Best Phone Security vs iAntiTheft
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Best Phone Security
This app triggers an alarm when your device is touched or moved, deterring unauthorized access. It offers a PIN code for unlocking and a security alarm to notify you of any tampering. Ideal for protecting your device in public or from prying eyes.
- PIN code unlock
- Security alarm notification
- Motion-triggered alarm
- Deterrent against unauthorized access
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------------------------------------------------------ Don't wait! Protect Your iPhone/iPad Now! ------------------------------------------------------ Use alarm on your iPhone/ipod/ipad when in public or also to catch those sneaky friends and family who try to peek into your iPhone when you're away. What really happens when you're in the shower, sleeping, or just away from your device. Use this high quality app to trigger an alarm. Best part is if your friends or family know you have an advanced alarm they will never dare to touch the phone. They will be frightened to touch it a second time and so its an excellent deterrent. FEATURES: - Pin Code to unlock your iPhone & iPad - Security Alarm To Notify You - Alarm Triggered Thru Motion
iAntiTheft
This application provides robust security features to protect your phone from theft. It offers multiple alarm modes triggered by specific actions like cable unplugging, device movement, or removal from a pocket. The app intelligently detects calls and Siri usage to prevent false alarms and integrates with your device's security features.
- Four protection modes (Power, Motion, Pocket, Earphone)
- Smart Auto-Protection mode
- Call and Siri detection
- Integrates with Passcode, Touch ID, Face ID
- Maximizes volume automatically
- Runs reliably in the background
- Today Widget support
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iAntiTheft: The Ultimate Anti-Theft Alarm App for Your Phone Protect your phone from theft with iAntiTheft, a powerful app packed with features designed to keep your device secure. Key Features: Four Powerful Protection Modes: • Power Mode: Triggers an alarm when the lightning cable is unplugged. • Motion Mode: Activates an alarm if the device is moved. • Pocket Mode: Alerts you when the phone is removed from your pocket. • Earphone Mode: Sounds an alarm if the earphones are unplugged. Smart Auto-Protection: • The smart mode automatically selects the most suitable protection setting with just one tap. Let the app choose the best mode for you effortlessly. Seamless Call & Siri Detection: • The app detects when you’re on a call or using Siri, ensuring the alarm doesn’t activate during these moments. Once the call ends, simply return your device to the required state to resume protection. Additional Features: • Fully integrates with your device’s passcode, Touch ID, and Face ID. • Automatically locks the volume at its maximum setting for added security. • Runs reliably in the background and lock mode. • Includes a convenient Today Widget in the Notification Center. • Designed with an optimized, user-friendly interface for a seamless experience. --------------------- Stay Connected: • Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/iantitheft • Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/iantitheft • For any feedback, email us at: iantitheft@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: iAntiTheft at none against Best Phone Security's shown. iAntiTheft also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Best Phone Security sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and iAntiTheft sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Best Phone Security against 4.6 for iAntiTheft. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Best Phone Security's written reviews are positive against 65% of iAntiTheft's.
Best Phone Security ships an update every 3 months, iAntiTheft every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Best Phone Security | iAntiTheft |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (3K ratings) | 4.6 (1.2K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 68.6% of reviews — better | 64.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3K — better | 1.2K |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RV AppStudios LLC | Hung Nguyen |
Customer experience
Best Phone Security
iAntiTheft
User reviews
Best Phone Security
From 3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Effective security
- 🔒 Alerts user when phone is touched
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Helps catch intruders
Room to improve
- 🐛 Alarm can be easily deactivated
- 🐛 Doesn't work when phone is locked
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🔋 Drains battery
iAntiTheft
From 1.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Lightning-fast and reliable
- 🔒 Effective security features
- 👍 Simple and user-friendly
- 💡 Customizable alarm sounds
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Alarm can be deactivated by turning off the device
- 👎 Limited free features
Bugs and requests
Best Phone Security
Reported bugs
3 issues- Alarm doesn't always trigger
- Doesn't work as expected when phone is locked
- Crashes frequently
Requested features
4 requests- Take photo of intruder
- Send alert notifications
- Louder alarm
- Ability to lock app with passcode
iAntiTheft
Reported bugs
3 issues- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Alarm not triggering consistently
- Issues with volume control and muting
Requested features
4 requests- Prevent thief from turning off the device
- Add photo/video capture of the thief
- Integrate with Apple Watch for remote control
- Implement a delay option for alarm activation
In-app purchases
Best Phone Security
- Unlock New Features$4.99
iAntiTheft
- Full Version$1.99
Questions
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