ntivirus is a very controversial type of app on Android . Many think that they are not necessary, but there are certain cases in which having a good antivirus installed is essential. These are the 10 best antivirus for Android.
Do I really need to install an antivirus on my phone or tablet?
Before starting, it is convenient to clarify this point. If we only install apps from the official Google store for Android –that is, the Play Store- and we have not modified our terminal to have root permissions, we will not have major problems if we do not install an antivirus . That’s how it is. Remember that now even Google Play has its own integrated antivirus.
However, if we are used to installing apps from less secure repositories -for example, Aptoide-, APK files or we have root permissions , then things change. A good antivirus will prevent us from getting a nasty scare with any malware or infection that can sneak into our terminal.
The 10 best antivirus apps for Android
Let’s go to hell. If we are looking for that extra protection that the fact of having a competent and effective antivirus on Android gives us, these are the best free and paid alternatives that we can find in the application market today.
Bitdefender Antivirus Free / Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus
Bitdefender Mobile Security is probably the best paid antivirus today (about $ 15 per year, with a 14-day free trial). It has a very complete pack of tools: malware analysis, account privacy, app blocking, web security, anti-theft and a WearON security module for smart watches .
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Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus
Developer: Bitdefender
Price: Free
The totally free alternative, Bitdefender Antivirus Free is a good app, but it only offers protection against malware – which is not bad, if we only look for this type of protection.
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Bitdefender Antivirus Free
Developer: Bitdefender
Price: Free
Norton Antivirus and Security
Norton’s antivirus offers great protection against malware, and in its free version it has a number of functions, such as blocking the terminal via SMS , which is paid for in other similar services.
If we are looking for greater protection, it also offers a premium plan with call blocking, remote location, the App Advisor tool, backup of our contacts and more. Symantec have managed to develop a really efficient app.
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Norton 360
Developer: NortonMobile
Price: Free
ESET Mobile Security & Antivirus
Excellent antivirus with free protection against malware in real time that includes a simple wizard, malicious code analysis, anti-fishing , GPS location of the terminal by sending an SMS and the possibility of making the device ring by sending, too, of an SMS.
The paid version offers protection for 5 devices and security audits, anti-theft and more. One of the best rated antivirus by the user community with 4.8 stars and more than 10 million downloads.
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ESET Mobile Security & Antivirus
Developer: ESET
Price: Free
Kaspersky Internet Security
A true veteran like Kaspersky could not be absent from this list of the best antivirus for Android. Like ESET, it enjoys a very good rating, with 4.8 stars and more than 50 million downloads.
Its free version offers scans for malware, spyware, viruses and Trojans , with a more complete paid version that includes application blocking and personal data protection, among other added features.
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Kaspersky Antivirus Android Free – Security
Developer: Kaspersky Lab Switzerland
Price: Free
Malwarebytes for Android
The PC version of Malwarebytes is the best anti-malware I’ve come across. I’ve been using it for years and it has never let me down. Its mobile version for Android is also in excellent health and just as effective. It does not consume many resources , so it is the ideal antivirus for old phones or with little chicha. Real-time scans and protection .
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Malwarebytes Protection: Antivirus & Anti-Malware
Developer: Malwarebytes
Price: Free
Avira Antivirus Security
Another classic PC antivirus that also has a good version for Android. The free version has several cool features: virus and privacy protection , ransomware protection , call blocking , device management, and more. One of its most interesting features is that it searches through our contacts and checks if those email addresses have been involved in a data leak.
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Avira Security 2021 – Antivirus and VPN
Developer: AVIRA
Price: Free
AVAST Mobile Security
AVAST Antivirus is much more than just a scanner. Before it was paid, but now it is totally free -with integrated ads, yes, that we can remove by going to the premium version-. It has more than 100 million downloads, a 4.7 star rating and a really wide range of functionalities: antivirus engine, call blocker, anti-theft, application blocker, firewall (root) , WiFi speed test and more.
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Avast Antivirus 2021 – Android Security | Free
Developer: Avast Software
Price: Free
AVG Antivirus Security
Another legendary free antivirus for PC that also has a super popular version for Android with more than 100 million downloads. It is quite light compared to other apps of the guild, has a pleasant interface, and among its abilities it includes real-time protection, a database that is updated frequently , anti-theft, remote wipe of the device, application blocking and WiFi security analysis , among others.
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AVG AntiVirus and Security for Android Free 2021
Developer: AVG Mobile
Price: Free
McAfee Mobile Security
We finish with McAfee, a highly reputable antivirus, which has a totally free version –with advertising that we can eliminate by going premium– for Android. If our mobile phone is stolen, McAfee is capable of taking a photo of the thief , as well as blocking and deleting the data on the device. Yes sir! For the rest, it offers a good antivirus service, protection when browsing and blacklists of phone numbers, among other things. It’s not bad at all.
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Mobile Security: Secure Wi-Fi with VPN and Anti-theft
Developer: McAfee LLC
Price: Free
Other recommended antivirus for Android
In addition to those mentioned, do not lose sight of these other antivirus for mobile devices.
- AVL 2.8: Although it is not as well known as other antivirus for Android, AVL has obtained the highest score in the security certifications of AV-Test, reaching the outstanding both in protection, performance and usability.
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AVL
Developer: AVL Mobile Security
Price: Free
V3 Mobile Security : This antivirus of South Korean origin, developed by the company AhnLab, is one of the most downloaded and best valued. Its audience is mainly Asian, something that is noticeable at first glance when we visit its listing in the Play Store. In any case, a great antivirus.
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V3 Mobile Security- 백신 / 클리너 / 최적화
Developer: AhnLab Inc.
Price: Free
Total AV : Another relatively unknown antivirus, which, however, has been obtaining the highest scores in malware detection, performance and usability in AV-Test technical tests since June 2020. The free version is quite simple, being necessary to opt for the premium membership to get the most out of the tool.
