# F vs McAfee Security for Metro

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: McAfee Security for Metro at none against F's 11. F's advantage is ratings volume (107K vs 2.8K) and chart position (#153 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. F sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. McAfee Security for Metro asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for F against 4.7 for McAfee Security for Metro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: F has 107K ratings behind it against 2.8K, 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 53% of McAfee Security for Metro's.

F ships an update every 6 weeks, McAfee Security for Metro every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | F | McAfee Security for Metro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (107K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-secure-mobile-security/id434893913/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcafee-security-for-metro/id1462191512/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **107K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | **57.3% of reviews** | 52.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#153** | — |
| Size | 104 MB | 341 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [F-Secure Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/425351654) | [MetroPCS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1188830218) |

## What reviewers say

### F

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-secure-mobile-security/id434893913)

**Currently charting:** #153 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lookout Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Mobile Security Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Lookout Premium Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Lookout Premium Plus Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Lookout Premium Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Lookout Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lookout Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lookout Premium Plus | $59.99 | per year |
| Lookout Premium Plus | $99.99 | per year |
| Lookout Premium Plus | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### McAfee Security for Metro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcafee-security-for-metro/id1462191512)

This app offers comprehensive protection for your privacy, identity, and devices across multiple platforms. It includes features like safe browsing, Wi-Fi scanning, and identity monitoring to help you navigate the online world with confidence.

**Highlights:** Safe browsing with malware blocking, Wi-Fi and system scanner, Personalized protection score, Identity protection and monitoring, Phishing and data leak alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure
- 👍 Great reliability
- 🚀 Efficient
- 👍 User-friendly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work properly
- 🐛 Scanning issues
- 🐛 VPN and other features not working
- 🐛 Media vault issues
- 🐛 Account/login problems

**Reported bugs**

- Scan never completes
- Devices not responding when trying to activate features
- Deleting protected files without warning
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS and Android

**Requested features**

- Add storage cleaner, app lock, and memory booster features
- Improve instructions and user guidance
- Add login option instead of creating new account


## Frequently asked questions

### Is F free?

F is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is McAfee Security for Metro free?

McAfee Security for Metro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, F or McAfee Security for Metro?

McAfee Security for Metro is rated higher. F averages 4.6 out of 5 from 107K ratings, while McAfee Security for Metro averages 4.7 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do F or McAfee Security for Metro have ads?

Neither F nor McAfee Security for Metro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, F or McAfee Security for Metro?

F ships an update every 6 weeks, and McAfee Security for Metro every 2 months. Most recently, F was updated on September 24, 2026 and McAfee Security for Metro on September 24, 2026.

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