Free Microsoft Defender Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Microsoft Defender for Android if you are looking for a replacement. The best free Android alternative is Malwarebytes Anti-Malware. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Microsoft Defender and 13 are free and available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free Android alternatives to Microsoft Defender are Avast Free Antivirus, Bitdefender Antivirus, AVG AntiVirus and LoveLaceAV.

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  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware icon

    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware

     864 likes

    Comprehensive protection software utilizing AI and machine learning to detect and neutralize threats. Features include RDP and Ransomware Protection. Efficiently uses minimal system resources with customizable settings for scan modes and performance adjustments.

    113 Malwarebytes Anti-Malware alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware vs Microsoft Defender Comments
    brta2818
    Positive
    0

    Its real-time scanner (if you've shelled out for the premium version) uses less system resources than that of Microsoft Defender.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    Malwarebytes is very popular and works well.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft Defender is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is Privacy focusedMicrosoft Defender is not according to our users
  2. Avast Free Antivirus icon

    Avast Free Antivirus

     811 likes

    Provides free real-time protection against viruses, malware, spyware, and ransomware, with secure HTTPS scanning, customizable scans, password management, home network security, antiphishing, Smart Scan, rescue disk creation, and software updating.

    137 Avast Free Antivirus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Guest
    Negative
    21

    Don't trust these big-name security suites, they're crap and full of bloatware. Same goes for AVG, Avira, Comodo. When they get on your system they just take over and nag you to buy whatever...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Avast Free Antivirus is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft Defender is Free Personal and Proprietary
  4. Bitdefender Antivirus icon

    Bitdefender Antivirus

     114 likes

    Free antivirus offering comprehensive protection with real-time threat detection, AI-powered security, lightweight performance, Game mode, user-friendly interface, and auto updates. Supports multiple platforms and provides live customer support. Ideal for all users.

    62 Bitdefender Antivirus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Bitdefender Antivirus vs Microsoft Defender Comments
    ImSebi
    Positive
    0

    A good alternative you can get when you need something other than Windows Security....

    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Recommended by some serious geeks. Some of them use it and seem happy with it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Bitdefender Antivirus is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft Defender is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Bitdefender Antivirus is MinimalisticMicrosoft Defender is not according to our users
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    Bitdefender Antivirus

    Free antivirus offering comprehensive protection with real-time threat detection, AI-powered security, lightweight performance, Game mode, user-friendly interface, and auto updates. Supports multiple platforms and provides live c...

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  6. AVG AntiVirus icon

    AVG AntiVirus

     286 likes

    AVG AntiVirus Free provides basic antivirus and antispyware protection for home users. Virus database updated every day. Includes innovative LinkScanner for web-protection.

    75 AVG AntiVirus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
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  7. LoveLaceAV icon

    LoveLaceAV

     9 likes

    LoveLaceAV is a Hypatia fork, FOSS malware scanner for Android. It is powered by ClamAV style signature databases.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  10. Panda Dome icon

    Panda Dome

     71 likes

    Panda Antivirus protects you while you work, play, or browse online.

    Antivirus Protection Real-time protection against all types of malware and spyware. Schedule periodic scans and/or scan your computer on demand.

    USB protection Protect your PC by preventing the automatic execu.

    66 Panda Dome alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
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  11. Hypatia (by MaintainTeam) icon

    Hypatia (by MaintainTeam)

     6 likes

    This is a fork of the original (and discontinued) app, which is still looking for maintainers. Please consider to apply to keep this app maintained !

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  12. Avast One icon

    Avast One

     1 like

    All-in-one solution combining antivirus defense, built-in VPN with 5 GB weekly for free users or unlimited for paid, data breach monitoring, web shield for unsafe sites, privacy tools, phishing protection, and multi-device security for browsing and online accounts.

    40 Avast One alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  13. TotalAV icon

    TotalAV

     1 like

    Multi-device security software guards against viruses, blocks harmful websites, offers VPN, scans for data breaches, supports Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and includes premium tools like WebShield and Private Connection VPN for enhanced surfing safety.

    78 TotalAV alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. LibreAV icon

    LibreAV

     5 likes

    Anti-malware for Android using machine learning. Contribute to projectmatris/antimalwareapp development by creating an account on GitHub.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  15. iVerify icon

    iVerify

     3 likes

    ¡Verify Basic is your gateway to enhanced device security and threat awareness, offering a glimpse into the powerful capabilities of our enterprise-grade solution, iVerify EDR. Designed for individuals who prioritize their digital security

    51 iVerify alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
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