Comparison

F vs Mobile Security & Protection.

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

F

This app offers comprehensive mobile security and identity protection. It safeguards your devices from malware, spyware, and phishing attacks, while also providing features to prevent data theft and monitor for data breaches. Enjoy secure browsing and Wi-Fi protection for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Malware, spyware, adware, and phishing protection
  • Device location tracking and remote lock/wipe
  • Data breach alerts and identity theft protection
  • Secure Wi-Fi and safe browsing with VPN
  • Low battery location saving (Signal Flare)
Features
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F-Secure provides premium mobile security and identity protection for all your devices. Receive protection from malware and spyware, and rest assured you’re in safe hands with F-Secure Mobile Security, the only all-in-one mobile security app. With our identity theft protection services, you receive instant security from threats and personal data theft. Stay ahead of any malware, spyware, phishing attacks and other threats with the F-Secure Mobile Security app. Protect your devices and identity from threats, stay up-to-date with the latest security protection, and scan for anything suspicious—all in one easy to use mobile security app. Mobile Security - Premium mobile security & identity protection for all of your Apple devices. - Receive protection from malware, spyware, adware, & phishing. Secure Your Device and Personal Data - Receive instant security from threats, and personal data theft. - Locate & Alert: Map the location of your device & make it sound an alarm - even on silent! - Signal Flare: Automatically save your device’s location when the battery is low. F-Secure Security Features - Total mobile security and features to protect your mobile device, data and privacy. - Data Breach Report: Receive alerts on how to secure your data whenever a company, app, or service you use has a data breach. - Data Lock & Wipe: Remotely lock your device, post a custom message & erase your data. Browse The Internet with Confidence - Safe WiFi: Keep your data and internet connection safe and secure from phishing and other Wi-Fi attacks. - Privacy Guard: Prevent redirection to malicious websites - Safe Browsing: Use a VPN service on URLs to alert you of potential threats to your personal information. Personal Data & Identity Protection - Identity theft protection (US only): Enjoy the added benefit of Identity theft protection, an invaluable service that keeps your identity safe from threats. Experience the peace of mind that comes with F-Secure Mobile Security, where your device, data, and identity are our top priorities. Trust F-Secure Mobile Security to protect your privacy and what matters most to you. Insurance coverage is provided by a third-party & is subject to the terms, conditions & exclusions of the insurance policy available at www.f-secure.com/en/legal/terms/lms/terms-of-service. F-Secure is not a licensed insurer or insurance agent. Subscription Information: If you subscribe through the app, your subscription will be charged to your Apple account. Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each subscription term, unless you turn off auto-renewal. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the App Store after purchase, but must do so within 24 hours before the end of your current subscription term to avoid renewal. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, may be forfeited when you purchase a subscription.

About

Mobile Security & Protection.

Protect your device from theft with an intelligent alarm and location tracking. Secure your photos and contacts with cloud backup. Block unwanted calls and messages using pattern or direct number blocking.

Highlights
  • Anti-theft alarm
  • Device location tracking
  • Photo and contact backup
  • Spam call and message blocking
  • Pattern number blocking
  • Direct number blocking
Features
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Get protected! Losing your device is just a matter of the past with our location feature. Prevent your device from being stolen by a sneaky robber with our intelligent alarm system. Keep your photos and contacts safe with a backup on your own cloud. Features: -Anti Theft Alarm for your Device -Secure and Backup Photos and Contacts. -Locate your Device. Spam Call & Message Blocking - Our app lets you take control of unwanted calls and SMS messages. - Pattern Blocking - You can add the first 6 digits of a phone number. The app will then handle the last 4 digits, automatically covering the full number range. This is useful when spammers keep changing the last few digits of their number to bypass normal blocking. -Direct Number Blocking - You can add any specific phone number to your personal block list. Once added, calls and messages from that number will be blocked. Prices of subscriptions: - 3 day free trial then $49.99 per year - 3 day free trial then $9.99 per month - 3 day free trial then $2.99 per week Subscriptions automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can turn of the auto-renew subscription from iPhone setting 
Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 
Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
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Screenshots

F4 screens
Mobile Security & Protection.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: F at 107K against Mobile Security & Protection.'s 7K. F also leads on chart position (#153 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Mobile Security & Protection.'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. F sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Mobile Security & Protection. sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for F against 4.5 for Mobile Security & Protection.. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: F has 107K ratings behind it against 7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of F's written reviews are positive against 63% of Mobile Security & Protection.'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

F ships an update every 6 weeks, Mobile Security & Protection. every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
F versus Mobile Security & Protection.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFMobile Security & Protection.
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (107K ratings) — better4.5 (7K ratings)
Positive reviews57.3% of reviews63.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings107K — better7K
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionSubscription
Best chart rank#153 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperF-Secure CorporationProtection & Security App LLC

Customer experience

F

All ratings107,009 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral4.1%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews548 reviews
Positive57.3%
Neutral6.0%
Negative36.7%

Mobile Security & Protection.

All ratings7,009 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral5.5%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews482 reviews
Positive63.5%
Neutral6.6%
Negative29.9%

User reviews

F

From 107K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Exceptional app
  • 🔒 Safe and secure
  • 🔒 Excellent protection
  • 🚀 Reliable and stable
  • 🔒 Keeping me safe online

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes all the time
  • 🐛 Not working
  • 🐛 Lookout upgrades without consent
  • 🐛 Impossible to cancel
  • 🐛 Cancels ad-blockers

Mobile Security & Protection.

From 7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🔒 Secure phone protection
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient app performance

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔓 Limited free features
  • 🐛 Unreliable customer support

Bugs and requests

F

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Lookout app not working on iPhone 11
  • Notifications not working
  • Subscription issues
  • Locating feature not working
  • VPN disconnection issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to contact support
  • Malware detection and removal
  • Real-time phone/app scanning
  • Security report generation
  • Dark mode option

Mobile Security & Protection.

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to cancel subscription
  • Inconsistent app behavior
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Malware scanning and removal
  • Customizable security settings
  • Improved call blocking and spam detection

In-app purchases

10 purchases

F

Subscriptions10
  • Lookout Premium$2.991 Month
  • Mobile Security Premium$4.991 Month
  • Lookout Premium Plus2 variants$9.991 Month
Show 7 more
  • Lookout Premium Plus Trial1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Lookout Premium Plus14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Lookout Premium$29.991 Year
  • Lookout Premium1 Year trial$29.991 Year
  • Lookout Premium Plus14 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Lookout Premium Plus$99.991 Year
  • Lookout Premium Plus1 Year trial$99.991 Year
12 purchases

Mobile Security & Protection.

Subscriptions12
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • New Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly$29.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$199.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is F free?
F is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mobile Security & Protection. free?
Mobile Security & Protection. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, F or Mobile Security & Protection.?
F is rated higher. F averages 4.6 out of 5 from 107K ratings, while Mobile Security & Protection. averages 4.5 from 7K ratings.
Do F or Mobile Security & Protection. have ads?
Neither F nor Mobile Security & Protection. shows ads.
Which is updated more often, F or Mobile Security & Protection.?
F ships an update every 6 weeks, and Mobile Security & Protection. every 3 weeks. Most recently, F was updated on September 24, 2026 and Mobile Security & Protection. on September 24, 2026.

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