AV-TEST Product Review and Certification Report – Nov/2020

In November 2020 we evaluated 17 mobile security products for Android using their default settings. When conducting our tests, we always used the most current version of all products. The products were allowed to update themselves at any time and query their in-the-cloud services. We focused on malware detection and usability, including performance and false positives. The products had to demonstrate their capabilities using all components and protection layers.

Antivirus Free

Version	6.34
Platform	Android 8.0.0
Report	204603
Date	Nov/2020

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Protection

Protection against malicious Android apps
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	Industry average	November
Protection against the latest Android malware attacks in real time 3,509 samples used	96.8%	99.9%
Detection of widespread Android malware discovered in the last 4 weeks 2,702 samples used	98.2%	100%
Protection Score	6.0/6.0

Performance

Average influence of the product on computer speed in daily usage

	November
The app does not impact the battery life
The app does not slow down the device during normal use
The app does not generate too much traffic
Performance Score	6.0/6.0

Usability

Impact of the security software on the usability of the device
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	Industry average	November
False warnings during installation and usage of legitimate apps from Google Play Store 1,883 samples used	2	0
False warnings during installation and usage of legitimate software from third party app stores 1,197 samples used	1	0
Usability Score	6.0/6.0

Features

Further important security features
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	November
Application Control: A feature that allows, rejects or limits access to certain apps
Backup: Personal data can be saved to SD card or cloud storage
Call Blocker: Block calls from specific or unknown numbers
Privacy Advisor: Features for observing the data collected by apps based on permissions, traffic or reputation
Safe Browsing: Protection against malicious websites and/or phishing
VPN: Using a Virtual Private Network to secure your traffic and surf anonymously
Wi-Fi Advisor/Check: Examines whether the Wi-Fi connection is secure or vulnerable
Other features: Anti-Theft