JUNE 2022 PCWorld 71expect in a free app are like the ones we
highlighted here. If you’re looking for active
real-time scanning, for example, that is a paid
option from most services.HOW WE TESTED
For these antivirus apps we installed and ran
the app for each selection, as well as
consulted with third-party testing firms to see
what kind of protection scores the apps
received. We also filtered out any “free” apps
from major antivirus vendors that were only a
limited free trial since a free service and a free
trial are not the same thing. A free service
should be a long-term service with an option
to upgrade to a better version of the app with
a subscription.
There are an absolute ton of antivirus
choices for Android users, but these four
should be at the top of your list.HOW TO CHOOSE A FREE
ANTIVIRUS FOR ANDROID
We’ve already touched on this briefly, but you
should always get your antivirus from a
well-known security company. It’s also a good
idea to see what
third-party testing firms
are saying in their
reports about various
Android apps.
After that, you
should see if the
company is using ads in
their app and whether
you’re okay with it or
not. Finally, see if it has
the features you’re
looking for. Pretty much
all the features you can
Wi-Fi network
scanning, and a
privacy adviser.
While it has a
slightly lower
score than the
other apps for
real-time reaction,
it’s still a very good
service and it has a
lot of nice features.
Plus, it doesn’t
have any ads.
Always get your antivirus from a well-known security company.