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Best Antivirus Software for iPhone and iPad in 2026
8 of the 11 antivirus software ranked on listme.name match: they officially support iOS. The order uses the same scores as the full ranking.
The ranking
- 1
Bitdefender
A free Antivirus version and paid suites that cover five devices per account, with VPN and identity tools bundled. Its many product tiers make the right plan harder to pick.
Best for Multi-device protection with a free starter
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSFree plan, paid upgrades
- 2
Malwarebytes
A free malware scanner and device cleaners, with paid Premium Security for ongoing protection, a VPN and a browser guard. It covers PCs, Macs, Android and iPhone with a 60-day money-back guarantee.
Best for Free malware scans and paid ongoing protection
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSFree plan, paid upgrades
- 3
Avast
Its free tier covers PC, Mac and mobile, which Avira's free download does not, and the paid tiers add a VPN and identity tools. Norton and ESET offer no free antivirus after their trials.
Best for Free protection on PC and Mac with an upgrade path
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSFree plan, paid upgrades
- 4
Norton
Antivirus bundled with a VPN, scam protection and LifeLock identity options, with mobile apps for Android and iOS. It has no free antivirus, and first-year discounts renew at a higher price.
Best for Antivirus bundled with VPN and identity tools
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSSubscription
- 5
Avira
Free Avira Free Security for Windows, with paid Prime plans that include Prime Mobile apps for iOS and Android. The free download is listed for Windows only.
Best for Free Windows antivirus with paid mobile plans
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSFree plan, paid upgrades
- 6
Trend Micro
Covers Windows, Mac, Android, iOS and Chromebook, and its top suite includes a password manager. Unlike Norton, which bundles a VPN, Trend Micro sells its VPN as a separate product and has no free antivirus.
Best for Households with several platforms and a paid suite
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSChromeOSSubscription
- 7
F-Secure
Covers Windows, macOS, iOS and Android with a free trial, and its VPN and identity tools are separate products. It has no free antivirus after the trial, and its platform list is shorter than Trend Micro's.
Best for Subscription buyers who want a free trial first
WindowsmacOSiOSAndroidSubscription
- 8
Webroot
Cloud-based antivirus for PCs, Macs, phones and Chromebooks, with identity, VPN and password tools in its bundles. Free trials are offered, but there is no free antivirus, and some features work only on iOS and Android.
Best for Families who want one subscription across devices
WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSChromeOSSubscription
At a glance
| Product | Score | Price | Platforms | Free version | Extra tools |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bitdefender | 90.5 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOS | Yes | VPN, identity protection, scam tools |
 Malwarebytes | 87.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOS | Yes | VPN, browser guard, cleaners |
 Avast | 82.5 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOS | Yes | VPN and identity tools in paid tiers |
 Norton | 81.0 | Subscription | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOS | No | VPN, scam protection, LifeLock |
 Avira | 80.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOS | Yes | Paid Prime plans |
 Trend Micro | 79.5 | Subscription | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSChromeOS | No | Passwords in top suite; VPN sold separately |
 F-Secure | 77.5 | Subscription | WindowsmacOSiOSAndroid | No | VPN, ID and scam protection products |
 Webroot | 75.5 | Subscription | WindowsmacOSAndroidiOSChromeOS | No | Identity, VPN, password manager, cloud storage |
