# YouMail vs Trend Micro ScamCheck

The clearest difference is ads: Trend Micro ScamCheck at none against YouMail's shown. YouMail's advantage is ratings volume (100K vs 2.4K) and chart position (#138 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YouMail sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 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 — 4.7 for YouMail against 4.6 for Trend Micro ScamCheck. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: YouMail has 100K ratings behind it against 2.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 43% and 42% positive.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | YouMail | Trend Micro ScamCheck |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (100K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/youmail-spam-call-blocker/id308331524/reviews)** | [4.6 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trend-micro-scamcheck/id1566099565/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **100K** | 2.4K |
| Positive reviews | **42.8% 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 |
| Best chart rank | **#138** | — |
| Size | 228 MB | 150 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [YouMail, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/308331527) | [Trend Micro, Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/486159632) |

## What reviewers say

### YouMail

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/youmail-spam-call-blocker/id308331524)

**Currently charting:** #138 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app blocks unwanted robocalls and spam texts, offering safer communication. It provides a free tier with basic blocking and a privacy scan, with premium options for enhanced protection and an additional phone number.

**Highlights:** Robocall blocking, Spam text blocking, Safer visual voicemail, Privacy scan for data brokers, Call screening, Second phone number

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| YouMail Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| YouMail Plus (inactive) | $7.99 | per month |
| YouMail Plus FT | $7.99 | per month |
| YouMail Essentials | $14.99 | per month |
| YouMail Solo (inactive) | $17.99 | per month |
| YouMail Complete | $24.99 | per month |
| YouMail Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| YouMail Plus (inactive) | $71.99 | per year |
| YouMail Plus FT | $71.99 | per year |
| YouMail Essentials | $144.99 | per year |
| YouMail Solo (inactive) | $179.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app, blocks spam calls
- 👍 Customizable greetings and voicemail
- 🚀 Effective at reducing spam calls
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to set up
- 👍 Helpful for older family members

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing issues, need to re-download app
- 🐛 Clumsy and not fully seamless
- 🔋 Drains battery and adds charges
- 🐛 Blocks wanted calls from certain numbers
- 🔒 Privacy concerns, accesses contacts

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues with spam list
- Inability to deactivate or reactivate service
- Blocks wanted calls from certain numbers

**Requested features**

- Ability to block spam texts
- More granular control over blocked numbers
- Improved integration with phone's native features


### 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 YouMail free?

YouMail 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, YouMail or Trend Micro ScamCheck?

YouMail is rated higher. YouMail averages 4.7 out of 5 from 100K ratings, while Trend Micro ScamCheck averages 4.6 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do YouMail or Trend Micro ScamCheck have ads?

YouMail shows ads; Trend Micro ScamCheck does not.

### Which is updated more often, YouMail or Trend Micro ScamCheck?

YouMail ships an update every 3 weeks, and Trend Micro ScamCheck every 3 weeks. Most recently, YouMail was updated on October 29, 2026 and Trend Micro ScamCheck on October 28, 2026.

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