# F vs Hacker Protection,VPN Security

The clearest difference is update cadence: Hacker Protection,VPN Security at every 6 days against F's every 6 weeks. Hacker Protection,VPN Security also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 57%). F's advantage is ratings volume (107K vs 11K) and chart position (#161 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. F sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Hacker Protection,VPN Security sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.6 for F against 4.5 for Hacker Protection,VPN Security. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: F has 107K ratings behind it against 11K, 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 71% of Hacker Protection,VPN Security's.

F ships an update every 6 weeks, Hacker Protection,VPN Security every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | F | Hacker Protection,VPN Security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (107K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-secure-mobile-security/id434893913/reviews)** | [4.5 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **107K** | 11K |
| Positive reviews | 57.3% of reviews | **71.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#161** | — |
| Size | 104 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [F-Secure Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/425351654) | [Prime Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596286116) |

## What reviewers say

### F

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

**Currently charting:** #161 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


### Hacker Protection,VPN Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432)

This app offers comprehensive security and privacy features to protect your identity, data, and devices from cyber threats. It combines multiple security tools into one solution, including VPN, ID scanning, WiFi protection, and a secure photo vault.

**Highlights:** Phone Protection Score, Secure WiFi Scan, Continuous ID Scan, Message Spam Filter, Safe Photo Vault, VPN with Speed Boost Control, Secure Contacts Backup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MobileCare Suite | $4.99 | per month |
| Special Protection Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Security Scans Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription with Trial | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Special Security Discount Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| All app Premium subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| All App Access monthly. | $10.99 | per month |
| All app subscription for a month. | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlock app's all security features. | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly scans subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly scan + vpn subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Scan + VPN yearly sub without trial | $39.99 | per year |
| All App features with trail | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription All App. | $69.99 | per year |
| All App subscription without trial. | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Provides good security protection
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful security features like dark web scan

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🔋 VPN disconnects frequently
- 🤔 Inaccurate system update notifications
- 😕 Difficulty accessing or viewing reports

**Reported bugs**

- VPN not working as expected
- System update check not functioning properly
- Issues with accessing and viewing security reports

**Requested features**

- Add option to automatically disconnect from risky networks
- Improve email breach resolution process
- Provide more detailed security analytics and reporting
- Integrate with other security/privacy tools


## Frequently asked questions

### Is F free?

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

### Is Hacker Protection,VPN Security free?

Hacker Protection,VPN Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, F or Hacker Protection,VPN Security?

F is rated higher. F averages 4.6 out of 5 from 107K ratings, while Hacker Protection,VPN Security averages 4.5 from 11K ratings.

### Do F or Hacker Protection,VPN Security have ads?

Neither F nor Hacker Protection,VPN Security shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, F or Hacker Protection,VPN Security?

F ships an update every 6 weeks, and Hacker Protection,VPN Security every 6 days. Most recently, F was updated on September 25, 2026 and Hacker Protection,VPN Security on September 23, 2026.

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