# F vs Bitdefender Central

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bitdefender Central at none against F's 11. Bitdefender Central also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6). F's advantage is ratings volume (107K vs 11K) and chart position (#161 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Bitdefender Central holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. 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 point the same way: 57% of F's written reviews are positive against 59% of Bitdefender Central's.

F ships an update every 6 weeks, Bitdefender Central every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | F | Bitdefender Central |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (107K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-secure-mobile-security/id434893913/reviews) | **[4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitdefender-central/id969933082/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **107K** | 11K |
| Positive reviews | 57.3% of reviews | **58.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#161** | — |
| Size | 104 MB | 191 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [F-Secure Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/425351654) | [Bitdefender SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/384899757) |

## 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


### Bitdefender Central

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitdefender-central/id969933082)

Manage and control the cybersecurity of all your Bitdefender-protected devices, both locally and across your network. This app allows remote scanning, threat detection notifications, and comprehensive management of your smart home hub for enhanced online safety.

**Highlights:** Install protection on all devices, Remote device scanning and optimization, Real-time threat notifications, Smart home network security management, Parental controls and screen time management, Locate and lock lost/stolen devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective protection
- 🔒 Reliable security
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Thorough scanning
- 🚀 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔍 Confusing interface
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤖 Buggy software

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes on iOS 11+
- Web protection randomly disabling itself
- Inability to delete email addresses from account
- Inconsistent behavior across different devices
- Lack of support for older devices

**Requested features**

- Improve mobile app responsiveness
- Add more customization options
- Enhance parental control features
- Provide better visibility into device protection status
- Improve compatibility with other VPN services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is F free?

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

### Is Bitdefender Central free?

Bitdefender Central is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, F or Bitdefender Central?

Bitdefender Central is rated higher. F averages 4.6 out of 5 from 107K ratings, while Bitdefender Central averages 4.8 from 11K ratings.

### Do F or Bitdefender Central have ads?

Neither F nor Bitdefender Central shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, F or Bitdefender Central?

F ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bitdefender Central every 3 weeks. Most recently, F was updated on September 25, 2026 and Bitdefender Central on September 24, 2026.

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