ViceGuard vs Guard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ViceGuard
This utility app acts as a pocket alarm to deter theft. It monitors device motion and triggers a loud alarm if suspicious movement is detected. The alarm can be controlled remotely via an Apple Watch.
- Motion detection alarm
- Theft deterrence
- Loud alarm sound
- Apple Watch integration
- Remote activation/deactivation
Read full descriptionHide full description
Have you already been worried to leave your phone alone on the beach when going for a swim? If yes, then this app is for you! ViceGuard is a pocket alarm that you can activate when you fear that your device might get stolen. Simply press a button and your device motion will be monitored. If a suspicious movement is detected, a strong alarm sound will be emitted! You can also activate or deactivate the alarm with your Apple Watch!
Guard
Read full descriptionHide full description
Acting both as a traditional antivirus app & an online security assistant, Guard empowers you to take control of your online security with ease. Featuring automatic device scans, web protection blocking malicious endpoints and on-demand tools for cyber hygiene and Wi-Fi security, Guard helps you stay protected from viruses, vulnerabilities, privacy risks, and other security threats. Stay one step ahead with advanced protection designed for everyone, no technical expertise required. All features are included in a 7 day free trial - followed by a yearly subscription to keep access. Threat Scan: Guard's Threat Scan is an automatic scanner which looks for issues such as: iOS Version - Scans for known vulnerabilities in your iOS version. Device Lock - Confirms your device has a solid authentication method. Web Shield: Web Shield is your extra layer of protection while browsing on Safari. It works as a secure local content filter in the background, blocking access to known malicious websites, servers, and IP addresses before they can reach your device. All this without insight on your online activity. Link Scanner: An on-demand tool to investigate suspicious links. The link is checked against databases of known malicious endpoints and scanned for common threats. Your Cyber Hygiene Hub: Cyber hygiene made simple. Each week, you’ll receive easy-to-follow security tips and tasks designed to improve your online habits and reduce common risks. Track your progress, build consistency, and take control of your personal security without feeling overwhelmed. Small actions, real protection. ATTRIBUTIONS: The advanced security scanning capabilities of Guard are made possible through the significant contributions of leading security researchers, governmental organizations, and academic institutions. APIs utilized include those provided by MalwareBazaar, URLhaus and NVD. No official cooperation has been established between Guard - Digital Security and the mentioned APIs.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Guard at every 6 days against ViceGuard's every 7 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. ViceGuard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Guard sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ViceGuard ships an update every 7 months, Guard every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on August 6, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ViceGuard | Guard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Eric ORDONNEAU | Arctic Sentinel AB |
In-app purchases
ViceGuard
- Full Version$1.99
Guard
- 1 Year Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year









