filtering with custom keywords
Features
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Shield yourself from scams with Trend Micro ScamCheck — your AI-powered defense against scams! Featuring a call blocker, SMS filtering, fake video call detection, and a malicious website blocker, Trend Micro ScamCheck offers comprehensive protection against scams, fraud, and online threats. Stay safe from spam calls and texts, phishing, smishing, fake ai video scams, and dangerous websites. Download Trend Micro ScamCheck now for complete scam protection from one of the global leaders in cybersecurity! Enjoy a 30-day free trial! Experience all Premium features included in the Individual plan—free for 30 days. After the trial ends, you won’t be charged unless you choose to subscribe to an Individual or Family plan. You can continue using the app for free with limited features, or upgrade anytime for complete scam protection. Features include: • Scam Radar: Stay safe from scammers’ tactics with Scam Radar — an AI model that reads between the lines to detect subtle signs of scams that conventional anti-scam methods cannot. • Scam Check: Instantly analyze suspicious phone numbers, websites, emails, text messages, video links (Facebook, X, TikTok), and images. Simply ask our AI to check if something is a scam. • AI Video Scan: Detect AI face-swapping scams during video calls in real time, alerting you to potential impersonations. • SMS Filter: Automatically block spam and scam texts. Customize blocking for specific keywords, unknown numbers, and messages containing links. • Call Block: Automatically block spam and scam calls. Get alerted when a suspected telemarketer, robocaller, or scammer tries to contact you. Available in the US, Canada, Japan, Italy, and Taiwan, with more regions coming. • Caller ID & Reverse Phone Lookup: Look up a phone number and uncover who’s really behind it. Available in the US, Canada, Japan, Italy, and Taiwan. • Web Guard: Block unsafe websites and scam-related ads for safer browsing. • Family Circle (Family plan only): Protect up to 5 family members and get instant alerts to help them if they encounter scams. Plans and Subscriptions Individual Plan • Scam Radar • Scam Check • AI Video Scan • SMS Filter • Call Block • Caller ID & Reverse Phone Look up • Web Guard Family Plan • All premium features included in the individual plan • Family Circle • Multi-Device Protection Join over 2 million users! Stop scammers in their tracks and prevent them from accessing your money and personal data. Join our community of over 2 million users and enjoy peace of mind knowing you're protected. Your privacy comes first Trend Micro ScamCheck does not access any personal information. Our industry-leading anti-scam technology guarantees complete privacy. Trend Micro Global Privacy Notice: https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/about/legal/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/about/legal.html?modal=en-english-tm-apps-conditionspdf#tabs-825fcd-1

Screenshots

Call Protect4 screens
Trend Micro ScamCheck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Trend Micro ScamCheck at none against Call Protect's shown. Call Protect's advantage is ratings volume (32K vs 2.4K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Call Protect sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and Trend Micro ScamCheck sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Call Protect against 4.6 for Trend Micro ScamCheck. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Call Protect has 32K ratings behind it against 2.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of Call Protect's written reviews are positive against 42% of Trend Micro ScamCheck's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Call Protect versus Trend Micro ScamCheck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCall ProtectTrend Micro ScamCheck
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (32K ratings)4.6 (2.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.2% of reviews42.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings32K — better2.4K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB150 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrave TechnologiesTrend Micro, Incorporated

Customer experience

Call Protect

All ratings31,723 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral5.9%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews338 reviews
Positive40.2%
Neutral8.9%
Negative50.9%

Trend Micro ScamCheck

All ratings2,341 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews219 reviews
Positive42.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative47.9%

User reviews

Call Protect

From 32K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Blocks spam calls effectively
  • 👍 Useful reverse lookup feature
  • 🔒 Protects against scams

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't block all spam calls
  • 🔒 Blocks legitimate calls
  • 💰 Aggressive upselling to paid version

Trend Micro ScamCheck

From 2.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Effective spam filtering
  • 🔒 Scam detection and protection
  • 👍 Useful features like call blocking and SMS filtering
  • 🚀 Worked well initially

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Stopped working effectively over time
  • 💰 Transitioned from free to paid app
  • 🤔 Unclear subscription details and pricing
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance and reliability
  • 🤔 Confusing setup and configuration

Bugs and requests

Call Protect

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Blocked number count resets to 0
  • Lookup feature doesn't always work

Requested features

3 requests
  • Automatic database updates
  • Block entire country codes or area codes
  • Playback of voicemails left by blocked numbers

Trend Micro ScamCheck

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to delete the app
  • Blocking legitimate calls and messages
  • Inconsistent behavior across updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic spam/scam filtering without user intervention
  • Ability to block entire area codes or prefixes
  • Improved reporting and feedback mechanisms
  • Seamless integration with phone's native features

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Call Protect

Subscriptions1
  • PRO Protection7 Days trial$2.991 Month
6 purchases

Trend Micro ScamCheck

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$6.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Call Protect free?
Call Protect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Trend Micro ScamCheck free?
Trend Micro ScamCheck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Call Protect or Trend Micro ScamCheck?
Trend Micro ScamCheck is rated higher. Call Protect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Trend Micro ScamCheck averages 4.6 from 2.4K ratings.
Do Call Protect or Trend Micro ScamCheck have ads?
Call Protect shows ads; Trend Micro ScamCheck does not.
Which is updated more often, Call Protect or Trend Micro ScamCheck?
Call Protect ships an update every 3 weeks, and Trend Micro ScamCheck every 3 weeks. Most recently, Call Protect was updated on October 29, 2026 and Trend Micro ScamCheck on October 28, 2026.

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