With the increase of ransomware and crypto-mining attacks, hackers are targeting Android users with the utmost ferocity. Cybercriminals have taken millions of dollars, compromised identities and handed over computing power in the past few years. Fortunately, antivirus software for Android can guard your devices from all kinds of threats. Look for an app that is easy to set up, intuitive and has additional features such as tools for optimization of your system as well as anti-theft and parental controls.
Avast Mobile Security has a excellent reputation in the field of Internet security. Its Android version has a full suite of protection with a free version and affordable subscription plans that offer complete protection for your mobile device/s, PC and laptop/tablet/computer. Its malware detection is top-quality with a minimum impact on performance. It includes a call blocker, VPN and junk cleaner. It also comes with the photo vault WiFi network security, anti-theft, RAM booster and web security.
Kaspersky Mobile Antivirus offers absolute protection at a reasonable http://antivirussoftwareratings.net/avast-antivirus-review/ price. Its malware detection is superb with minimal impact on battery usage and it also includes an ability to block calls, Wear OS support and other features. The only drawback is that it’s not as user-friendly as some of its rivals and does not provide a money back guarantee.
AhnLab, a product from South Korea, is another excellent option. It scored near-perfect in my hands-on labs and tests however it’s not as user-friendly an interface. It’s not as active on social platforms or community forums as other apps on this listing. However, it has excellent detection rates for Android malware according to AV Test and AV-Comparatives (but it hasn’t been evaluated by either lab since 2015).