# AVG Mobile Security vs Hacker Protection,VPN Security

The clearest difference is monetization model: AVG Mobile Security at free with in-app purchases against Hacker Protection,VPN Security's subscription. AVG Mobile Security also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and chart position (#158 vs unranked). Hacker Protection,VPN Security's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (71% vs 59%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AVG Mobile Security sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Hacker Protection,VPN Security sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AVG Mobile Security holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AVG Mobile Security has 78K ratings behind it against 12K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of AVG Mobile Security'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.

AVG Mobile Security ships an update every 3 weeks, Hacker Protection,VPN Security every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AVG Mobile Security | Hacker Protection,VPN Security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (78K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avg-mobile-security/id1473934066/reviews)** | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **78K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | 58.9% of reviews | **71.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#158** | — |
| Size | 473 MB | 195 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [AVG eCommerce CY Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/719038807) | [Prime Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596286116) |

## What reviewers say

### AVG Mobile Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avg-mobile-security/id1473934066)

**Currently charting:** #158 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Safeguard your digital life with features like identity protection, a secure photo vault, and Wi-Fi scanning. Get instant alerts for leaked passwords and browse privately with a built-in VPN. Protect your sensitive information from online threats.

**Highlights:** Identity Protection for leaked passwords, Encrypted Photo Vault, Wi-Fi Security Scanner, Secure Browsing with VPN (Premium), Real-time notifications

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Year | $13.99 | per year |
| Premium | $15.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium tier | $19.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year | $28.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 year Ultimate | $29.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 year Ultimate | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultimate subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Provides basic security protection
- 💡 Useful features like VPN and photo vault

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 🔋 Slows down device performance
- 🤔 Confusing subscription model and upselling tactics
- ❌ Unreliable protection and detection capabilities

**Reported bugs**

- VPN disconnects frequently
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Incorrect threat detection and false positives

**Requested features**

- Improve VPN reliability and connection speeds
- Add more detailed scanning and reporting capabilities
- Provide better customer support and communication


### Hacker Protection,VPN Security

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

This app offers comprehensive security and privacy features to protect your identity, data, and devices from cyber threats. It combines multiple security tools into one solution, including VPN, ID scanning, WiFi protection, and a secure photo vault.

**Highlights:** Phone Protection Score, Secure WiFi Scan, Continuous ID Scan, Message Spam Filter, Safe Photo Vault, VPN with Speed Boost Control, Secure Contacts Backup

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MobileCare Suite | $4.99 | per month |
| Special Protection Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Security Scans Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription with Trial | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Special Security Discount Plan | $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 scans subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly scan + vpn subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Scan + VPN yearly sub without trial | $39.99 | per year |
| All App features with trail | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription All App. | $69.99 | per year |
| All App subscription without trial. | $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 AVG Mobile Security free?

AVG Mobile Security 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, AVG Mobile Security or Hacker Protection,VPN Security?

AVG Mobile Security is rated higher. AVG Mobile Security averages 4.7 out of 5 from 78K ratings, while Hacker Protection,VPN Security averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

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

Neither AVG Mobile Security nor Hacker Protection,VPN Security shows ads.

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

AVG Mobile Security ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hacker Protection,VPN Security every 6 days. Most recently, AVG Mobile Security was updated on October 22, 2026 and Hacker Protection,VPN Security on October 21, 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.*