Need suggestions on Good, reliable Security Software for an Android device.

[soccer97]

Hey Guys,

I am trying to help an older person install AV/A security product on their device (Android 4.4.2, a Samsung Device). The ideal product would be a legitimate software that doesn't require much user interaction or unnecessary prompts. It would need to be reliable and cost-effective if not free, while providing good to excellent protection. Please help me out here. Unfortunately, they don't understand the need for security software.

 

[FreddyFreeloader]

I use Bitdefender (Pay Version,) but McAfee's free version works just as well, and it's simple to use. Both have URL filters that actually work.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wsandroid.suite&hl=en

 

[الشمس]

avast :

http://www.avast.com/en-us/free-mobile-security

 

[soccer97]

I will also mention that it is connected to Exchange Server 2010 or 2013. Apps seem to be the biggest concern. I was thinking of Avast, but it caused lots of stability problems with my device.

 

[DarkJoney]

I use Bitdefender at my Sony Z2, and AVG at my Sosung Tab 2

 

[الشمس]

trend micro :

http://www.trendmicro.com.au/au/home/products/mobile-solutions/android-security/index.html

 

[soccer97]

What do you guys think of Lookout Mobile Security (free or paid)? (Correct me if I am wrong, but from my understanding, they focus more on app scanning than file system and email attachments - again I may be wrong)

The phone in question is running on official Android 4.4.2 right now. The phone is pretty new and should receive new updates for at least 1 more year - I hope.

ESET is also offering an awesome promotion for premium mobile protection at the moment. I have never used their products. Is ESET more cloud based like Webroot, or does it also have both extensive database updates? (which I see as a good thing -rather than relying solely on cloud detection).

 

[soccer97]

What do you guys think of Kaspersky's App? It is Kaspersky Internet Security version 11.5.4.836. If anyone has knowledge regarding this, it would be great.

I am also still waiting on an answer regarding Lookout Mobile Security if anyone is familiar.

Thank you in advance!!!

 

[الشمس]

going by what pcmag recommends look out seems better than kaspersky :

lookout : http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2400996,00.asp

kaspersky : http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2385941,00.asp

 

[lordpake]

I'd recommend reading this article from Android Authority.

http://www.androidauthority.com/state-antivirus-android-523684/

It does outline under what restrictions Android security software operate. It is not a nice read ^^ Due to how Android is designed, security software can't really scan inside applications in order to protect from malicious hidden actions.

 

[Raul90]

Got this via email. Might wanna checkout this,
Bitdefender Mobile Security for Android (100% Discount)

Edit: Rus Anca posted it here

http://malwaretips.com/threads/bitd...oid-free-download-6-months-license-key.30732/