# Call Protect vs Trend Micro ScamCheck

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.

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.

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.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Call Protect | Trend Micro ScamCheck |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/call-protect-robocall-blocker/id1357820531/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trend-micro-scamcheck/id1566099565/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 2.4K |
| Positive reviews | 40.2% of reviews | **42.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 10 MB | 150 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Orave Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1086846779) | [Trend Micro, Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/486159632) |

## What reviewers say

### Call Protect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/call-protect-robocall-blocker/id1357820531)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Protection | $2.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Blocked number count resets to 0
- Lookup feature doesn't always work

**Requested features**

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


### Trend Micro ScamCheck

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trend-micro-scamcheck/id1566099565)

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:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to delete the app
- Blocking legitimate calls and messages
- Inconsistent behavior across updates

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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 30, 2026 and Trend Micro ScamCheck on October 30, 2026.

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