Microsoft Defender: Security
What is Microsoft Defender?
Microsoft Defender: Security is a free iOS app from the Business genre for personal and family online security. It offers antivirus scanning, threat monitoring, dark web scanning of identity information, credit monitoring, and anti-phishing protection. Individual use requires a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription.
Pricing. Microsoft Defender: Security is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Checking security status across family devices
- Monitoring personal identity information on the dark web
- Scanning links for phishing before opening them
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Why this app is in A tier
Microsoft Defender scores 91 out of 100: rating 94, rating count 86, App Store search rank 86, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and A tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
Microsoft Defender is an online security app for your personal life[1]and work [2]. Use Microsoft Defender for individuals[1] at home and on the go to stay safer online. Defender is an easy-to-use app that helps keep you and your family one step ahead of threats. Microsoft Defender for individuals is available exclusively with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription. All-in-one security app Protect your personal identity, and devices against malicious threats with antivirus scanning[3], threat monitoring[4], multidevice alerts, and expert guidance. Manage your security in one place ▪ Check the security status of your family’s devices and identity[5]. ▪ Get threat alerts, notifications, and recommended steps across your devices. ▪ Receive security tips and take recommended actions to improve your online security. Safeguard your family’s personal information ▪ Threats to your identity and personal identifying information[4] are continuously scanned on the dark web. ▪ Get credit monitoring with timely alerts and monthly credit reports.[6] ▪ Call an identity theft restoration expert anytime day or night if you need help. ▪ Get identity insurance coverage, up to USD1 million,
Compare in Cybersecurity
| Measure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | A | A | A |
| Score | 91 / 100 | 93 / 100 | 89 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.7 ★ | 4.5 ★ | 4.7 ★ |
| Ratings | 21.8K | 11.6K | 110K |
| Latest ratings · 180d | 3.0 ★ · 20 reviews | 3.7 ★ · 20 reviews | 2.5 ★ · 20 reviews |
| Last update | 15d ago | 4d ago | 8d ago |
| Price | Free + IAP | Free download | Free + IAP |
Alternatives
See all 34 ›Questions about Microsoft Defender
Does this app replace existing antivirus on my device?
No. The app does not replace existing malware protection on iOS and Windows devices.
Do I need a subscription to use it?
The listing says Microsoft Defender for individuals is available exclusively with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription. Users must sign in with a Microsoft account.
Are the dark web and credit monitoring features available everywhere?
The dark web threat monitoring and credit monitoring features are available in the United States and US territories. App availability is also limited in certain Microsoft 365 regions.
Is Microsoft Defender free?
Microsoft Defender is free to download, with in-app purchases.
What is Microsoft Defender good for?
Microsoft Defender is built for checking security status across family devices, monitoring personal identity information on the dark web, scanning links for phishing before opening them. It sits in the cybersecurity list on AppTierList.
Is Microsoft Defender worth it?
Microsoft Defender is A tier, ranked #14 of 35 cybersecurity apps with a score of 91 out of 100, from a 4.7 App Store rating across 21,778 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 13 apps rank above it.
How does Microsoft Defender compare to Hacker Protection,VPN Security?
Microsoft Defender is A tier at 91; Hacker Protection,VPN Security is A tier at 93. Hacker Protection,VPN Security ranks higher. Microsoft Defender is free to download, with in-app purchases, Hacker Protection,VPN Security is free to download.
How often is Microsoft Defender updated?
Microsoft Defender was updated 15 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- List
- Cybersecurity
- Tier
- A (Excellent)
- Score
- 91 / 100
- Rank in list
- #14 of 35
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free + IAP
- App Store rating
- 4.7 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 21,778
- Recent reviews
- 3.0 from 20 in the last 180 days
- Current version
- (15 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Business
- Good for
- Checking security status across family devices, Monitoring personal identity information on the dark web, Scanning links for phishing before opening them
- Requires
- iOS 17.0 or later
- Size
- 161 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 33
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
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