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Malwarebytes - Mobile Security

Cybersecurity · Free + IAP
S Tier
Best in class · #9 of 35
95
4.5★112K ratings
Free + IAPprice
7dsince update

What is Malwarebytes?

Malwarebytes Mobile Security is a free Utilities app for iPhone that offers protection against online scams, phishing links, spam calls and unsafe websites. It includes ad blocking, a VPN for public Wi-Fi, and a Digital Footprint Scanner that checks an email address for possible data breaches. A 7-day free trial unlocks all features.

Pricing. Malwarebytes - Mobile Security is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Guarding against scam texts, phishing links and fake brand messages
  • Using public Wi-Fi or traveling and wanting an encrypted connection
  • Checking whether an email address appeared in a data breach

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Why this app is in S tier

Malwarebytes scores 95 out of 100: rating 91, rating count 91, App Store search rank 97, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

Malwarebytes delivers mobile security and digital protection beyond your device. We help protect you against online scams, harmful websites, annoying ads, sketchy calls, identity risks, and more. From banking to personal accounts, your phone carries some of your most important information. Malwarebytes keeps you safe with simple, smart security. Malwarebytes is designed for everybody: professionals, families, and first-time smartphone users. No complicated setup. No IT expertise needed. Just easy protection that safeguards your digital life. Start your 7-day free trial to unlock all features. SCAM & CALL PROTECTION Scammers use fake calls, texts, malicious links, and websites to imitate banks, delivery services, retailers, and other trusted brands. Alongside robocall filtering, Malwarebytes helps protect against: - Suspicious text scams and phishing attempts - Malicious links and unsafe websites - Brand impersonation and social engineering attacks - Annoying spam calls SAFER BROWSING & AD BLOCKER Web Protection: Blocks phishing sites and risky links before you enter payment or personal data. Ad blocking: Reduce intrusive ads and trackers while browsing. FAST VPN FOR PRIVATE

Compare in Cybersecurity

MeasureMalwarebytesGuardioLifeLock Identity
TierSSA
Score95 / 10095 / 10095 / 100
Rating4.5 ★4.9 ★4.8 ★
Ratings112K46.4K196K
Latest ratings · 180d2.8 ★ · 20 reviews5.0 ★ · 20 reviews3.2 ★ · 20 reviews
Last update7d ago6d ago15d ago
PriceFree + IAPFree + IAPFree + IAP

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  3. Norton 360 Security & VPNFree + IAP · ★ 4.7S

Questions about Malwarebytes

Can it help with scam texts and phishing links?

It helps detect suspicious text scams, phishing attempts, malicious links, and brand impersonation.

Does it protect me on public Wi-Fi?

Its VPN encrypts your internet connection and alerts you to turn on the VPN when you join an unsecure network.

Does it scan an iPhone for viruses?

Not stated on the App Store.

Is Malwarebytes free?

Malwarebytes is free to download, with in-app purchases.

What is Malwarebytes good for?

Malwarebytes is built for guarding against scam texts, phishing links and fake brand messages, using public wi-fi or traveling and wanting an encrypted connection, checking whether an email address appeared in a data breach. It sits in the cybersecurity list on AppTierList.

Is Malwarebytes worth it?

Malwarebytes is S tier, ranked #9 of 35 cybersecurity apps with a score of 95 out of 100, from a 4.5 App Store rating across 111,550 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 8 apps rank above it.

How does Malwarebytes compare to Guardio?

Malwarebytes is S tier at 95; Guardio is S tier at 95. They score the same. Malwarebytes is free to download, with in-app purchases, Guardio is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is Malwarebytes updated?

Malwarebytes was updated 7 days ago, which counts in its favour.

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All the facts

List
Cybersecurity
Tier
S (Best in class)
Score
95 / 100
Rank in list
#9 of 35
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free + IAP
App Store rating
4.5 out of 5
Number of ratings
111,550
Recent reviews
2.8 from 20 in the last 180 days
Current version
(7 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Utilities
Good for
Guarding against scam texts, phishing links and fake brand messages, Using public Wi-Fi or traveling and wanting an encrypted connection, Checking whether an email address appeared in a data breach
Requires
iOS 18.0 or later
Size
133 MB
Age rating
4+
Languages
9
Developer pages
Support · Privacy policy
Maker
unclaimed
As data
JSON · why it ranks here

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